Fleet Manager - Job Location Tanzania

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Fleet Manager responsible for managing and maintaining the companys heavy commercial vehicle (HCV) fleet, ensuring high vehicle availability, operational efficiency, safety, and timely maintenance.

The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience with HCVs, vehicle maintenance, troubleshooting, fleet operations, preventive maintenance, and workshop management, with exposure to multiple international and Indian truck brands.

Key Responsibilities responsible for managing and maintaining the company's heavy commercial vehicle (HCV) fleet, ensuring high vehicle availability, operational efficiency, safety, and timely maintenance.

• Manage the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the companys HCV fleet.
• Plan and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance schedules.
• Ensure maximum vehicle availability and minimize vehicle downtime.
• Diagnose and coordinate troubleshooting of electrical, electronic, mechanical, and related vehicle systems.
• Supervise workshop technicians, mechanics, electricians, and other fleet maintenance staff.
• Monitor vehicle breakdowns and ensure timely corrective action.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle servicing, repairs, breakdowns, spare parts, and maintenance history.
• Coordinate procurement and availability of critical spare parts and maintenance materials.
• Monitor fuel consumption, maintenance costs, and overall fleet operating expenses.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure vehicles are roadworthy and safe for operation.
• Ensure compliance with company fleet policies, safety standards, and applicable statutory requirements.
• Analyze recurring vehicle faults and implement corrective measures to reduce breakdowns.
• Coordinate with operations and transport teams to ensure vehicles are available as per operational requirements.
• Monitor workshop performance and ensure maintenance work is completed within agreed timelines.
• Prepare regular reports on fleet availability, downtime, maintenance costs, breakdowns, and vehicle performance.

Required Technical Experience

The candidate should have hands-on experience handling and maintaining Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCVs), preferably including the following brands: FAW, HOWO, Mercedes-Benz, TATA, SINO, Renault, DAF, Eicher Etc.

Strong experience in the following areas is required:

• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Electronic troubleshooting
• Engine and transmission systems
• Braking and suspension systems
• Vehicle electrical systems
• Preventive and breakdown maintenance
• Diagnostics and fault identification
• Workshop management
• Spare parts and maintenance planning