Transport Supervisor (Funeral Home)

Role Overview

The Transport Supervisor oversees the vehicles and drivers that support removals, hospital transfers, funeral processions, repatriations and travel between counties. Based at the funeral home on Mbagathi Road in Nairobi, this full-time, on-site role keeps transport arrangements organised, vehicles road-ready and service professional and discreet during difficult moments for families.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily dispatches for hearses, removal vans and staff transport, responding to scheduled services and urgent requests.
• Organise routes and departure times across Nairobi and for inter-county journeys, keeping track of schedule changes and vehicle availability.
• Check vehicles before deployment for cleanliness, fuel, general condition and readiness for service.
• Supervise drivers across day and night shifts, maintaining duty rosters, shift handovers and standby coverage.
• Communicate and uphold expectations for safe driving, approved routes, punctuality, discretion and respectful conduct with clients.
• Arrange preventive servicing and repairs with mechanics and garages, and follow up on breakdowns, tyre changes and other vehicle issues.
• Check that vehicle insurance, inspection records and road licences are current, and monitor GPS information and fuel efficiency.
• Keep accurate records of vehicle use, mileage, fuel, routes, service allocations, maintenance costs and incidents; prepare regular operating reports.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Diploma in logistics, transport management, supply chain management, business administration or a related discipline.
• Three to five years of experience in fleet management, transport coordination or logistics supervision.
• Valid Kenyan driving licence, with Class B as the minimum stated requirement. A BCE endorsement and clean driving record are an advantage.
• Strong working knowledge of Nairobi roads, major Kenyan highways and county destinations; familiarity with airport cargo logistics is also required.
• Ability to lead drivers fairly across irregular shifts and maintain clear standards for safety and professional conduct.
• Careful, methodical approach to scheduling, vehicle checks, maintenance follow-up and record keeping.
• Composure, discretion and empathy when coordinating transport in a sensitive service environment.

What We Offer / Why Join

The role offers a monthly remuneration of KSh 40,000. It is a full-time, on-site position in Nairobi, with rotational or emergency shift coordination as operational needs require.