Fleet Officer Intern

Requisition ID:  27348
Location: 

KE

Job Title:

Fleet Officer Intern (3 months)

Department:

Human Resource

Reporting Line:

Head of Human Resource

Location:

Nairobi, Kenya

 

 

About ENGIE Energy Access

 

ENGIE Energy Access is one of the leading Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGo) and mini-grids solutions provider in Africa, with a mission to deliver affordable, reliable and sustainable energy solutions and life-changing services with exceptional customer experience. The company is a result of the integration of Fenix International, ENGIE Mobisol and ENGIE PowerCorner; and develops innovative, offgrid solar solutions for homes, public services and businesses, enabling customers and distribution partners access to clean, affordable energy. The PAYGo solar home systems are financed through affordable installments from $0.19 per day and the minigrids foster economic development by enabling electrical productive use and triggering business opportunities for entrepreneurs in rural communities. With over 1,700 employees, operations in nine countries across Africa (Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia), almost 1.5 million customers and over 7 million lives impacted so far, ENGIE Energy Access aims to remain the leading clean energy company, serving millions of customers across Africa by 2025.

www.engie-energyaccess.com

 

Job Overview

 

The Fleet Officer Intern will play a crucial role in managing and overseeing a company’s fleet of vehicles. The fleet Officer Intern will handle all queries related to our Motor Cycle and Vehicles that are raised in our fleet system, maintains records of maintenances for the vehicles and Motor Cycles, ensuring that safety standards for operating vehicles meet the ENGIE standards as per transport policy.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Set and manage the overarching strategic direction, priorities and focus areas for sales commercial (sales, marketing, and business development), cascading and ensuring alignment throughout EEA-K.
  • Maintenance and Oversight: The Fleet Officer ensures that the vehicles or vessels are properly maintained in accordance with regulations. They use their knowledge of maritime law (for vessels) or transportation regulations (for vehicles) to ensure safe navigation and operation.
  • Organizing and Controlling: They organize, control, and direct the activities related to the fleet. This includes scheduling maintenance, repairs, and replacements as needed.
  • Budget Management: The Fleet Officer manages the budget for vehicle repairs, replacements, and other related expenses.
  • Driver/Vessel Operator Training: They ensure that drivers or vessel operators receive proper training to uphold safe operating standards.
  • Licensure and Registration: Managing vehicle licensure and registration is also part of their responsibilities.
  • Efficient Routes and Schedules: They establish efficient routes and transportation schedules for the fleet.
  • Monitoring and Reporting: Monitoring drivers (or vessel operators) to ensure adherence to schedules and safe driving practices. Additionally, they provide reports to management on budgeting, maintenance, and fleet progress.
  • New Driver/Vessel Operator Recruitment: Searching for, hiring, and training new drivers or vessel operators.
  • Cost Reduction and Efficiency Improvement: Developing methods to decrease costs and improve overall fleet efficiency.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

  • Minimum of 1 years’ experience in handling fleet operations management.
  • 5 years of driving experience (driving licence must be upto date).
  • Problem-Solving thinking outside the box and quickly solving problems related to fleet operations.
  • Hardworking with a sense of responsibilty. 
  • Innovative Thinking, ability to think creatively and find innovative solutions is valuable.
  • Attention to Detail: small details can prevent issues and improve fleet performance.
  • Proficiency of GPS tracking system.
  • Experience in Motor Mechanics is an added advantage.

 

Qualification

  • Certificate/ Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/Automative Engineering

 

Language

  • English
  • Swahili

 

Technology

  • Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Fleet operating Systems, and other Microsoft applications.

 

We thank all applicants for their interest, however due to the large volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. All applications are screened based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without any regard to origin, age, name, sexual identity, orientation or preference, religion, marital status, health, disability, political opinions, union involvement or citizenship. Our differences are our strengths! 

Business Unit:  GBU Flexible Gen & Retail
Division:  Energy Access
Legal Entity:  Engie Mobisol Kenya Limited
Contract Type:  Internship
Job Type:  Full - Time
Professional Experience:  Junior (experience < 3 years)
Education Level:  Technical College Diploma