Job Title: Fleet Planner
Responsible
for developing daily, weekly, and monthly fleet schedules, assigning vehicles
and drivers to routes, monitoring fleet utilisation, coordinating dispatch and
delivery plans, tracking vehicle performance, maintaining trip records,
supporting contingency planning, and preparing fleet performance reports.
Requires a Diploma in Transport and Logistics, Clearing and Forwarding,
Business Studies, or a related field, with at least 2 years of relevant
experience. The position is based in Nairobi and requires on-site work.
Key Responsibilities
In our
Nairobi Transport Department and reporting to the Fleet Solutions Manager.
The
successful applicant will be responsible for the following key result areas: –
Develop
and implement daily, weekly, and monthly fleet schedules in line with
operational demands.
Assign
vehicles and drivers to routes, ensuring compliance with driver hours, rest
regulations, and customer service requirements.
Monitor
fleet utilization to maximize productivity and reduce downtime.
Coordinate
with operations teams to align dispatch and delivery plans.
Use fleet
management systems to track vehicle availability, location, and performance.
Monitor
fuel usage, trip efficiency, and route optimization to control costs.
Maintain
accurate records of planned vs. actual trips and investigate variances.
Support
contingency planning in case of breakdowns, delays, or emergencies.
Ensure
compliance with transport regulations, permits, and internal policies when
scheduling.
Generate
planning and performance reports for management review
Qualifications
Diploma
in Transport and Logistics, Clearing and Forwarding or related studies.
2 years’
experience working in Transport & Logistics Company or C & F.
Experience
in Port Operations
Experience
in Fleet management systems
