Job Description

Position:

Fleet Maintenance Executive

Location:

Mumbai

Experience Required:

Minimum 3 years

Industry:

Cold Chain Transportation / Temperature-Controlled Logistics

Position Overview

We are looking for a skilled and reliable

Fleet Maintenance Executive

to oversee the maintenance, servicing, and upkeep of our cold chain transportation vehicles and reefer units. The ideal candidate should have hands-on knowledge of reefer systems, truck maintenance, vendor coordination, and preventive maintenance planning. This role is crucial for ensuring vehicle safety, temperature compliance, and uninterrupted fleet operations.

Key Responsibilities - Vehicle & Reefer Maintenance

Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of trucks, reefer units, and mounted containers. Inspect vehicles regularly to identify mechanical issues, temperature faults, or breakdown risks. Coordinate reefer servicing, calibration, gas refilling, compressor checks, and electrical repairs. Ensure timely repair of breakdown vehicles and minimize downtime.

Vendor & Workshop Coordination

Coordinate with authorized service centers, workshops, and spare suppliers for vehicle and reefer repairs. Negotiate pricing, compare quotations, and evaluate quality of vendor work. Ensure availability of critical spare parts and maintain an updated inventory list.

Compliance & Safety

Maintain vehicle documents--PUC, insurance, fitness, permits, and statutory compliance. Ensure reefer units meet temperature, calibration, and hygiene standards. Conduct safety checks on brakes, tyres, lights, engine oil, coolant, and electrical systems.

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain detailed records of maintenance schedules, service history, and repair logs. Track fuel usage, mileage, frequent breakdown patterns, and maintenance costs. Prepare weekly and monthly maintenance MIS reports for management review.

Coordination with Operations

Work closely with fleet operations team to plan downtime and schedule servicing without disrupting dispatch. Support drivers with technical guidance in case of breakdowns during transit. Monitor GPS alerts and reefer temperature alarms to take timely action.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Minimum

3 years of experience

in fleet or reefer maintenance (cold chain preferred). Strong mechanical knowledge of trucks, reefer units (Thermo King, Carrier, Zanotti, etc.), and diesel engines. Hands-on experience with electrical systems, cooling units, and preventive maintenance processes. Proficient in MS Excel, reporting, and documentation. Ability to handle emergency breakdowns efficiently. Strong coordination and follow-up skills.

Key Competencies

Technical expertise in vehicle & reefer systems Problem-solving and quick decision-making Vendor negotiation and management Attention to detail Time and cost management Reliability and accountability
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?15,363.52 - ?30,152.40 per month

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Work Location: In person