Assistant Manager Facilities

Description and Requirements
The primary role of the candidate will be to o versee and manage all transport operations within the organization, develop and implement comprehensive transport strategy, policies, protocols, and procedures, conduct regular risk assessments and compliance audits, promote a culture of secure & safe operations.
Job Responsibilities
Operations Coordination
• Oversee daily operations of transport services.
• Ensure all the necessary compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, conducting regular inspections and audits.
• Maintain daily and monthly operations seamless and provide excellent support to the internal customer.
• Responsible for ensuring team member performance in the shifts in every area they work
• Maintain the OTA, OTD and cab occupancy according to the KPI indicator
• Outsource manpower management
• Conduct adequate training and briefing to maintain the government / organizational guidelines and ensure to keep the accident as low as possible
• Well versed with the transport applications
• Develop and implement transportation policies and procedures
• Monitor transportation expenses, identifying areas for cost optimization
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet operational requirements
• Analyze transportation data to improve services and optimize routes.
• Ensure that maintain all the required data / records related to transport
• Implementing of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2004 and OSHAS 18001:2007 certifications within dept including sustainability drives.
• Transport Survey, Risk Assessment, Investigations and Emergency Management
Vendor and Contractor Management
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with external partners
• Ensure that all vendors and contractors adhere to company standards and policies
• Evaluate vendor performance and address any issues or concerns promptly
Budgeting and Financial Management
• Prepare and manage the budget
• Timely accrual and vendor payment
• Monitor expenditures and identify opportunities for cost savings
• Provide regular financial reports and updates to senior management.
Education, Technical Skills & Other Critical Requirement
Education
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5-8 years of experience in transport management
Experience
(In Years)
5-8 years
Technical Skills
Skills and Competencies-

• Fleet & vendor management
• Cost optimization
• Regulatory compliance & Data analysis
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Risk Assessment, Investigations, Emergency Management & BCP

Personal Attributes-

• Detail-oriented and proactive in identifying and addressing issues.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.

Working Conditions

• This position may require occasional weekend work to address emergency situations or complete critical tasks.
• The Facilities Candidate must be available to respond to facility-related emergencies on a 24/7 basis.

About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2025 "World's Most Admired Companies" and Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces™ for 2024, MetLife , through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
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