Driver & Fleet Staff Manager - Logistics

About Shivtara Grain Milling Pvt. Ltd.

Shivtara Grain Milling Pvt. Ltd. carries on a century-old legacy established by the Sahuwala family since 1920. Operating 38 advanced milling units across India, processing over 2 million metric tonnes of wheat yearly, Shivtara is a formidable name in the flour milling sector. With three manufacturing facilities in Hyderabad, Vijayawada, and Warangal, along with distribution centers in Bangalore and Chennai, the company reaches millions of households through its own logistics network and strong retail and e-commerce partnerships across South India.

The company promotes a performance-oriented culture where your impact is valued above tenure or degrees. Leadership roles come with substantial ownership and direct access to senior management. Shivtara offers a blend of century-old stability with an ambitious, innovative approach toward the FMCG market.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

The Driver & Fleet Staff Manager will be responsible for leading and supervising the fleet workforce, including drivers, cleaners, and helpers across multiple locations. Key duties involve managing recruitment, training, discipline, and operational support to ensure optimum workforce productivity and regulatory compliance.

• Oversee and mentor drivers, cleaners, and support staff within the transport department.
• Strategize rosters, shifts, attendance, and leave planning to maintain adequate staffing levels.
• Lead recruitment processes including interviews, onboarding, and induction of fleet personnel.
• Verify legal documents like licenses, conduct background verification, and ensure adherence to statutory requirements.
• Monitor driver performance metrics such as trip completion rates, idle times, overtime, and overall utilization.
• Utilize GPS technology to track vehicle movements and investigate route deviations, delays, unauthorized stops, or speeding incidents.
• Provide coaching, counseling, and conduct performance appraisals for drivers.
• Implement company policies related to discipline and safety standards for driving.
• Organize and conduct regular safety training, toolbox meetings, and refresher sessions.
• Manage accident investigations and drive corrective measures.
• Maintain comprehensive employee records, including licenses, medical certifications, training logs, and disciplinary files.
• Collaborate closely with multiple internal teams including Operations, Dispatch, Workshop, HR, Finance, Security, and external bodies like RTO and insurance agencies.
• Generate and present timely MIS reports covering areas such as driver availability, productivity, attendance, recruitment, GPS exceptions, safety metrics, and workforce performance.

Candidate Profile

• Graduation degree is preferred.
• 7 to 10 years of experience managing transport operations, logistics teams, or sizable driver groups.
• Expertise in leading and developing driver and fleet support teams.
• Solid knowledge of GPS fleet tracking systems and transport regulations.
• Familiarity with recruitment, manpower planning, attendance monitoring, and employee discipline.
• Strong leadership qualities with excellent communication and people management capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data/reporting tools.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Managing driver and fleet personnel
• Planning manpower and scheduling shifts
• GPS tracking and fleet monitoring
• Ensuring compliance with transportation rules and safety regulations
• Recruitment and employee onboarding
• Performance and productivity management
• Conducting safety training and driver coaching
• Generating comprehensive MIS reports

What We Value

The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader who fosters a disciplined, engaged, and accountable transportation team. This person should confidently handle workforce challenges, leverage data-driven decision-making, and continuously improve operational outcomes, maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.