Fleet Operations Manager

This is a Full Time Job

The Manager, Fleet Operations, is directly responsible for properly and efficiently carrying out the administration, logistics, maintenance and transportation functions of all Telemundo vehicles and lifts, a 100 unit fleet. The Manager, Fleet Operations is also responsible for implementing and providing direction and execution of NBCU Driver Safety Program and the annual driver record process as well as champions green fleet initiatives with sustainable improvements to lower footprint and emissions produced by operation.

Job Duties:
• Leads, supervises, and manages all drivers and fleet team personnel that support the various productions, including hiring and assigning work schedules
• Manages insurance policies and the overall maintenance of all the vehicles, registrations and leasing contracts
• Responsible for reviewing the assignation of vehicles required for each client and ensuring the cost are properly allocated.
• Keeps track of the route logs for all drivers and assignments
• Collaborates with each division/department leader and/or Producer to determine transportation requirements based on personnel and production needs daily
• Partners with production and finance teams to build budgets for projects
• Prepares a breakdown list of transportation requirements
• Oversees fleet personnel work assignations and verifies drivers properly check in and out
• Responsible for ensuring each driver is trained and properly licensed to operate the type of vehicle to which they are assigned
• Supervises the process of parking, loading and unloading all company vehicles
• Ensures all company vehicles are within proper and safe load limits, confirms each unit is operationally safe, fueled and ready for use
• Identifies replacement vehicles or workaround solutions if there are non-available
• Observes proper and adequate safety and protective procedure(s) for personnel and equipment being loaded and transported under prevailing highway and weather conditions.
• Participates in investigating accidents/incidents in which the vehicles are involved.
• Evaluates all transportation needs for NBCU Telemundo Enterprises, as well as sustainable solutions and green fleet technologies to lower fleet emissions.
• Responsible for the maintenance and repairs of all vehicles.
• Maintains familiarity with DOT regulations and remains up to date with legislation, rulings and other developments that affect fleet operations.
• Develops total cost fleet safety and benchmark reporting and targets, including physical damage, worker's comp, and liability costs.
• Evaluates, recommends and implements strategies on how to streamline, increase productivity and maintain safety in the fleet department operations.
• Provides periodic system training and communication updates.
• Participates in cross functional safety committee and provides details for objective measurements of the risk assessment portion of the program.
• Works under the direct supervision of the VP, Operations & Facilities and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by Manager

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration/management and a minimum of five years of experience in a transportation environment, or an equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Minimum of three years of managerial experience, with proven ability to effectively lead and organize a team.
• Must be fully fluent in English and Spanish (both written and verbal)
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web-based applications.
• Must be willing to facilitate personnel requirements including late and/or last-minute scheduling changes in a 24/7 production work environment.

Desired Characteristics
• Exceptional communication, time management, analytical and organizational skills
• Self-starter who exhibits ownership on assigned tasks and who will push for solutions that solve immediate problems while building towards long-term goals
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced, dead-line driven environment
• Accustomed to working in a team and collaborating with all levels within the organization
• Ability to build rapport with clients and manage expectations
• Ability to effectively be flexible in approach, and respond well to pressure
• Ability to lead and direct others, promote positive work environment and problem solves
• Process oriented, good at identifying and implementing best practices
• Change agent and continuous learner; creative and adaptable when facing challenges
• Demonstration of best-in-class customer service skills and strategic thinking
• Proven organizational skills with strong decision-making ability
• Customer service orientated

Additional Requirements:
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through the link below to be considered (note job #:      )
• Must be willing to work in Miami, Florida
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• As this is a critical operations position, candidate must be willing to work flexible hours including late and/or last-minute scheduling changes in a 24/7 production work environment
• Must be available to work (whenever necessary for show production) early mornings, evenings, holidays and weekends
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
• This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

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