Our Client: International Groups of School
Job Title: Estate and Transport Manager
Reporting to: Finance Director
Location: Nairobi
Nature: 2 Year Contract (Renewable)
Job Role: The
Estate and Transport Manager is in charge of the overall management of
the in-house transport fleet and the maintenance Divisions.
Duties and responsibilities- Supervising the staff in both Estate and Transport divisions
- Supervise the effective delivery of outsourced services (cleaning and security) and ensure Value for Money
- Assist in the preparation of the Development and implementation of a 5 years strategic plan for the Estate and Transport divisions
- Preparation of the annual budgets for the division
- Monitoring and managing costs of running the two divisions including the related staff costs
- Planning manpower requirements remain proactive at all times including trouble shooting of maintenance problems
- Supervision and effective utilization of the divisions staff to ensure delivery of high quality service to stakeholders
- Ensure the highest cleanliness standards of facilities at all times
- Management and supervision of major refurbishment and development projects in liaison with external contractors and consultants
- Prepare termly and annual maintenance plans for the estate and transport fleet
- Set up workshop for maintenance the fleet including control of related inventories and consumables
- Formulate health, safety and fire safety guidance and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. Act at all times as the health, safety and fire marshal.
- Ensure safety and security of all students, staff and assets.
- In conjunction with Finance department, maintain proper insurance register for all assets and liaise with insurance brokers for adequacy of insurance cover and renewals
- Carryout an internal customer satisfaction survey and attend to complaints promptly
- Maintain good working relationship with: Police, utility providers, Government departments / ministries and the Nairobi City Council / County Government
- Ensure high utilization of transport fleet with minimal downtime
- Prepare strategic plans and service delivery charters for the divisions
- Carry out periodic customers (parents, students, heads of schools and teachers) satisfaction surveys and put in place initiatives to improve performance
Job Requirements
- Degree in project management / Mechanical engineering or Higher National Diploma in Building construction / Mechanical engineering from a recognized University
- 4 years experience in managing a busy Estate and transport/ maintenance department in an educational institution, hotel and touring or commercial organization
- Knowledge of architectural, structural and electrical drawings
- Proficient in IT skills - in project management , application / use of Auto CAD, and MS Planner, Excel and Power point
- Clean driving license – Public service vehicle and private.
- Certificate of Good Conduct issued by the Criminal Investigation Department
- Excellent interpersonal relationship and negotiation skills
- Excellent communication skills – both oral and written
- A good understanding of finance - cost accounting and budgeting
- Excellent negotiation skills
All interested candidates should send their applications to mycv@myjobseye.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted