Senior Operations Manager cum Bus Driver (w training and maintenance capability)

JIANG KEVIN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transport services company in Singapore is seeking a managerial candidate to oversee daily operations and conduct training programs for drivers. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety standards and evaluating driver performance. Ideal candidates possess leadership skills and a Class 4 driving license. The role offers an opportunity to influence driver safety and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation schedule and quotation processes.
• Conduct route familiarization drives for new drivers.
• Deliver various training programs for drivers.
• Evaluate driver performance and mentor junior drivers.
• Perform vehicle inspection and maintenance reporting.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Vehicle Maintenance

Customer Service

Good Driving Record

Preventive Maintenance

Public Safety

Road Safety

Service Recovery

Strategy

Team Player

Time Management

Job description

Managerial Duties

• Oversee daily operation schedule
• Oversee quotation to new or old customers
• Conduct route familiarization drives for new or complex routes.
• Support service recovery during emergencies (e.g., replacing absent drivers, demonstrating best practices).
• Deliver training programs (new driver induction, defensive driving, customer service).
• Train drivers on navigation tools, digital ticketing, and communication devices.
• Evaluate driver performance through on-road assessments and ride-along.
• Mentor junior drivers, promoting best practices in safe and efficient driving.
• Vehicle inspection for road tax renewal
• Vehicle maintained for route and yearly upkeeping
• Source out new technology for clean energy buses

Driving Requirement

• Active Class 4/5 driving license
• Owned a bus vocational license
• Be flexible to respond to sporadic, round the clock driving duties if needed (When vehicle breakdown)

Training & Development of drivers

• Deliver training programs (new driver induction, defensive driving, customer service).
• Train drivers on navigation tools, digital ticketing, and communication devices.
• Evaluate driver performance through on-road assessments and ride-alongs.
• Mentor junior drivers, promoting best practices in safe and efficient driving.

Safety Oversight

• Reduce accidents through training and behavioural monitoring.
• Promote a safety-first culture across all levels of the organization.
• Ensure compliance with transport authority safety standards (e.g., LTA in Singapore).

Maintenance Awareness & Reporting

• Perform basic pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections to identify faults.
• Collaborate with engineering/maintenance teams to report and elevate technical issues.
• Train drivers on defect reporting, proper use of onboard systems, and emergency equipment.
• Provide feedback to engineering managers on recurring vehicle issues impacting safety.

Skills Needed

Analytical Skills

Class 4 Driving License

Leadership

Vehicle Maintenance

Customer Service

Good Driving Record

Preventive Maintenance

Public Safety

Road Safety

Service Recovery

Strategy

Team Player

Time Management