JOB DESCRIPTION: PROJECT MANAGER
Project: Provision of
Third-Party Contract for Repair, Maintenance and Fleet Management Services
Duty Station: Somalia, with coordination across designated operational sectors and support locations
1. Job Purpose
To provide overall leadership, coordination and accountability for the delivery of repair, maintenance and fleet management services. The Project Manager will oversee technical operations, workshop performance, fleet readiness, personnel and resource
coordination, and service delivery in accordance with contractual obligations and applicable technical standards.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Project Leadership and Service Delivery
- Serve as the primary point of accountability for service delivery under the contract.
- Lead and coordinate the implementation of repair, maintenance, overhaul, upgrade and fleet management activities.
- Coordinate operational activities across workshops, sectors and deployment locations.
- Ensure operational priorities support vehicle and equipment availability and
readiness.
B. Maintenance and Workshop Operations
- Oversee maintenance, repair, recovery and technical support activities for vehicles, heavy equipment and specialist systems.
- Ensure preventive maintenance schedules and corrective maintenance activities are
coordinated and implemented. - Monitor maintenance workflows and operational performance to minimize equipment
downtime. - Provide technical leadership and support for complex maintenance and repair issues.
C. Fleet Readiness and Asset Availability
- Oversee fleet readiness, equipment availability and the coordination of resources
across operational locations. - Coordinate with the Fleet Manager and Maintenance Operations Manager to support
effective equipment deployment and utilization. - Monitor operational issues affecting fleet availability and facilitate timely corrective action.
- Support vehicle and equipment recovery arrangements where required.
D. Spare Parts and Logistics Coordination
- Oversee coordination of spare-parts forecasting, availability and logistics support for maintenance operations.
- Coordinate with procurement, warehouse and technical teams to ensure required
materials and parts are available. - Support supplier and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) engagement for
technical support and maintenance requirements. - Promote effective management of maintenance resources and supply chains.
E. Personnel and Resource Management
- Coordinate technical and operational teams to ensure effective service delivery.
- Oversee personnel readiness and resource allocation in support of maintenance and
fleet operations. - Promote collaboration between maintenance, planning, logistics and other
operational functions. - Address resource constraints and operational challenges that could affect service
delivery.
F. Performance Monitoring and Reporting
- Monitor operational performance, fleet availability, maintenance progress and service delivery.
- Coordinate with relevant managers to obtain accurate operational information and resolve performance issues.
- Maintain oversight of operational risks and issues affecting delivery of the contract.
- Provide appropriate progress and operational reports to company management and the
client in accordance with contractual reporting requirements.
G. Quality, Compliance and Continuous Improvement
- Ensure maintenance and technical activities adhere to applicable UN technical standards and contract requirements.
- Oversee compliance with established operational procedures and maintenance practices.
- Promote improvements in workflows, technical support, equipment readiness and
operational efficiency. - Coordinate technical decision-making and inspection activities to support reliable
and high-quality service delivery.
H. Client and Stakeholder Coordination
- Maintain effective coordination with representatives and relevant operational stakeholders.
- Facilitate resolution of service delivery issues and technical or logistical constraints.
- Coordinate supplier, OEM and internal departmental engagement where necessary to
maintain service continuity.
3. Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering.
- Bachelor of Computer Engineering.
- Twenty (20) years of total and relevant experience.
- Extensive experience in fleet maintenance, workshop operations, armored vehicle
systems and technical operations. - Experience leading maintenance, repair, recovery, overhaul and upgrade programmes.
- Experience coordinating spare-parts forecasting, logistics, personnel readiness and
asset availability across multiple locations. - Experience in a United Nations mission environment.
4. Key Working Relationships
- Internal: Contracts Manager, Maintenance Operations Manager, Fleet Manager, Workshop Manager, Project Planning Officer, Sector Coordinators, warehouse and
logistics personnel. - External: Suppliers, OEM representatives and other service providers, as required.
How to Apply: Interested
and qualified candidates should submit their CV via email to: rmbugua@raints.com