Fleet Operations & Maintenance Role

Location: Hyderabad

About Lithium Urban Technologies:

Lithium Urban Technologies is a pioneer in zero-emission mobility solutions, operating one of the     largest 100% electric vehicle (EV) fleets in India. We are committed to driving innovation in sustainable transportation while delivering excellence in operational efficiency and fleet uptime

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly skilled and data-driven Fleet Operations & Maintenance Manager to oversee our 4-wheeler electric vehicle fleet in Hyderabad. The ideal candidate will be responsible for real-time performance monitoring, predictive and preventive maintenance, and driving operational excellence through digital tools and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities
•    Manage and monitor the performance of a 4-wheeler EV fleet across the assigned city.
•    Implement predictive and preventive maintenance strategies using real-time data.
•    Analyse fault codes and usage data to reduce breakdowns and extend asset life.
•    Coordinate with vendors, service centres, and internal maintenance teams to ensure quick turnaround times.
•    Maintain charging infrastructure and monitor energy consumption and charging schedules.
•    Use fleet management and CMMS tools (e.g., FMD, Fleet Complete, Fleetio) to track service records, costs, and availability.
•    Report on KPIs related to downtime, repair cycles, parts usage, and vendor performance.

Technical Skills

1.    EV Systems Knowledge
o    Understanding of EV drivetrains, batteries, BMS (Battery Management Systems), and charging infrastructure.
o    Knowledge of EV maintenance cycles and failure points.
2.    Telematics & Fleet Management Software
o    Experience with systems like FMD/Dashboard and Fleet Complete for real-time vehicle tracking and diagnostics.
3.    Charging Infrastructure Management
o    Understanding of different charging solutions (AC/DC fast charging), load management, and station maintenance.
4.    Data Analysis & Predictive Maintenance
o    Ability to analyze vehicle data (e.g., fault codes, usage patterns) to predict and prevent breakdowns.

Operational Skills

1.    Preventive Maintenance Scheduling
o    Developing and implementing routine check-ups and predictive maintenance schedules.
2.    Downtime Root Cause Analysis
o    Identifying reasons for vehicle downtime and implementing fixes at process or system levels.
3.    Parts & Inventory Management
o    Ensuring availability of critical components for quick repair and reducing waiting time.
4.    Vendor & Service Coordination
o    Managing contracts and SLAs with service providers to ensure rapid response and repair.

Digital & Analytical Tools

1.    Excel / Google Sheets (Advanced)
o    For custom downtime dashboards, maintenance logs, cost tracking.
2.    Office other Task
o    For building analytics on downtime trends, repair cycles, etc.
3.    CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
o    Tools like FMD or Fleetio to track, log, and schedule maintenance efficiently.

Soft Skills & Leadership

1.    Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
o    Making data-driven decisions to avoid repeat issues.
2.    Cross-Functional Communication
o    Coordinating between drivers, maintenance teams, and OEMs.
3.    Change Management
o    Implementing new processes or tech to reduce downtime without disrupting operations.
4.    Sustainability Mindset
o    Aligning fleet decisions with ESG goals (like reducing emissions, optimizing energy use).