Transport Head – School Transportation Management

About the role

The Transport Head will lead all aspects of school transportation, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant travel for students and staff. This senior position oversees a large fleet, coordinates daily operations, and drives continuous improvement in safety and service quality.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all school buses and transport operations.
• Plan, monitor, and adjust bus routes, schedules, and daily operations.
• Ensure student safety during pick‑up and drop‑off.
• Supervise drivers, attendants, transport coordinators, and support staff.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance, servicing, fitness, insurance, permits, PUC, and other statutory documents.
• Maintain compliance with RTO regulations and school transport safety guidelines.
• Monitor GPS tracking, CCTV, speed control, and other bus safety systems.
• Handle transport‑related complaints, breakdowns, emergencies, accidents, and alternative arrangements.
• Track fuel consumption, vehicle performance, and transport expenses.
• Coordinate with vendors for maintenance and service requirements.
• Prepare MIS, operational, and budget reports.
• Conduct regular inspections and safety audits of buses.
• Develop and implement SOPs and safety procedures.
• Coordinate transportation for school events, excursions, and special programs.

Required profile

• Graduate or Bachelor's degree; preferably in Automobile, Logistics, Transport Management, or related field.
• 15–20 years of relevant experience, preferably in large‑scale fleet or school transportation management.
• Experience managing 300+ commercial/school vehicles.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance, RTO regulations, safety standards, GPS and fleet management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem‑solving, and team‑management skills.

Required skills

• GPS tracking systems
• CCTV monitoring
• Vehicle maintenance management
• RTO regulatory compliance
• Fleet management software