NamasteAi
ASSISTANT TO TRANSPORT MANAGER
NamasteAi Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Description:

Responsibilities
1. Daily Operations & Route Scheduling
  • Coordinate dispatch schedules and map out fuel-efficient routes for delivery or passenger vehicles.
  • Assign daily tasks and routes to drivers, ensuring clarity on drop-off/pick-up timelines.
  • Track vehicle movements in real-time using GPS or Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to proactively resolve delays.
2. Fleet Maintenance & Compliance
  • Organize routine maintenance, vehicle inspections, and unexpected repairs to keep the fleet roadworthy.
  • Maintain digital logs of fuel consumption, vehicle mileage, and driver working hours.
  • Ensure legal compliance regarding vehicle insurance, licensing, tax permits, and transport regulations. 
3. Team & Driver Support
  • Monitor driver attendance, trip schedules, and enforce uniform and hygiene standards.
  • Verify driver qualifications to ensure all operators hold valid, up-to-date licenses and safety certifications.
  • Assist with onboarding and on-the-job training for new drivers or administrative staff. 
4. Vendor & Cost Management
  • Liaise with third-party logistics (3PL) partners and external vendors to secure optimal freight rates.
  • Audit and clear invoices from fuel suppliers, maintenance workshops, and toll operators.
  • Analyze spending patterns to flag unnecessary operational expenses or vehicle inefficiencies to the Transport Manager. 
5. Crisis Management & Escalations
  • Serve as the main point of contact for sudden breakdowns, traffic delays, or driver issues.
  • Draft incident reports within 24 hours in the event of accidents or damaged cargo. 

Required Skills & Experience
  • Experience: 1–3 years in logistics, fleet operations, supply chain, or an administrative tracking role.
  • Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with GPS tracking platforms, MS Excel, and specialized [Transportation Management Software (TMS)].
  • Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills to coordinate fluidly between warehouse staff, corporate executives, and drivers.
  • Problem Solving: Ability to make fast, strategic routing decisions when unexpected roadblocks or vehicle delays occur.

Industry:

Not For Profit

Category:

Education

Skills:
Problem Solving Skills
Job Information
  • Career Level:

    Middle Level
  • Location:

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Job Type:

    Full Time
  • Experience:

    2 Yrs - 4 Yrs
  • Qualifications:

    Bachelor Degree
  • Salary:

    Confidential
  • Date posted:

    18th May 2026

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