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Transport Manager Lagos, Nigeria
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Posted:
29 September 2026 (29 days ago)
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Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
HIRING - Transport Manager
Location: Lagos Nigeria
Our client is a fast-growing player in Nigerias downstream oil and gas sector. Dedicated to driving excellence integrity and efficient distribution of petroleum products they operate an expansive retail network that delivers quality fuel lubricants and allied services to consumers across Nigeria.
The company is seeking to hire a a Transport Manager who will lead the organisations logistics and fleet operations. The role is responsible for complete fleet management terminal/loading depot operations driver administration and preventative maintenance schedules for product delivery trucks/tankers to ensure maximum truck availability and minimal operational downtime.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the routine preventative and corrective maintenance of all heavy-duty petroleum trucks/tankers; schedule repairs to minimize vehicle downtime.
- Supervise loading dispatching transit tracking and unloading operations across petroleum depots/terminals in Lagos.
- Train and supervise fleet drivers and motor mechanics; enforce strict compliance with defensive driving road safety regulations and speed limits.
- Implement strict fuel consumption controls route tracking (GPS/Telematics) and product integrity measures to prevent product theft or transit shortages.
- Ensure all haulage vehicles maintain up-to-date licensing roadworthiness certificates NMDPRA haulage permits insurance policies and safety equipment (fire extinguishers valves spill kits).
- Negotiate terms with spare part vendors third-party workshops and logistics partners to optimize operational cost per kilometer.
Requirements
Key Requirements:
- . or HND in Logistics Supply Chain Management Mechanical Engineering Business Administration or a related field.
- Minimum 46 years hands-on experience in fleet and logistics management specifically within heavy-duty petroleum tanker haulage in the downstream sector.
- Strong understanding of diesel engine maintenance GPS tracking systems depot loading mechanics and road safety regulations (FRSC NMDPRA).
- High operational firmness route optimization emergency response management sound negotiation and team management skills.
Benefits
Compensation:
Negotiable
Negotiable
Required Skills:
Key Requirements: . or HND in Logistics Supply Chain Management Mechanical Engineering Business Administration or a related field. Minimum 46 years hands-on experience in fleet and logistics management specifically within heavy-duty petroleum tanker haulage in the downstream sector. Strong understanding of diesel engine maintenance GPS tracking systems depot loading mechanics and road safety regulations (FRSC NMDPRA). High operational firmness route optimization emergency response management sound negotiation and team management skills.
