Senior Manager - Transport Management

Black Grey; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Grey HR is recruiting a Senior Manager - Transport Management for a leading UAE construction and contracting company. You will oversee the entire fleet and bus transport operations, lead large teams, and drive efficiency across multiple project sites.

The role requires extensive experience in bus transport for a large workforce, strong leadership, crisis management, and expert knowledge of UAE traffic laws and RTA regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 15+ years progressive experience in transport and fleet management, with bus transport experience for large workforces.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE traffic laws and RTA regulations.
• Strong crisis management, safety, and budget control capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage the transport and fleet department, including supervisors, drivers, and maintenance staff.
• Oversee daily mobilization of the workforce and safe transportation to project sites across the UAE.
• Develop and implement strategic transport plans to optimize routes and reduce costs.
• Manage the full lifecycle of the bus fleet including maintenance, incident management, registrations, and insurance.
• Ensure 100% compliance with UAE traffic laws, RTA regulations, and safety protocols.
• Monitor transport KPIs and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Negotiation

Strategic fleet planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics/Supply Chain/Business Admin

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 18/06/2026

Black & Grey HR is hiring for a leading construction and contracting company in the UAE that delivers large-scale commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects. We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager - Transport Management to oversee the entire fleet and bus transport operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading large teams, ensure operational efficiency, and managing logistics for a workforce of thousands across multiple project sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage the entire transport and fleet department, including supervisors, drivers, and maintenance staff.
• Oversee the daily mobilization of the workforce, ensuring the timely and safe transportation of staff to and from project sites across the UAE.
• Develop and implement strategic transport plans to optimize route efficiency, reduce operational costs, and minimize downtime.
• Manage the full lifecycle of the bus fleet, including preventive maintenance schedules, accident management, vehicle registration, and insurance.
• Ensure 100% compliance with UAE traffic laws, RTA regulations, and company safety protocols.
• Monitor and analyze transport KPIs (e.g., fuel efficiency, maintenance costs, on-time performance, accident rates) and implement corrective actions.
• Manage the transport budget, including fuel, maintenance, leasing, and staffing costs.
• Coordinate with project managers and site supervisors to forecast transport requirements based on project manpower needs.
• Lead crisis management and emergency response related to transport accidents or breakdowns.
• Negotiate contracts with external vendors, including bus manufacturers, spare parts suppliers, and service centers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in transport and fleet management.
• Extensive experience specifically in bus transport management for a large workforce
• Experience in the UAE/GCC region, with deep knowledge of local traffic laws and RTA regulations.
• Strong experience in transport safety management, incident investigation, and driver training.
• Excellent crisis management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation, budget management, and cost-control abilities.