POSITION: TRANSPORT MANAGER
LOCATION: MUSGRAVE
REPORTS TO: CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Position Overview:
The Transport/Fleet Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Transport/Logistics Department. This responsibility will extend to developing strategies to ensure the efficient and cost-effective functioning of the service.
Qualifications:
Transport Management Diploma from a certified tertiary institution
A minimum of 5-8 years experience in the transportation/Fleet industry
Valid Drivers License
Preferred skills and experience:
Excellent command of the English language, both spoken and written
Prior experience working in a Transport office and managing a fleet of cars and bikes
Experience in scheduling routes, vehicle maintenance, and employee management
Strategic planning background in relation to the transport industry
Strong budgeting skills
Previous experience in working with a variety of GPS tracking, incident monitoring, video and incident applications
Car track experience would be advantageous
Strong computer skills
Responsibilities:
Day-to-day management of the transportation department
Management of fleet vehicles
Management of drivers and office administrative staff
Develop and be conversant of designated routes
Assist with the recruitment and hiring of new permanent and temporary staff
Conform to all South African government laws and regulations
Serve as a member of the Operations Management Team and attend weekly meetings
Prepare and submit monthly Board Reports to the CEO and CFO
Procurement of new vehicles
Processing of insurance claims
Working with vendors and suppliers, authorize and manage vehicle repairs, fleet cards, and maintenance
Keep current with and maintain an awareness of the Transport industry
Maintain safety standards to ensure compliance with insurance regulations, and develop a program of preventative safety
Complete insurance reports
Monitor and maintain the vehicle tracking and systems on the vehicles
Develop and monitor the Transport department operations and capital expense budgets
Communicate to parents with respect to inquiries, complaints, and special requests
Reconcile damages that require payroll deduction
Maintain accurate current year and historical transport department files
Other duties as may be assigned by the CEO and CFO
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