Transport Officer
Organizational Context
This Transport Officer position is based in Juba, South Sudan, within the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). Juba is classified as an "E" category, non-family duty station. The role operates within the Transport Section and reports directly to the Deputy Chief Transport Officer.
Job Purpose
The Transport Officer, Fleet Maintenance, is responsible for supervising the maintenance and repair of UN-owned vehicles, ensuring they meet manufacturer standards and operational requirements. This includes overseeing diagnostics, fault finding, quality control, and vehicle recovery. The role involves analyzing technical issues, preparing reports, managing workshop performance, and ensuring accurate data in fleet management systems. Additionally, the officer contributes to vehicle acquisition, maintenance, and recovery plans, develops cost-effective transport solutions, and oversees vendor contracts and performance. The position also ensures compliance with UN regulations for vehicle usage, safety, and environmental protection, and supervises subordinate staff.
Responsibilities
Supervise the maintenance and repair of UN-owned vehicles, adhering to manufacturer standards for all vehicle systems, including electrical, air conditioning, suspension, and braking. Conduct and oversee diagnostic procedures, fault finding, quality assurance, road testing, and vehicle recovery. Analyze technical faults, prepare reports, and supervise vehicle inspections and product upgrades. Document workshop performance, warranties, and vendor support. Maintain accurate data in Electronic Vehicle Monitoring System (EVMS) and Fleetlog. Liaise with manufacturers for warranty and technical claims. Identify spare parts and equipment needs. Participate in technical evaluations of vendor bids. Contribute to the development and implementation of Mission Vehicle Acquisition, Maintenance, and Recovery Plans. Develop and implement cost-effective surface transport plans, including outsourcing. Determine technical specifications for goods and services, review bids, and evaluate vendor performance. Ensure UN vehicles are used according to regulations and data is accurately recorded. Participate in administrative committees (e.g., Local Committee on Contracts, Vehicle Establishment Committee). Coordinate subordinate staff work plans, conduct performance assessments, and supervise personnel. Ensure compliance with workplace safety and environmental protection policies.
Work Experience
A minimum of ten years of progressive experience in motor vehicle transport operations, maintenance, or multi-modal transportation is required. This experience should be within a UN entity, international organization, or NGO. The minimum requirement is reduced to five years for candidates with a first-level university degree. At least four years of experience in transport/fleet maintenance in an international setting, particularly UN peacekeeping operations or with UN Agencies/NGOs, is also required.
Skills
Professionalism, Planning and Organizing, Client Orientation, Fleet Maintenance, Vehicle Diagnostics, Quality Control, Report Preparation, Data Management, Vendor Management, Contract Oversight, Technical Evaluation, Staff Supervision.