We're Hiring | Fleet & Maintenance Manager
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Industry: Food Manufacturing & Distribution
We are seeking an experienced Fleet & Maintenance Manager to lead fleet maintenance operations, ensure vehicle reliability, and oversee workshop performance, with a strong focus on preventive maintenance, cost efficiency, and minimizing vehicle downtime.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee maintenance operations for commercial vehicles, delivery trucks, and refrigerated fleet.
- Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
- Manage workshop operations, maintenance technicians, and external service providers.
- Ensure fleet readiness, operational reliability, and timely resolution of breakdowns.
- Monitor maintenance costs, fuel consumption, vehicle utilization, and fleet performance KPIs.
- Manage spare parts inventory, maintenance budgets, and supplier relationships.
- Utilize ERP systems, Excel, and fleet tracking systems for monitoring and reporting.
- Coordinate with relevant departments to minimize downtime and maintain operational continuity.
- Conduct periodic visits to branches and operational sites as required.
- Ensure compliance with vehicle safety and maintenance standards.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant technical qualification.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in fleet maintenance management.
- Proven experience managing commercial vehicle fleets and maintenance workshops.
- Practical knowledge of refrigerated trucks and transport refrigeration systems.
- Strong knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance practices.
- Strong leadership, technical troubleshooting, cost-control, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP and fleet management systems.
- Experience in FMCG, food distribution, or cold-chain operations is highly preferred.
- Ability to work in Jeddah and travel to branches or operational sites when required.
- Interested candidates are invited to apply through LinkedIn.
