Fleet Manager (Lagride) Job at CIG Motors Company Limited
CIG Motors Company Limited is one of the African subsidiaries of Choice International Group. We are the exclusive premiere representative of leading Chinese automotive giants, including GAC Motors, JMC Motors, Dongfeng Motors, FAW Group, and Wuling Motors, within the Nigeria and Africa market.
CIG have consistently expanded our market presence nationwide through strategic partnerships and alliances, delivering a portfolio of high-quality and premium vehicles into the African market. We prioritize customer satisfaction and strive to exceed expectations. Our dedication to quality, innovation, and growth remains unwavering as we continue to shape the automotive industry landscape in Nigeria and beyond.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Position: Fleet Manager (Lagride)
Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Job type: Full-time
Job Description
- The Fleet Manager is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of fleet-related activities, ensuring the availability, safety, and performance of the vehicle fleet comprising both internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and electric vehicles (EVs).
- This role involves supervising the driver workforce, optimizing fleet utilization, overseeing maintenance schedules, and supporting the company’s mobility goals through data-driven operational decisions.
- The ideal candidate will use data-driven insights, cross-functional coordination, and leadership skills to manage fleet logistics and support the company’s strategic growth in Lagos and beyond.
Key Responsibilities
Fleet Operations:
- Oversee day-to-day operations of Lagride’s vehicle fleet, including ICE (internal combustion engine) and electric vehicles.
- Ensure effective allocation, deployment, and rotation of vehicles based on real-time demand.
- Develop and execute operational SOPs for fleet movement, servicing, documentation, and recovery.
- Monitor EV battery performance, charging cycles, and schedule charging activities to minimize downtime.
- Lead scaling of fleet operations into new service areas and ensure readiness of vehicles and infrastructure.
Driver & Vehicle Oversight:
- Supervise a large network of drivers and field agents to ensure optimal vehicle handling, safety, and customer service.
- Liaise with HR and Training teams to schedule onboarding, retraining, and license renewals for drivers.
- Enforce compliance with driving standards, Lagride’s service policies, and state regulatory requirements.
- Review incident and accident reports; liaise with insurance, admin, and legal teams for resolution.
Maintenance & Downtime Management:
- Coordinate preventive and corrective vehicle maintenance, leveraging both internal workshops and vendor networks.
- Ensure all vehicles are serviced and roadworthy with valid papers (insurance, road worthiness, registration).
- Deploy replacement vehicles swiftly in case of breakdowns and follow up until the original is returned to the fleet.
- Oversee fueling and EV charging operations, ensuring accountability and cost-efficiency.
Reporting & Performance Management:
- Generate reports on:
- Fleet utilization
- Vehicle downtime
- Driver performance metrics
- Fuel and energy consumption
- Maintenance costs
- Use fleet management software and dashboards to identify trends and optimize operational decisions
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Transport Management, Engineering, Logistics, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in fleet operations, ideally within a tech-enabled transport or ride-hailing company.
- Strong knowledge of both ICE vehicles and electric vehicles (EVs), including servicing and maintenance.
- Excellent leadership and team coordination skills.
- Hands-on experience with fleet management systems, GPS tracking, and data analysis tools.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
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