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Job Description
Objectives:
Our client is a leading Integrated Facility Management (IFM) Services Provider in Saudi Arabia, operating in over 30 cities with a headquarters in Riyadh and a workforce of over 6,000 professionals. Renowned for delivering efficient, resourceful, and value-oriented services, they handle projects of all sizes while adhering to the highest international standards. They are currently looking for Housing and transportation Manager to join their team in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. The Transport Manager is responsible for strategizing the department’s management and driving operational excellence. This involves crafting and implementing long-term strategic plans tailored to the client's specific goals, ensuring seamless alignment with organizational objective, enhancing service quality by establishing tailored policies and procedures and implementing robust monitoring systems to continuously optimize Transportation operations.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute long-term strategic plans for the department to align with the company's business objectives and ensure operational sustainability.
- Oversee transportation as an independent business unit, managing P&L and optimizing costs through strategic synergies across projects.
- Plan transportation capacities, routes, and schedules, ensuring efficiency, compliance with safety protocols, and adherence to Saudi regulations.
- Manage company fleets, drivers, and vehicle maintenance while digitalizing transportation operations to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Supervise worker accommodations, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards, while maintaining cost-effectiveness and digitizing accommodation processes.
- Anticipate project mobilizations and demobilizations to minimize idle capacity for transportation and accommodations.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement contingency plans to maintain uninterrupted T&A services under varying scenarios.
- Foster client relationships by understanding requirements, implementing feedback mechanisms, and driving service improvements.
- Integrate innovative technologies to enhance operational capabilities, monitor performance metrics, and drive continuous improvement.
- Manage and train T&A staff, ensuring high service standards, compliance with policies, and alignment with performance goals and career development plans.
- Collaborate with HR and operations teams for seamless onboarding, talent acquisition, and team succession planning to elevate departmental performance.
- Ensure strict record-keeping for vehicle maintenance, housing allocations, and cost tracking, providing detailed reports to management for informed decision-making.
- Lead initiatives to benchmark T&A services against industry best practices, ensuring competitive cost structures and service quality.
- Align departmental policies and practices with Saudi regulations and the client’s values, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks.
Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field such as logistics, business administration or facilities management any Formal training or certification in Fleet Management is a plus.
- Minimum 10 years in facilities management or similar industry.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and manage diverse teams effectively while fostering a collaborative environment.
- Expertise in planning and allocating resources, including transportation and accommodation, to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Strong ability to address challenges, resolve operational issues, and manage emergencies or disasters proactively.
- Comprehensive knowledge of managing company fleets, including maintenance, utilization, and compliance with safety standards.
- Broad understanding of accommodation facilities, property maintenance, and related services.
- In-depth knowledge of government regulations regarding labor accommodation, safety, and operational standards.
- Experience in negotiating contracts and managing relationships with external vendors and service providers to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Skilled in maintaining regular communication with clients, corporate partners, and external stakeholders to understand needs, provide updates, and gather feedback.