Job Description
A member of the David Pieris Group of Companies, David Pieris Logistics (Private) Limited (DPL) covers the entire spectrum of supply chain management solutions in Sri Lanka. With over two decades of industry experience, DPL has an extensive footprint in warehousing, logistics and international freight forwarding covering 3PL & 4PL services. Backed by 400 employees, the company offers customised end-to-end integrated logistics solutions to a diverse clientele with constantly evolving requirements.
EXECUTIVE NIGHT OPERATIONS
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the real-time scheduling and availability of drivers and helpers through the system.
- Allocate and dispatch company and outsourced vehicles to ensure timely job execution and customer deliveries.
- Monitor ongoing jobs, driver compliance, working hours, rest periods, and transportation regulations.
- Ensure vehicles are properly equipped with required safety gear, fuel, port permits, lashing gear, and other operational requirements.
- Oversee night-shift operations, premises, documentation, and timely collection of job-related documents.
- Coordinate with drivers, helpers, and relevant teams to resolve operational issues and ensure smooth, compliant logistics operations.
REQUIREMENTS
- A Degree/Diploma or professional qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field will be an added advantage.
- Minimum 2 - 3 years of experience in logistics, transport operations, fleet management, or a related field.
- Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Ability to work night shifts and manage operations independently.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
If you feel that this role is for you, send in a detailed resume along with two non-related referees by email, to reach us within 07 days of this advertisement indicating the position applied for, in the email’s subject line.
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Head of Human Resources
D P Logistics (Private) Limited
No. 941, Pannipitiya Road, Pelawatte Battaramulla
Email: careers@dplcom.com