Head of Transport & Fleet Strategy

AimGulf; Dubai; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Transguard is seeking a Head of Transport to lead the group-wide Transport function from our Dubai HQ in DAFZA. The role encompasses passenger transport, fleet, compliance, and in-house maintenance, delivering safe, efficient, and cost-conscious mobility for TG staff.

The position requires strategic leadership with a strong track record in logistics, managing large teams, and delivering P&L results. A focus on modernization and regulatory compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• MBA or equivalent degree preferred.
• Experience leading large-scale logistics operations and cross-functional teams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the transportation operation to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective movement of staff within budget.
• Oversee fleet maintenance, utilization, and regulatory compliance across the group.
• Develop and manage transport and fleet budgets, including P&L accountability for the BU.
• Provide guidance on driver performance and contractual obligations of leases.
• Drive process improvements, SOPs, and QMS across transport and fleet units.
• Champion modernization through telematics, routing software, dashboards, and data analytics.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Strategic planning

Logistics knowledge

Problem-solving

Budget management

Communication skills

Analytics tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

MBA or equivalent

Tools

Logistics software

Data analytics tools

Job description

Transguard is seeking a Head of Transport to lead the group-wide Transport function from our Dubai HQ in DAFZA. The role encompasses passenger transport, fleet, compliance, and in-house maintenance, delivering safe, efficient, and cost-conscious mobility for TG staff.

The position requires strategic leadership with a strong track record in logistics, managing large teams, and delivering P&L results. A focus on modernization and regulatory compliance is essential.