Logistics Officer

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL VACANCY

Logistics Officer (Fleet & Transport)

Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Employment Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 25 September 2026

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so this role may close on or before the closing date.

Early applications are encouraged.

BGS is looking for a Logistics Officer to keep our vehicles, drivers and logistics support running safely, compliantly and cost-effectively across our field, regional, technical and commercial operations.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Transport & fleet operations: Coordinate daily transport for staff, equipment and field teams. Manage vehicle allocation, trip scheduling, drivers and third-party transport providers, including urgent call-outs.
• Asset registry & records: Maintain an accurate vehicle and logistics asset register and individual vehicle files. Run periodic physical verifications and reconcile them to the register.
• Procurement & disposal: Support vehicle acquisition from specification and quotations through to delivery, registration and handover. Coordinate approved disposals and replacements.
• Maintenance & repairs: Build and manage preventive maintenance schedules, work with approved workshops, review quotations and invoices, and minimise downtime.
• Compliance & safety: Track licences, insurance and inspections. Support incident investigations and insurance claims. Promote safe driving and control over vehicle keys and documents.
• Fuel & cost control: Monitor fuel usage against mileage, investigate variances, and report on fleet operating costs and budgets.
• Supplier & regional support: Manage logistics suppliers against agreed service levels and support regional teams with consistent fleet and transport controls.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transport Management, Business Administration, Operations Management or a related field (a professional qualification in logistics, supply chain or fleet management is an advantage)
• 3–5 years’ experience in logistics, fleet, transport, facilities or operations administration, preferably in a field-based or multi-site environment
• Hands-on experience with vehicle records, maintenance schedules, suppliers, insurance, licensing and statutory compliance
• Experience working with budgets, quotations, purchase orders and invoices
• Strong Excel/MS Office and reporting skills (ERP, fleet or asset-management system experience is a plus)
• A valid driver’s licence and a practical understanding of vehicle operations and maintenance
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail, communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to urgent operational needs
• High integrity and sound judgement when handling company assets and suppliers

HOW TO APPLY

Email your CV and a brief cover letter to careers@bgsgroup.co.zm with the subject line “Logistics Officer – [Your Name]” by 25 September 2026.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.

This vacancy is open to both internal and external candidates.

BGS is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

How to Apply

Apply by emailing: careers@bgsgroup.co.zm