Daniel Hayford Oduro
TAKORADI
Summary
As an accomplished professional, I bring a proven track record in fleet management coupled with a dynamic approach to client relationship management. My core expertise lies in engaging with senior executives and key decision makers, where I excel at negotiating service agreements and cultivating enduring client partnerships. I am adept at navigating extended and complex sales cycles, demonstrating resilience and a steadfast commitment to continuous personal and professional development. My success is underpinned by strong self-discipline and unwavering motivation. Furthermore, my adaptability has been a key asset, particularly in remote working environments. In such settings, I confidently collaborate with transport leaders from prestigious firms, spanning various industries and regions, ensuring excellence in service delivery and client satisfaction. Well-rounded Fleet Manager with background spent coaching and training drivers, resulting in significant cost savings for employers. Bilingual employee with over 6 years of expertise regarding budgetary controls and asset management. Known for maintaining fleet and facility in top working order. Focused individual with a background ensuring that vehicle inspections are performed as required by federal regulations. A confident Fleet Manager with exemplary math, troubleshooting and testing skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tractor Operator
Ghana Rubber Estates Limited
2011.11 - 2024.08
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
- Operated hydraulic and mechanical controls to expertly move and control powerful attachments.
- Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
- Performed daily equipment inspections, ensuring optimal tractor performance and minimizing downtime.
- Assisted in training new team members on safe and productive tractor use, promoting a strong work culture.
- Supported irrigation efforts with precise water distribution using specialized tractor attachments.
- Increased crop yield through proper tractor usage and timely field maintenance.
- Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
- Improved soil fertility by incorporating organic matter with the use of manure spreaders attached to tractors.
- Pulled and safely maneuvered bush hogs to customer and public land.
- Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Maintained SAME tractor in good working order and regularly inspected and cleaned attachments.
- Contributed to sustainable farming practices through responsible use of tractors and related machinery.
- Collaborated with farm managers to develop effective plans for land preparation, planting, and harvesting activities.
- Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments.
Fleet Supervisor
Ghana Rubber Estates Limited
2017.08 - Current
- Spearheaded transport coordination within Agricultural sector, aligning vehicle scheduling with managerial requirements to optimize fleet utilization.
- Guaranteed optimal performance through diligent oversight of vehicle maintenance and repair schedules, ensuring fleet reliability and longevity
- Developed and led team of professional drivers, fostering culture of safety and efficiency in Transport and Maintenance Department
- Established and maintained effective communication channels with local government agencies, ensuring compliance and up-to-date documentation for transportation operations.
- Increased productivity and overall output by 28% through managing production times.
- Decreased operational incidents by 15% through frequent meetings and high-standards of safety protocols.
Mechanic
Ministry Of Food and Agriculture-Mechanization and Transport
2009.05 - 2011.09
- Expertly diagnosed mechanical and electrical issues in vehicles, tractors, and heavy-duty machinery within Mechanization and Transport sector in Accra, Ghana. Executed comprehensive routine maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of equipment. Skillfully repaired and replaced malfunctioning components, restoring functionality and reliability.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Raised safety standards for vehicles by performing comprehensive brake system repairs and replacements.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Maintained safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
- Maintained accurate records of completed work orders, ensuring transparency for customers and management alike.
- Calculated costs of materials and labor to detailed repair estimates.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt diagnosis and resolution of complex mechanical issues.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Expanded knowledge of automotive technology by attending professional development workshops, staying current with industry advancements.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORT MANAGEMANET
High School Diploma -
06.2007
Skills
- Team Management
- Client Relationship Management
- Communication
- Leadership
- Organized
- Collaboration
- Vehicle Diagnosing
- Tractor Operating
- Forklift Operating
- Vehicle Driving
- Microsoft Excel
- SAP
- Transport Planning
- Fleet Maintenance Scheduling
- Expense Tracking
- Time management mastery
- Driver Training and Development
- Fuel efficiency strategies
Certification
- International Certificate in Logistics and Transport, Logistics and Transport Management
- Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics Works, Motor Vehicle Mechanics Works, Top 10% of graduating class
Languages
English
Personal Information
- Passport Number: G4734228
- Driving License: CE
References
- Mr. Emmanuel Essah Agyemang, Ministry Of Food and Agriculture-Mechanization and Transport, +233206007183
- Mr. Eyram Isaac K. Dordey, Ghana Rubber Estates Limited, +2330202028215, Eyram@grel-siph.com
- Mr. Kwabena Otu Mensah, Ghana Rubber Estates Limited, +233202028241, Kwabena@grel-siph.com
Training
- Ghana Rubber Estates Limited: Defensive Driving and Road Safety
- Ghana Rubber Estates Limited: Effective Supervisory and Leadership Skills
- Ghana Rubber Estates Limited: Fire Warden
- Ghana Rubber Estates Limited: Microsoft Excel Application
- Ministry Of Food and Agriculture/Mechanization and Transport: Safe Tractor Operating and Maintenance
Timeline
Fleet Supervisor - Ghana Rubber Estates Limited
2017.08 - Current
Tractor Operator - Ghana Rubber Estates Limited
2011.11 - 2024.08
Mechanic - Ministry Of Food and Agriculture-Mechanization and Transport
2009.05 - 2011.09
Takoradi Technical University - Some College (No Degree), LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORT MANAGEMANET
Pentecost Technical Training Center - High School Diploma,