Transportation Operations Supervisor
Amentum
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Diego Garcia • United States
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About the role
- Supervise daily transportation operations, including vehicle dispatching, fleet management, and logistics coordination, ensuring timely support of mission-critical activities.
- Oversee the scheduling and dispatch of vehicles and other transportation equipment to meet customer requirements and operational demands.
- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations pertaining to vehicle operations, including government and military transportation standards.
- Supervise the inspection and maintenance program for all vehicles and equipment, ensuring they remain in safe and operational condition.
- Monitor and enforce compliance with safety protocols and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), applicable U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, and Navy-specific guidance.
- Assign tasks and responsibilities to drivers and transportation personnel, ensuring work is completed efficiently and in accordance with performance standards.
- Collect, verify, and maintain all required data related to fleet operations, vehicle usage, maintenance records, and personnel assignments for tracking and reporting purposes.
- Manage day-to-day staffing, including motivating and mentoring team members, providing guidance, and resolving conflicts to maintain a productive workforce.
- Respond to dispatch requests during normal working hours and ensure timely and efficient response to unscheduled transportation needs.
- Ensure vehicles and operators meet the required performance levels for specific operations, including the transportation of HAZMAT, heavy equipment, and other materials in compliance with government regulations.
- Communicate effectively with management, stakeholders, and customers regarding transportation schedules, concerns, and reporting requirements.
- Provide customer support by addressing service inquiries, ensuring timely resolution of issues, and maintaining high satisfaction levels.
- Assist with emergency response logistics and ensure readiness of fleet resources during contingencies.
Requirements
- 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in transportation and logistics operations, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
- Hands-on experience in vehicle dispatch, fleet management, vehicle inspection/maintenance, and transportation regulations is required.
- Strong understanding of transportation requirements in a government or military context, including HAZMAT handling, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), and vehicle operational parameters.
- Experience in managing schedules, resolving logistical challenges, and adjusting to shifting operational priorities.
- High school diploma or equivalent is required; additional certifications or educational qualifications in logistics, transportation management, or a related field are highly desirable.
- Proficiency in using fleet management software, transportation scheduling platforms, and Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to read and understand technical manuals, transportation policies, and regulatory materials.
Benefits
- Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment.
- Quality: Quality is the foundation of our business and the keystone of our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations.
- Each employee is responsible for conducting activities in compliance with Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
vehicle dispatchfleet managementvehicle inspectionvehicle maintenancetransportation regulationsHAZMAT handlinglogistics operationsschedulingdata trackingemergency response logistics
Soft Skills
supervisory skillsteam motivationconflict resolutioncommunicationcustomer supportguidancementoringproblem-solvingorganizational skillsperformance management
Certifications
logistics certificationtransportation management certification