Fleet & Maintenance Supervisor at Fresh Life

About the role

The Fleet & Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day management, reliability, and efficiency of all fleet and logistics assets, including trucks, workhorses, handcarts, and operational equipment.

The role ensures high fleet uptime, safe operations, and efficient logistics execution by supervising maintenance officers, drivers, coordinating maintenance activities, and optimizing asset utilization.

Duties and Responsibilities

Fleet Operations Management


Supervise daily operations of drivers and logistics assets (trucks, handcarts, workhorses, machines)
Ensure timely deployment of fleet to meet collection, delivery, and operational schedules
Monitor driver performance, route adherence, and productivity
Coordinate closely with logistics operations teams to align fleet availability with demand


Maintenance & Reliability:


Oversee execution of preventive maintenance (PM) and autonomous maintenance (AM) schedules
Ensure timely corrective maintenance and repairs for all fleet and equipment
Track and improve fleet uptime and reliability
Maintain accurate maintenance records and service histories
Coordinate with external garages and vendors where necessary


Asset Management & Utilization


Monitor usage and condition of all fleet and logistics tools
Optimize asset allocation and utilization to reduce downtime and inefficiencies
Track fuel consumption and operational costs, identifying opportunities for savings
Support lifecycle management decisions (repair vs replace)


Safety & Compliance


Enforce strict adherence to road safety, equipment safety, and company policies
Conduct regular vehicle inspections and safety checks
Ensure drivers are trained, licensed, and compliant with regulations
Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence


Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving


Identify inefficiencies in fleet operations and maintenance processes
Implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs
Support structured problem solving and root cause analysis for recurring issues


Team Supervision & Coordination


Supervise and manage drivers and maintenance personnel
Assign daily schedules and monitor execution
Train team members on safe operations, basic maintenance, and SOP adherence
Enforce discipline, accountability, and performance standards
Provide regular feedback and support team development


Reporting & Documentation


Maintain accurate records of key fleet management metrics
Provide regular updates on performance, risks, and improvement actions
Ensure proper documentation of completed work and resource usage


Qualifications


Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
2 - 4 years' experience in fleet management, transport operations, or maintenance supervision
Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance and fleet operations
Experience managing drivers and field-based teams
Good knowledge of safety and compliance requirements
Strong problem-solving, planning, and coordination skills
Ability to work in fast-paced, operational environments