Transport Officer

About the role

A full-time Transport Officer position based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, focused on coordinating truck schedules, drivers and deliveries, monitoring the fleet and managing transport costs. The role suits someone with several years of experience in transport, fleet or logistics operations.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate daily truck scheduling, driver allocation and local and export deliveries.
• Monitor fleet utilisation, vehicle availability, productivity and breakdowns.
• Manage fuel consumption, transport costs and operational budgets.
• Ensure proper execution of freight orders, trip documentation and monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare fleet performance reports and resolve operational challenges.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field; CILT certification is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in transport, fleet or logistics operations, preferably in manufacturing or FMCG.

Required skills

• Knowledge of local and cross-border transport and export documentation.
• Fleet costing and ERP systems.