General Manager – Own Fleet Operations
Location: Raipur, Chhattisgarh (Head Office)
Company: RK Road Transport Pvt Ltd
Department: Fleet Operations & Logistics
Reports To: Board of Directors / Managing Director
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and strategic General Manager (GM) – Own Fleet Operations to lead, manage, and optimise our company-owned fleet of commercial vehicles. The candidate will be responsible for maximising fleet utilisation, controlling operational costs (fuel, tyres, maintenance), ensuring strict legal and regulatory compliance, and leading a large team of fleet managers, workshop technicians, and commercial drivers.
Key Responsibilities1. Fleet Management & Asset Utilisation
- Oversee end-to-end management, dispatch, and routing of company-owned assets to maximise turnaround time (TAT) and asset productivity.
- Monitor real-time vehicle positioning, trip status, and fleet availability using GPS tracking and Fleet Management Systems (FMS).
- Analyse fleet lifecycle metrics, vehicle ageing, and recommend asset replacement, procurement, or disposal strategies.
2. Cost Control & Operational Efficiency
- Establish, manage, and optimise the operational budget for the owned fleet, including fuel, spare parts, tyres, repairs, and driver allowances.
- Monitor and enforce Fuel KMPL targets, track fuel usage against standard norms, and minimise fuel theft or wastage.
- Negotiate rates and terms with vendors, OEM workshops, spare parts suppliers, tyre manufacturers, and insurance providers.
3. Maintenance & Workshop Operations
- Oversee preventative maintenance (PM) schedules to minimise vehicle downtime and avoid off-road statuses.
- Supervise in-house garage/workshop operations or external OEM service centre partnerships.
- Enforce strict tyre management processes (re-treading, alignment, pressure audits, and per-kilometre tyre life tracking).
4. Driver & Workforce Management
- Lead recruitment, onboarding, safety training, and retention programs for commercial vehicle drivers.
- Implement driver scorecard systems based on telematics data (monitoring harsh braking, over-speeding, excessive idling, and route adherence).
- Manage driver trip settlement systems, incentives, attendance, and duty rosters.
5. Compliance, Safety & Risk Management
- Ensure 100% statutory compliance across the fleet, including national/state permits, fitness certificates, road tax, insurance policies, pollution clearance (PUC), and FASTag/toll management.
- Oversee breakdown recovery assistance and manage accident claims, insurance documentation, and legal clearances.
- Enforce safety protocols, load limit compliance, and defensive driving standards across operations.
6. Reporting & Strategic Leadership
- Present monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to executive leadership, covering Cost Per Kilometre (CPKM), Fleet Utilisation %, Maintenance Expense vs. Budget, and On-Time Delivery Rate.
- Work closely with the freight operations, dispatch, and billing teams to ensure smooth service execution and zero revenue leakage.
Qualifications & Skills Required
- Education: Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, or related fields. MBA in Logistics or Operations is a strong plus.
- Experience: 10–15+ years in transport operations, with at least 5 years in a senior managerial role handling a large owned fleet (100+ commercial vehicles/trucks).
- Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with GPS tracking software, Fleet Management Systems (FMS), Transport Management Systems (TMS), and ERP tools.
- Core Competencies: Strong leadership, budget management, negotiation skills, route planning expertise, and crisis management.
Compensation, CTC & Benefits Structure
- Fixed Annual CTC Range: ₹600000 – ₹1200000 per annum (commensurate with experience and candidate background).
1. Breakup & Allowances
- Base Salary & Basic Pay: Structured per standard corporate salary breakdown (Basic, HRA, Conveyance, Special Allowance).
- Statutory Benefits: Employer PF Contribution, Gratuity (as per the Gratuity Act), and ESIC / Group Health Cover.
- How to Apply -Candidates meeting the qualification criteria are requested to submit their updated resume along with the required details.
Required Details to Mention:
- Current CTC (Fixed + Variable):
- Expected CTC:
- Notice Period / Expected Joining Time:
Submit Your Application:
- Email: Send your CV/Resume to hr@rkrtpl.com
- WhatsApp: Send your CV/Resume directly to +91 92034 00966
Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Food provided
- Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Preferred)
Education:
- Master's (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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