Fleet Manager

Job Title: Fleet Manager – Hydrogen Gas Cylinder Trucks

Location: Ghaziabad, India

Industry: Industrial Gases / Energy / Logistics

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly responsible and experienced Fleet Manager to oversee the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of a fleet of hydrogen gas cylinder trucks across India. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hazardous goods transportation, fleet logistics, driver management, and regulatory compliance, especially related to compressed hydrogen gas (CHG).

Key Responsibilities:

1. Fleet Operations & Maintenance:

• Manage daily operations of hydrogen cylinder truck fleet across various routes.
• Ensure timely delivery and collection of hydrogen gas cylinders to/from clients.
• Oversee routine and preventive maintenance schedules for all trucks to ensure roadworthiness.
• Maintain real-time fleet tracking systems (GPS/telemetry) to monitor route adherence, fuel usage, and vehicle health.

2. Safety & Compliance:

• Enforce strict adherence to PESO, CPCB, and MoRTH guidelines for transporting compressed hydrogen.
• Conduct periodic safety drills, vehicle inspections, and driver safety training.
• Ensure trucks are equipped with fire suppression systems, emergency kits, and hydrogen leak detection systems.
• Coordinate with authorities during incidents or emergencies (if any).

3. Driver Supervision & Training:

• Recruit, train, and manage a team of heavy vehicle drivers licensed under Hazmat regulations (ADR/India-specific endorsements).
• Monitor driver performance, fuel efficiency, and safety behavior.
• Schedule regular refresher trainings on hazardous material handling and emergency response.

4. Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of vehicle licenses, insurance, pollution certificates, and compliance audits.
• Prepare reports on fleet performance, incidents, delivery metrics, and cost efficiency for management.
• Coordinate with logistics, procurement, and compliance departments to optimize operations.

5. Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination:

• Manage third-party maintenance vendors, OEMs, fueling partners, and regulatory bodies.
• Coordinate with customers and internal teams to ensure SLAs are met.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in fleet/logistics management, preferably in hazardous goods transportation.
• In-depth knowledge of Indian transport laws, HAZMAT logistics, and PESO regulations.
• Proficiency with fleet management software, GPS tracking tools, and MS Office.
• Valid Indian driving license (commercial) is a plus.

Preferred Certifications:

• PESO (Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization) familiarity
• DG Handling Certification
• Training in Emergency Response for Hydrogen Transport
• ADR/HAZMAT handling certification (Indian equivalent)

Key Skills:

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Crisis and risk management
• Route planning and cost optimization
• Safety-first mindset
• Analytical and data-driven approach

Salary: 20,000 to 30,000

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Experience:

• logistics : 3 years (Required)
• trucks maintenance : 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person