General manager for Transport Operations

Job Description – General Manager (Transport Operations)

Position

General Manager – Transport Operations

Department

Transport \& Logistics

Reporting to

Managing Director / CEO

Location

Erode

Job Purpose

To oversee and manage the overall transport operations, ensuring the efficient utilisation of vehicles, timely delivery of goods, cost control, vehicle maintenance, driver management and smooth day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

A. Transport Operations Management

Oversee daily operations of the entire transport fleet.

Plan and coordinate vehicle allocation, routes and schedules.

Ensure timely pickup and delivery of goods.

Monitor vehicle movement and ensure proper utilisation.

Handle operational delays, breakdowns and customer complaints.

Coordinate with clients, vendors and logistics partners.

B. Fleet \& Vehicle Management

Monitor the performance and availability of all vehicles, including 16-wheel heavy-duty lorries.

Ensure regular servicing, maintenance and fitness certification.

Monitor fuel consumption, mileage and vehicle performance.

Ensure insurance, permits, road tax, pollution certificates and other documents are up to date.

Reduce vehicle downtime and unnecessary maintenance expenses.

C. Driver \& Staff Management

Recruit, supervise and manage drivers and transport staff.

Monitor driver attendance, discipline and performance.

Ensure drivers follow road safety rules and company policies.

Manage driver salaries, allowances, advances and trip expenses.

Conduct regular meetings and provide operational instructions.

D. Financial \& Cost Management

Prepare and monitor transport operating budgets.

Control fuel, maintenance, toll, salary and other operational expenses.

Monitor revenue, trip-wise profitability and vehicle-wise expenses.

Verify bills, fuel statements, trip sheets and expense reports.

Identify opportunities to reduce operational costs.

E. Documentation \& Compliance

Ensure all vehicles comply with government transport regulations.

Maintain vehicle records, trip sheets, logbooks and expense registers.

Monitor permits, licences, insurance and fitness certificates.

Ensure proper documentation for goods transportation.

Coordinate with RTO authorities and other government departments when required.

Pay

₹75,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Food provided

Work Location

In person