The Transport Coordinator is responsible for organizing and overseeing daily transportation operations. This includes planning and assigning drivers to vehicles, and ensuring that deliveries — whether of goods or personnel — are completed accurately and on time. The position plays a key role in maintaining smooth and efficient logistics while meeting company policies and safety standards.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Plan and assign daily driver routes based on current delivery schedules and vehicle availability.
- Make real-time updates to routes and assignments to address delays, changes in orders, or vehicle-related issues.
- Collaborate with dispatch, warehouse, or kitchen teams to confirm orders are ready for delivery.
- Provide drivers with clear instructions and route details.
- Track ongoing deliveries to ensure they stay on schedule and proactively resolve any problems.
- Monitor driver check-ins, route progress, and delivery completions.
- Keep accurate records of insurance, licenses, inspections, and vehicle documentation.
- Act as the point of contact between corporate office and teams.
- Share operational updates with relevant departments in a timely manner.
- Work alongside procurement and logistics departments to coordinate supply deliveries.
- Maintain service logs and records for all vehicles in the fleet.
- Document driver work schedules, completed deliveries, and any incidents.
- Ensure that items delivered match what was ordered with precision.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in logistics, business administration, or a related field (preferred).
- 2–4 years of hands-on experience in transport logistics or fleet coordination.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple responsibilities efficiently.
- Proficiency in GPS tracking systems, fleet management tools, and Microsoft Office software.
- Clear communication skills with a proactive approach to solving problems.
- Familiar with UAE traffic laws and regulatory standards (or relevant local laws).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Contract