Trucking Operations Manager

About the role

Noatum Logistics Angola, a freight forwarder and logistics operator with an inland fleet of over 100 trucks, is looking for an experienced Trucking Operations Manager to lead its land transport division. You will oversee the day-to-day operations of the fleet, manage a team of drivers and ensure customers receive reliable service; there is also an opportunity to help grow the trucking business.

Key responsibilities

• Fleet management: oversee daily operations, routing and maintenance schedules of the trucking fleet for efficiency, safety and compliance with national regulations
• Driver management: lead, recruit, train and manage a team of drivers, promoting a culture of safety, accountability and high performance
• Customer management: act as the main operational contact for clients, ensure on-time deliveries, resolve bottlenecks and maintain customer satisfaction
• Business development (preferred): identify new opportunities, pitch inland transport solutions and help sell the trucking business to prospective clients

Required profile

• Valid work authorization for Angola or Angolan citizenship
• 5 to 10 years of hands-on experience in operational truck management (fleet, driver and customer management)
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills, and a deep understanding of the Angolan road network and logistics landscape
• Previous experience selling trucking and logistics services is highly preferred but not compulsory

Required skills

• Trucking and land transportation
• Road operations

What we offer

• Global exposure with international clients and cross-border projects
• Specialized expertise in high-value and regulated industries
• Professional growth in an international logistics environment
• A collaborative culture built on trust, ownership and operational excellence