Description:
Fleet Operations Management
Plan and coordinate daily dispatching of car carrier trucks. Manage routing, trip scheduling, and truck utilisation to reduce empty kilometres. Monitor trip progress, delays, border crossings, and turnaround times. Ensure correct driver allocation based on vehicle configuration and competence.Driver Management & Supervision
Manage drivers, rosters, performance, and discipline. Resolve driver issues, behaviour matters, and ensure compliance with SOPs. Identify training needs and ensure drivers are trained and assessed.Safety, Compliance & RTMS
Enforce compliance with transport legislation, company safety standards, and RTMS requirements. Ensure all trucks undergo RTMS inspections before entering operation. Monitor Drive Cam events and ensure coaching is completed within required timeframes. Ensure PPE compliance, pre-trip inspections, and safe working procedures.Loading Quality & Vehicle Damage Control
Oversee vehicle loading correctness on all configurations. Ensure correct positioning, strapping, and quality checks are done. Verify photographic evidence for load plans and report any loading risks. Investigate vehicle damages and ensure corrective and preventative actions are implemented.Fuel & Cost Control
Monitor fuel consumption and investigate variances. Ensure compliance with refuelling procedures and report faulty tags/pumps. Assist in implementing cost-saving initiatives to improve fleet efficiency.Vehicle Maintenance & Breakdown Management
Coordinate planned services, repairs, breakdowns, and preventative maintenance. Follow up with workshops to reduce downtime and ensure timely release of vehicles. Required QualificationsEducation
Matric / Grade 12 (minimum). Diploma/Degree in Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain, or similar. RTMS training or certification (advantage).Experience
57 years fleet control/transport operations experience (car carrier highly preferred). 23 years supervisory or managerial experience. Proven experience in driver management, safety compliance, loading quality, and route planning.Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership and people management. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Good knowledge of transport legislation. Ability to work under pressure and manage high-volume operations. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Competent in Excel, reporting, tracking sy
19 Dec 2025;
from:
gumtree.co.za