Driver Administrator

Our client is an established player in the vehicle leasing, transportation and logistics industry. As a result of business expansion, some roles need to be filled urgently. 

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Driver Administrator to support the efficient management of drivers and fleet operations in the vehicle leasing and logistics business. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating driver schedules, maintaining driver records, ensuring compliance with transport regulations, monitoring vehicle usage, and supporting the day-to-day administrative needs of the transport operations team. The candidate must have solid experience in fleet, transport, or logistics administration and a good knowledge of the Lagos road network and regulatory environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise the daily activities, schedules, and assignments of company drivers.
• Maintain accurate driver records, including licenses, certifications, guarantor details, training records, and disciplinary reports.
• Monitor driver attendance, trip logs, fuel usage, overtime, and route performance.
• Ensure all drivers comply with company policies, traffic laws, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with the fleet and maintenance teams to report vehicle faults, service schedules, and downtimes.
• Track vehicle allocation, utilization, and movement to support efficient logistics operations.
• Investigate incidents, traffic violations, customer complaints, or accidents involving drivers and prepare reports.
• Support driver recruitment, onboarding, documentation, and periodic performance reviews.
• Assist in planning routes and dispatch schedules for timely delivery and service operations.
• Prepare weekly and monthly administrative and operational reports for management.
• Ensure proper communication between drivers, operations staff, clients, and management.
• Promote high standards of professionalism, customer service, and safety among drivers.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, HND, or OND in Business Administration, Logistics, Transport Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 to 7 years of relevant work experience in driver administration, fleet administration, transport operations, or logistics coordination.
• Previous experience as a driver or senior driver will be an added advantage
• Strong knowledge of fleet operations, driver management, and transport compliance procedures.
• Good understanding of the Lagos road network, traffic regulations, and relevant transport documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Word, Excel, and reporting systems.
• Ability to maintain records accurately and prepare clear operational reports.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple drivers and schedules effectively.
• Experience in a vehicle leasing, transportation, or logistics company is a strong advantage.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Driver and fleet coordination
• Administrative reporting and documentation
• Route planning and dispatch support
• Compliance monitoring
• Conflict resolution and incident reporting
• Time management and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Customer service orientation

The successful candidate should be disciplined, dependable, and capable of managing drivers and transport administration efficiently in a fast-paced leasing and logistics environment.