Applications are invited to fill the following vacant post in the Post and Telecommunications Department: Transport Manager (GMG/AM 4)

Salary range $2,803,771 – $3,770,761 per annum.

Job Purpose

The Transport Manager is responsible for the management and control of the Department’s fleet vehicles, in accordance with the Government of Jamaica’s Motor Vehicle Policy for the Public Sector and the Financial Administration and Audit Act (FAA) and Regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Management/Administrative:

• Supervises the preparation of repairs and service records for road worthy vehicles;
• Attends meetings, seminars and conferences on behalf of the Department;
• Monitors funds allocated to the Section, by approving expenditure and ensuring that expenditure conforms to budgetary parameters;
• Reports all accidents and takes follow-up action as required;
• Writes letters, Minutes and reports on the Section’s different activities;
• Replies to queries from private and public agencies concerning the Department’s fleet of vehicles;
• Prepares and submits periodic reports on the operational efficiency of each vehicle on the prescribed form;
• Keeps the manager up to date on the status of the section’s different operations and important matters.

Technical/Professional:

• Manages and controls the Department’s fleet of motor vehicles;
• Ensures appropriate and valid licences for driving personnel and that only designated/authorized personnel access and operate vehicles;
• Ensures currency of motor vehicles licences, certificates of fitness and all fleet drivers are certified by the NWA;
• Ensures scheduled maintenance is carried out;
• Ensures speedometer is functional and promptly repaired if defective;
• Ensures that all accidents are documented and reported in the established time frame;
• Ensures that the Department’s Fuel Cards for fleet vehicles, original motor vehicle particulars, and spare keys are properly monitored and safely secured;
• Establishes and maintains a programme for the maintenance and repair of the
  Department’s vehicles and accessories;
• Conducts audits of motor vehicle equipment and accessories, and ensures maintenance of an up-to-date inventory;
• Arranges for retraining and re-certification of drivers, registration and, re-certifications of vehicles;
• Arranges for the Board of Survey to conduct motor vehicle inspections and if necessary, dispose of them;
• Creates, maintains and monitors the travel itinerary for the Driver(s), including the time and purpose of assignments;
• Creates and maintains schedules and makes spot checks to ensure that priorities and targets are being met and that repairs and maintenance standards are being adhered to;
• Co-ordinates transportation for the delivery of all mail and other items leaving the Department; and the pick-up and drop-off of scheduled staff to and from prescribed destinations;
• Conducts regular checks of the log book, gas/gas oil records and stock balances to economize on fuel consumption;
• Checks time sheet to ensure proper vehicle handing-over procedures are observed;
• Responds to requests/complaints on transportation issues and ensures they are resolved/addressed;
• Participates in the procurement of vehicles for the Department.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• Core
• Good customer and quality focus
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Takes initiative
• Integrity
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Adaptability
• Teamwork and co-operation
• Goal/result oriented

Compliance

Functional/Technical

• Use of technology
• Impact and influence
• Change management
• Financial and business acumen
• Planning and organizing
• Methodical
• Analytical thinking
• People management
• Managing external relationships
• Technical skills
• Knowledge of:
  • Auto mechanics
  • The Government of Jamaica’s Motor Vehicle Policy
  • The Government of Jamaica’s Procurement Guidelines
  • The Government of Jamaica’s Financial Administration and Audit Act and Regulations
    (FAA)
  • Operations of Government / Knowledge of the Department’s policies and procedures.

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Management Studies/Public Sector Management/Public Administration Management from and accredited tertiary institution;
• Training in Supervisory Management
• Holder of a General Driver’s License; plus
• Two (2) year’s related working experience
• Diploma/Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or Auto-Mechanics would be an asset

Special Condition Associated with the Job

• Island wide travelling
• Working extended hours

Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Thursday June 26, 2025 to:

Director, Human Resource Management and Development
Post and Telecommunications Department
6 – 10 South Camp Road
Kingston

Email: ceooffice@jamaicapost.gov.jm

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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