Roles and Responsibilities of a Senior Transport Executive
1.Transport Operations Management
- Oversee daily transportation operations (employee shuttles, vendor vehicles, logistics, etc.)
- Route planning and optimization to reduce travel time and fuel cost
- Ensure timely pickup and drop-off of personnel or goods
2.Fleet Management
- Supervise the maintenance, insurance, registration, and documentation of company vehicles
- Coordinate repairs, servicing schedules, and vehicle inspections
- Ensure fleet tracking via GPS or telematics systems
3.Vendor & Driver Management
- Coordinate with transport vendors for vehicle availability and contracts
- Maintain a roster of drivers and ensure they follow duty rosters, safety norms, and time schedules
- Conduct training and induction programs for new drivers
4.Compliance & Safety
- Ensure compliance with RTO norms, labour laws, and transport regulations
- Conduct periodic audits of vehicles and driver documentation
- Implement safety measures and emergency preparedness (First Aid Kits, fire extinguishers, etc.)
5.Cost Control & Budgeting
- Prepare and monitor the transport budget
- Control costs related to fuel, maintenance, and vendor payments
- Analyze monthly expenses and suggest cost-saving initiatives
6.Employee Transport Coordination (if applicable)
- Manage employee transportation services (shift transport, cab pooling, etc.)
- Handle transport requests and grievances through helpdesk or transport management systems
- Ensure safety, punctuality, and convenience for employees
7.MIS Reporting & Documentation
- Maintain records of transport operations: vehicle logs, fuel consumption, maintenance schedules, etc.
- Generate periodic MIS reports for management review
- Monitor SLA/KPI adherence of transport vendors
8.Technology & Automation
- Use Transport Management Systems (TMS) or CAFM tools for automation
- Monitor GPS tracking and route analytics
- Implement RFID, QR, or mobile-based access control systems for vehicle entry/exit
