fleet & Maintenance Manager

About the Role

National Supreme Co. (Al-Amal Ice Cream) is seeking an experienced Fleet & Maintenance Manager to oversee fleet maintenance operations. This full-time role is based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia, and focuses on ensuring vehicle reliability, optimizing workshop performance, and minimizing downtime.

Role Purpose

The Fleet & Maintenance Manager will lead all aspects of fleet maintenance, with a strong emphasis on implementing preventive maintenance strategies, achieving cost efficiency, and maintaining high operational standards for commercial and refrigerated vehicles. The role requires a proactive approach to managing maintenance programs and ensuring fleet readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance operations for commercial vehicles, delivery trucks, and the refrigerated fleet.
• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
• Manage workshop operations, maintenance technicians, and external service providers.
• Ensure fleet readiness, operational reliability, and timely resolution of breakdowns.
• Monitor maintenance costs, fuel consumption, vehicle utilization, and fleet performance KPIs.
• Manage spare parts inventory, maintenance budgets, and supplier relationships.
• Utilize ERP systems, Excel, and fleet tracking systems for monitoring and reporting.
• Coordinate with relevant departments to minimize downtime and maintain operational continuity.
• Conduct periodic visits to branches and operational sites as required.
• Ensure compliance with vehicle safety and maintenance standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant technical qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in fleet maintenance management.
• Proven experience managing commercial vehicle fleets and maintenance workshops.
• Practical knowledge of refrigerated trucks and transport refrigeration systems.
• Experience in FMCG, food distribution, or cold-chain operations is highly preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance practices.
• Strong leadership, technical troubleshooting, cost-control, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP and fleet management systems.

Work Environment and Location

This position is based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The role requires the ability to travel to branches or operational sites when necessary to ensure effective oversight of fleet operations.