Assistant Operations Manager-Transport
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Date posted
September 26, 2026
Hiring location
Dubai
Career level
Mid-Senior
Qualification
Bachelor Degree in Logistics preferred
Experience
5+ Years
Quantity
1 person
Gender
Any
Description
Transguard Group is seeking an Assistant Operations Manager – Transport in Dubai to support transport operations, fleet efficiency, staff performance, supplier coordination, and operational cost control. The role manages vehicle scheduling and route planning, monitors operational P&L and performance metrics, and leads initiatives that improve vehicle utilization and transportation efficiency. It also supports staff development and the use of GPS and Transport Management System tools.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily transport operations, driver schedules, vehicle allocation, and route planning.
- Monitor operational spending, budget variances, cost per head, and scorecard performance.
- Analyze vehicle, driver, and schedule patterns to improve fleet utilization and reduce transport costs.
- Implement fleet policies and operational procedures and maintain compliance requirements.
- Coordinate transport suppliers, new-route quotations, ad hoc requests, and service requirements.
- Maintain the transport risk register and follow up on reported vehicle and operational risks.
- Assess driver and staff performance and provide reports on strengths and development needs.
- Train, appraise, motivate, and support transport teams.
- Use GPS and TMS capabilities for smart routing and scheduling improvements.
Requirements
- Degree in Logistics is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of transport-related experience.
- Experience in large fleet transport operations is required; passenger transport experience is advantageous.
- Strong operational, analytical, supplier-management, and team-leadership skills.
Employment Details
- Company: Transguard Group
- Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Seniority: Mid-Senior Level
Skills
Country
UAE
Region
MENA
select-type
Full Time
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