Road Transport Manager - Fuel Transport

About the role

Shugulika Africa Limited is looking for an experienced, results-driven Road Transport Manager to oversee its fuel transport operations in Tanzania and across neighbouring borders. The role ensures safe, compliant, cost-effective and efficient transport of petroleum products while maintaining high service delivery standards and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the fuel transport fleet, keeping trucks, trailers and tankers fully utilized and efficient.
• Oversee compliance with regulators such as EWURA, TBS and TRA, and adherence to petroleum transport safety standards.
• Plan and optimize fuel delivery routes across Tanzania and neighbouring countries.
• Handle cross-border logistics, including customs clearance and transport documentation.
• Supervise and train drivers, monitoring behaviour, fuel usage and route compliance via GPS and telematics.
• Coordinate loading and deliveries with terminals and clients, and respond quickly to emergencies, breakdowns and route changes.
• Maintain licenses, permits, insurance and compliance records.
• Track operational costs such as fuel consumption, tolls and taxes, generate performance reports and manage the transport budget.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Transport Management, Logistics, Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years' experience in fuel transport or logistics, preferably in East/Southern Africa.
• In-depth knowledge of cross-border transport procedures and regulatory frameworks.
• Knowledge of HSE standards for hazardous materials transport.

Required skills

• Fleet management systems, GPS tracking and transport software.
• Strong leadership, team management, organizational, communication and negotiation skills.
• Strategic planning, problem solving, attention to detail, integrity and resilience under pressure.