Fleet & Route Optimization Lead

Averda; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Averda is seeking a Service Delivery Lead in Abu Dhabi to own daily vehicle deployment, route planning, and fleet utilization for waste collection operations. You will coordinate with drivers, dispatchers, and maintenance teams to ensure safe, efficient service and zero missed collections.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, safety culture, and adherence to UAE regulations, with extensive experience in fleet management and road permits.

Qualifications

• 7-8 years of experience in Waste management operations.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle routing, fleet scheduling, GPS tracking, and fleet management system, DM and Abu Dhabi municipality permits.
• Experience managing a fleet of heavy and light commercial vehicles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with good knowledge of MS Excel and operational reporting.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and team leadership skills.
• Good knowledge of UAE roads and operational requirements.
• Valid UAE Driving License is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Transport, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily vehicle deployment and resource allocation for waste collection operations, monitoring daily fulfilment and targeting zero missed collections.
• Plan, optimize, and maintain records of collection routes, vehicle schedules, fleet utilization, and deployment methods to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
• Ensure timely vehicle dispatch and coordinate effective responses to breakdowns, emergencies, operational changes, and service disruptions.
• Monitor vehicle movements and ensure adherence to planned routes, schedules, and operational requirements.
• Coordinate closely with Drivers, Helpers, LDSC Agents, Dispatchers, Workshop/Maintenance, HSE, Stores, and other Operations teams to ensure issues are properly managed and closed.

Skills

Waste management operations

Fleet management

GPS tracking

Excel & reporting

Team leadership

UAE road knowledge

Driving license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Transport, Business Administration, or related discipline

Job description

Averda is seeking a Service Delivery Lead in Abu Dhabi to own daily vehicle deployment, route planning, and fleet utilization for waste collection operations. You will coordinate with drivers, dispatchers, and maintenance teams to ensure safe, efficient service and zero missed collections.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, safety culture, and adherence to UAE regulations, with extensive experience in fleet management and road permits.