Team Leader - Fleet

Gulf Marketing Group (GMG Group); Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading well-being company in Dubai is looking for a Fleet Manager to oversee a fleet of over 200 commercial vehicles. The role includes optimizing fleet utilization, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will have experience in fleet management and strong knowledge of UAE transport regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a fleet of commercial vehicles.
• Strong understanding of UAE transport regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Optimize fleet utilization and reduce costs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with transport regulations.
• Lead and develop a high-performing fleet management team.

Skills

Fleet optimization

Cost management

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Job description

Who we are:

GMG is a global well‑being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home‑grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world’s most successful and respected brands in the well‑being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home‑grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita’s, and McCain.

What you’ll be doing:

Fleet Efficiency: Optimize fleet utilization, reduce costs, and improve productivity.

Customer Satisfaction: Ensure timely and effective fleet services to internal stakeholders.

Compliance: Maintain regulatory compliance and adherence to company policies.

Team Leadership: Lead and develop a high‑performing team.

Cost Management: Manage fleet‑related expenses, including maintenance, fuel, and tolls.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities

(Managing a Fleet of 200+ Company Commercial Vehicles Across All Emirates)

1. Vehicle Scheduling and Allocation – Plan, coordinate, and optimize the deployment of over 200 commercial vehicles to meet operational, logistical, and distribution requirements across all Emirates.
2. Vehicle Maintenance and Repairs – Oversee preventive maintenance schedules, manage breakdown repairs, and ensure regular inspections to maintain vehicle safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
3. Regulatory Compliance – Ensure full adherence to UAE transport regulations, including vehicle licensing, insurance, registration, and compliance with road safety and distribution‑related standards.
4. Distribution Permits Management (Food, Non‑Food, Medicine) – Obtain, renew, and manage all required distribution permits for transporting food, non‑food items, and pharmaceuticals across all Emirates, in line with local authority requirements (Municipality, MoHAP).
5. Stakeholder and Vendor Coordination – Liaise with internal departments (Operations, HR, Procurement, Finance) and external partners (workshops, insurers, logistics agents, and government regulators) to ensure uninterrupted fleet and distribution activities.
6. Fleet Expense Management – Monitor and control all fleet‑related operational costs, including fuel, tolls, maintenance, permits, insurance, and vehicle registration.
7. Fuel Management – Oversee and manage fuel consumption across the fleet, including fuel card usage, monitoring fuel efficiency, identifying abnormal usage, and implementing cost‑saving strategies to optimize fuel spend.
8. Toll Account Management – Manage toll systems such as Salik and DARB, including balance monitoring, top‑ups, and monthly usage reporting to the Accounts/Finance department.
9. Workshop Coordination – Coordinate with authorized workshops for scheduled servicing and urgent repairs, ensuring minimal downtime and effective vehicle turnaround.
10. Vehicle Inspections – Organize mandatory vehicle inspections with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and other relevant authorities to ensure full compliance with safety and regulatory standards — including for vehicles handling food, non‑food, and medical product distribution.