Transport Manager

As the Transportation Manager, you will be responsible for managing the entire fleet of school buses, which includes tasks such as scheduling, route planning, and dispatch. Your role will involve developing and implementing transportation policies and procedures to ensure the safety of students during transit. Effective coordination with drivers, attendants, and other staff members will be essential in maintaining smooth operations. Additionally, you will oversee fuel consumption, maintenance schedules for vehicles, and promptly address transportation-related issues and complaints. Ensuring compliance and safety standards will be a key aspect of your responsibilities. You will be required to ensure that all vehicles are properly licensed and maintained, as well as adhere to relevant transport regulations. Regular safety checks and inspections of vehicles will need to be conducted under your supervision, along with managing emergency situations and ensuring the appropriate protocols are followed. Communication and coordination skills will be vital in this role. You will be expected to liaise with parents, students, and school staff members regarding transportation schedules and procedures. Collaborating with other departments within the school, such as administration and academic departments, is necessary. Moreover, you will be in charge of communicating with external stakeholders like transport authorities and vendors. A significant part of your role will involve data management and analysis. Analyzing transportation data to identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains will be essential. You will also be responsible for developing and maintaining records related to transportation operations, as well as generating reports on transportation activities for management review. Cost control is another crucial aspect of your job. Monitoring and managing transportation costs, implementing cost-saving measures while ensuring safety and efficiency, and negotiating contracts with transportation providers are tasks that you will need to undertake. This position requires a Higher Secondary (12th Pass) education and a minimum of 2 years of experience in Transport Management. The work location is in Siliguri, West Bengal, and the role necessitates in-person presence. The job type is Full-time, Permanent, with benefits including health insurance and Provident Fund. Ability to reliably commute or relocate to Siliguri, West Bengal, before starting work is required.,