Logistics and Fleet Engineer
Full time @NASECO Seeds Limited posted 1 day ago in Agriculture Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 20883
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Career Level Officer
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Experience 3 Years
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Gender Both
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Industry Agriculture
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
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Job Type Full time
Job Description
Reports to: Production Manager
Supervises: Truck Drivers/mechanics
Job Purpose
Oversee fleet operations, inspections, maintenance, safety, compliance, administration, supervision, and efficiency to support reliable seed transport from production sites to markets. Ensures trucks handle heavy loads safely and cost-effectively, integrating mechanical engineering with logistics coordination.
Duties and Responsibilities
Logistics & Fleet Power (Trucks)
- Operational Command: Plan routes, monitor real-time GPS tracking, and manage seasonal peaks
for our seed transport fleet. - Maintenance Mastery: Oversee pre/post-trip inspections and implement a rigorous preventive
maintenance schedule (diagnostics, brakes, tyres). - Technical Design and planning: Improve loading/offloading processes, modify vehicle loads for
equipment haulage, seed transport and optimize axle loads for regulatory compliance.
(UNRA/Traffic Laws)
- Resource Control: Manage the “Big Three” of logistics: Fuel (efficiency tracking), Tyres (life-cycle
analysis), and Spares (inventory management). - Agricultural Mechanization (Tractors & Harvesters)
- Ready for Season: Ensure tractors, planters, and combine harvesters are 100% operational
before the first rain hits. - Field Support: Execute rapid-response diagnostics during planting and harvest to minimize field
downtime. - Operator Excellence: Train and supervise tractor operators on daily fluid checks and safe tillage
practices.
Workshop Leadership & Strategy
- The Hub: Manage our central workshop, automating workflows and installing a job-card system
for total accountability. - Technical Supervision: Lead internal mechanics and manage specialist external vendors for high-
tech repairs (injection pumps/electronics). - Financial Intelligence: Prepare and defend the annual maintenance budget; conduct Total Cost
of Ownership (TCO) analysis for new fleet acquisitions.
Minimum Job Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.Experience: Minimum 3 years in fleet management, transport, or logistics (agricultural/heavy vehicles ferred).Competencies:
Computer/fleet software proficiency, Strong supervisory, communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills, Time management, attention to detail, integrity; ability to work under ressure/extended hours.Knowledge Requirements: HSE and OSH laws; cost control/budgeting, Ugandan transport regulations, weighbridge operations and Valid Class B/CE driving license for heavy commercial vehicles
How to apply:
If your qualifications and experience match the requirements for any of this role, please submit your application strictly via this email careers@nasecoseeds.com
Please attach Cover letter, cv and academic documents
The Closing date for receipt of applications will be 31st May 2026
All applications will be selected on merit and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews.
Human Resource Manager
Naseco (1996) Itd
Plot 21/23, Entebbe Road,
P.O Box 24137, Kampala Uganda
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