Roles and Responsibilities of a Senior Transport Executive

1. Transport Operations Management

Oversee daily transportation operations (employee shuttles, vendor vehicles, logistics, etc.)
Route planning and optimization to reduce travel time and fuel cost
Ensure timely pickup and drop-off of personnel or goods

2. Fleet Management

Supervise the maintenance, insurance, registration, and documentation of company vehicles
Coordinate repairs, servicing schedules, and vehicle inspections
Ensure fleet tracking via GPS or telematics systems

3. Vendor & Driver Management

Coordinate with transport vendors for vehicle availability and contracts
Maintain a roster of drivers and ensure they follow duty rosters, safety norms, and time schedules
Conduct training and induction programs for new drivers

4. Compliance & Safety

Ensure compliance with RTO norms, labour laws, and transport regulations
Conduct periodic audits of vehicles and driver documentation
Implement safety measures and emergency preparedness (First Aid Kits, fire extinguishers, etc.)

5. Cost Control & Budgeting

6. Employee Transport Coordination (if applicable)

Manage employee transportation services (shift transport, cab pooling, etc.)
Handle transport requests and grievances through helpdesk or transport management systems
Ensure safety, punctuality, and convenience for employees

7. MIS Reporting & Documentation

Maintain records of transport operations: vehicle logs, fuel consumption, maintenance schedules, etc.
Generate periodic MIS reports for management review
Monitor SLA/KPI adherence of transport vendors

8. Technology & Automation

Use Transport Management Systems (TMS) or CAFM tools for automation
Monitor GPS tracking and route analytics
Implement RFID, QR, or mobile-based access control systems for vehicle entry/exit

Senior Transport Executive