BAJ is a leading Ghanaian indigenous company that provides end to end logistics solutions at all sea and air ports to and from the world. We provide all round logistics solutions as a one stop shop for all your Logistics needs. We are based in Tema, Accra and Takoradi.
We have vacancy for a results-oriented and self-motivated person for the role of TRANSPORT MANAGER and invite applications from qualified persons. The role reports to the Chief Operations Officer and is located at Takoradi.
Roles Defination & Accountabilities
- Direct activities related to loading and unloading, dispatching, routing, and tracking company vehicles.
- Plan, organize and manage the work of subordinate staff to ensure that the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with the Company’s requirements.
- Actively partake in investigations to verify and resolve client complaints.
- Serve as contact person for all drivers and mates within the Company’s assigned territories.
- Coordinate, through subordinates, activities of operations department in order to obtain use of equipment, facilities, and human resources.
- Collaborate with the Service Engineer and staff performing repairs and maintenance to equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
- Actively partake in investigations in cooperation with government agencies to determine causes of transportation accidents.
- Monitor performance of third party contract equipment and ensure contract fulfillment.
- Coordinate with the service Engineer to ensure that all periodic maintenance and service schedules are adhered to (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual schedules)
- Support and ensure that maintenance work request is raised for all reported faults on vehicles and forwarded to the Service Engineer for the needed action.
- Monitor and track maintenance work request until MWR is successfully closed.
- Carry out daily fleet checklist are effectively conducted and recorded.
- Ensure discipline is maintained within the section.
Qualification & Experience
- Professional Qualification in Administration, Mechanical Engineer or a related field.
- MBA in Administration or a related field.
- Five (5) years progressive work experience in managerial role in transport management.
- Experience in mentoring and coaching transport and logistics working environment.
- Must have a good knowledge in Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) rules and regulations.
Technical Competencies
- IT Proficiency (MS Office suit and relevant software).
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Analytical (Reporting and decision making).
- Good leadership skills.
- Good presentations skills.
- Ability to lead and generate results for logistical support to implement organizational strategies.
- Excellent attention to details.
- Good organizational skills and the abilities to manage time and prioritize work.
Personal Competencies
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Exceptional interpersonal and analytical skills required
- Good communication, analytical and team building skills
- High Level of Integrity
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage time and prioritize work
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff
- Ability to work well under pressure
THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR FEMALES AND THEY ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO APPLY!
Interested applicants should submit their application letter with a comprehensive CV to: recruitment@bajfreight.com.
Deadline for submission ends on 23rd January, 2026.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
BAJ Freight is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity in our company, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, age, marital status etc. and our recruitment procedures reflect this.
