Description:
Job Title: Technical Penalties Administrator (Fleet / Transport)
Also known as: Technical Compliance Officer or Fleet Contract Administrator
We are looking for a detail?oriented Administrator to manage technical penalties and ensure fleet compliance for a leading transport organisation. This hands?on role requires strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance, contracts, and workshop administration. The role is based in a workshop environment in Gauteng.
Requirements:
A minimum of 3-5 years' relevant experience, combining a background as a qualified Diesel Mechanic with technical administration, compliance, or contract management within a transport or workshop environment Qualified Diesel Mechanic (Trade Test Certificate essential) Grade 12 / Matric Computer literate (MS Office, particularly Excel) Diploma in Transport Management / Fleet Maintenance (advantageous) In-depth knowledge of transport contracts, vehicle specs, and penalty clauses (highly advantageous) Experience in technical administration and workshop environments Understanding of bus body structures (advantageous)Key Responsibilities:
Accompany officials during vehicle inspections and sign off on reports Record, scrutinise, and investigate all technical penalties Verify vehicle defects and review maintenance records (safety checks, services, CORs, breakdowns) Compile penalty reports and present findings to internal committees Contest technical penalties on behalf of the company Monitor daily bus availability, roadworthy certificates, licences, and permits Conduct random technical audits and report defects to the workshop Maintain detailed penalty and fleet compliance registers Liaise with workshop staff and external stakeholders