Huachen International Supply Chain Limited, a leading logistics company, has announced a job opening for an Assistant to the Fleet Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and overseeing the supervision of the company's fleet and staff operations in Ndola, Zambia. The role is part of the company's Fleet Operations Department and will involve working closely with the Fleet Manager to ensure the smooth operation of the fleet.
The Assistant to the Fleet Manager will be responsible for vehicle dispatching and on-route operation management, including route planning within Zambia and for cross-border transportation to mining sites in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in Transport & Logistics Management, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field, with at least three years of experience in cross-border fleet supervision or logistics.
The successful candidate will also be responsible for fuel management, including controlling fuel issuance and verifying truck refueling data to prevent irregular practices such as fuel theft and unauthorized fuel resale. Additionally, the Assistant to the Fleet Manager will review and manage fleet and driver expenses, including toll fees, bridge tolls, and minor local statutory charges.
The role will also involve policy compliance and asset management, including assisting in renewing local transport permits and following up on accident claims. The Assistant to the Fleet Manager will oversee the full-cycle process of damage assessment, incident reporting, and insurance claims for traffic accidents to maximize corporate recovery claims.
The ideal candidate should be proficient in Office software, including Excel and Word, and have strong data analysis capabilities. They should also be a paid member of the Zambia Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (ZCILT) and be familiar with local traffic laws, traffic police procedures, and insurance claims processes.
The company is looking for a highly responsible and meticulous individual with strong management and execution skills. The Assistant to the Fleet Manager should have excellent stress tolerance and crisis-handling capabilities, as well as a strong sense of principles and integrity. The successful candidate will be based in Ndola, Zambia, and will be required to work closely with the Fleet Manager and other stakeholders.
Interested candidates should send their cover letters, qualifications, and CVs with at least three traceable references as a single PDF document to [email protected] . The position for the job applied for should be indicated in the subject line of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for in-person interviews at the company's Sakania Office in Ndola.
Key points
- The Assistant to the Fleet Manager will be responsible for overseeing fleet operations, managing fuel issuance, and ensuring policy compliance.
- The successful candidate should have at least three years of experience in cross-border fleet supervision or logistics and be a paid member of the Zambia Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (ZCILT).
- Interested candidates should send their applications to [email protected] by email.
