BAJ Freight And Logistics is a leading Ghanaian indigenous company that provides end to end freight and logistics solutions at all sea and air ports to and from around the world. Our head office is in Tema with offices at Accra International Airport and Takoradi. Baj is currently strengthening its transport operations with a focus on the strategic direction, organization and management of the transport function to ensure costs, risks and supply security are managed in line with corporate objectives.
We are now hiring for the roles of:
Transport Officers 2 – Takoradi (1) and Tema (1)
Scope & Coverage
The Transport Officer supports the Transport Manager in the safe, efficient and cost-effective management of the Company’s fleet and transportation operations. The role is responsible for coordinating daily vehicle deployment, monitoring fleet availability and utilization, supporting preventive maintenance, supervising drivers and transport support personnel, maintaining accurate fleet records, monitoring fuel and operating costs, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutory, company, contractual and QHSE requirements. The Transport Officer will use available fleet management technology, GPS/telematics, digital reporting tools and operational data to improve vehicle utilization, driver performance, safety, reliability and overall transport efficiency. The role reports to the Transport Manager.
Core Tasks
Fleet Operations and Coordination
- Coordinate the day-to-day deployment and allocation of company vehicles in line with operational requirements.
- Assist the Transport Manager in assessing transportation requirements and developing practical, cost-effective transport plans.
- Optimize vehicle utilization, availability, routing and scheduling to minimize downtime and unnecessary operating costs.
- Monitor daily vehicle movements, assignments, trip schedules, mileage and operational status.
Vehicle Maintenance and Reliability
- Support the Transport Manager in implementing an effective preventive and corrective maintenance programme.
- Monitor vehicle servicing schedules and ensure maintenance is completed within approved intervals.
- Maintain accurate records of servicing, repairs, inspections, defects, tyres, batteries and other critical vehicle components.
Driver and Transport Personnel Management
- Allocate and monitor duties assigned to drivers and other transport support personnel.
- Monitor driver attendance, punctuality, conduct, productivity and compliance with company procedures.
- Ensure drivers complete required pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain accurate trip documentation.
- Monitor driver performance using available telematics/GPS data, including speeding, harsh braking, excessive idling, unauthorized movement and other relevant indicators.
- Promote safe driving practices and defensive-driving standards.
Fleet Technology, Data and Reporting
- Utilize fleet-management systems, GPS/telematics and digital transport tools to support operational control.
- Maintain accurate electronic and physical transport records.
- Generate regular fleet performance reports for management.
Regulatory and Documentation Compliance
- Monitor expiry dates and renewal requirements for vehicle registrations, roadworthiness certificates, insurance, permits, licenses and other statutory documentation.
- Ensure required vehicle and driver documentation is valid and readily available.
- Maintain an effective compliance calendar and escalate upcoming expiries to the Transport Manager.
- Ensure transport operations comply with applicable Ghanaian laws, regulatory requirements, company policies and contractual obligations.
QHSE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Comply with all Company QHSSE policies, procedures, standards and safe systems of work.
- Identify and report unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, hazards, defects and environmental concerns.
- Conduct and/or participate in vehicle, transport-area and workplace inspections.
- Support implementation of risk assessments, Job Safety Analyses (JSA), Safe Work Procedures and relevant control measures.
CUSTOMER AND STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
- Maintain professional relationships with internal and external customers.
- Coordinate effectively with Operations, QHSSE, Procurement, Finance, HR, Maintenance and other relevant departments.
- Liaise with contractors, workshops, transport service providers, suppliers and regulatory stakeholders
Education and Professional Qualifications
- HND or Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Transport Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Professional certification or training in transport, logistics, fleet management, defensive driving
or occupational safety. - First Aid/Basic Life Support certification is an advantage.
- Minimum of 2–3 years’ relevant experience in transport, fleet, logistics or a similar operational role.
- Experience coordinating drivers and fleet activities.
- Practical knowledge of light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles.
- Experience with vehicle inspections, maintenance coordination and fleet documentation
- Competence in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Ability to prepare fleet reports, dashboards and operational summaries.
- Ability to use GPS, telematics and/or fleet-management systems.
- Excellent people skills and emotional intelligence
Remuneration
An attractive package will be offered to the right candidates
Interested applicants should submit their one page application letter with a comprehensive CV not more than 3 pages to boadu.coleman@gmail.com
Deadline for submission is 9th September 2026.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted due to the numbers of applications we are likely to receive. 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.
