1. Transportation Management
- Route Planning & Scheduling: Plan and organize the transport routes for coal from the mine to the destination (like a power plant, port, or warehouse). Ensure that deliveries are on schedule.
- Fleet Management: Coordinate the maintenance, availability, and safety of the vehicles or carriers used for transport (such as trucks, trains, or ships).
- Logistics Coordination: Ensure smooth operations by coordinating with internal departments, vendors, and third-party logistics service providers.
2. Monitoring and Reporting
- Track Deliveries: Monitor the ongoing transport and delivery status of coal, ensuring no delays, accidents, or issues arise.
- Reporting: Prepare daily, weekly, or monthly reports on transport activities, including delivery times, costs, vehicle condition, and any challenges faced.
- Documentation: Handle transportation-related documents like consignment notes, delivery receipts, and transport invoices.
3. Compliance and Safety
- Regulation Adherence: Ensure that all transport activities comply with environmental and safety regulations, including traffic laws and hazardous material transport regulations.
- Safety Inspections: Conduct safety checks on vehicles and ensure that drivers are adhering to safe operational procedures.
- Environmental Compliance: Ensure coal is transported in a manner that minimizes environmental impact (e.g., dust suppression, preventing spillage).
4. Vendor and Client Relations
- Stakeholder Communication: Maintain regular communication with vendors, suppliers, customers, and internal departments to address issues and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Contract Management: Negotiate and manage transportation contracts with third-party logistics providers and transporters.
5. Operational Optimization
- Cost Control: Monitor and control transport costs, looking for ways to optimize routes and reduce fuel consumption.
- Inventory Management: Work with warehouse and inventory teams to ensure coal is delivered on time and in the right quantities.
6. Problem Solving
- Issue Resolution: Troubleshoot and resolve any transport-related issues, such as breakdowns, route problems, or delays.
- Customer Support: Address any concerns or complaints from customers regarding delivery issues or product quality.
7. Team Coordination and Supervision
- Supervising Field Staff: Oversee drivers, logistics staff, and third-party contractors to ensure smooth operations.
- Training and Development: Train team members on safety protocols, effective transport strategies, and customer service.
Skills Required for the Role:
- Knowledge of Logistics/Transportation: Understanding of transport processes, route planning, and fleet management.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to address issues on the ground efficiently and effectively.
- Leadership: Ability to manage a team, collaborate with other departments, and liaise with external parties.
- Attention to Detail: Ensuring that all documentation is accurate and regulatory standards are met.
- Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
- Time Management: Ensuring that deliveries are completed within agreed timelines.
Educational and Experience Requirements:
- Typically, a degree or diploma in logistics, transportation management, supply chain, or business administration is preferred.
- Experience in logistics or transportation management, particularly in the coal or mining industry, is highly desirable.
- A good understanding of safety protocols and regulatory requirements for transporting coal or hazardous material
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month
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Work Location: In person