Director: (Transport, Fleet, Business Operations) Logistical Services

4 days ago

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Durban University of Technology Full time

DUT has approximately 33,000 students, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) is the first choice for higher education in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). It is located in the beautiful cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg (PMB). As a University of Technology, it prioritises the quality of teaching and learning by ensuring its academic staff possess the highest possible qualification that they can get.

The Durban University of Technology is a result of the merger in April 2002 of two prestigious technikons, ML Sultan and Technikon Natal. It was named the Durban Institute of Technology and later became the Durban University of Technology in line with the rest of the universities of technology.

DUT, a member of the International Association of Universities, is a multi-campus university of technology at the forefront of higher education, technological training, research, and innovation. In alignment with DUT's strategy ENVISION 2030, the University would like to see its people (staff, students etc) become entrepreneurial and innovative.

In 2020, DUT was ranked amongst the Top 500 Universities globally, and 10th for citations globally and 5th Nationally.

DUT has six Faculties: Accounting and Informatics, Applied Sciences, Management Sciences, Engineering and the Built Environment, Health Sciences, and Arts & Design.

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Post: Director: (Transport, Fleet, Business Operations) Logistical Services

(5-year renewable contract)

Minimum Requirements

  • An Honour's Degree (NQF Level 8) in (Transport and Fleet Management, Business Operations – PREFERRED) OR Logistics Management OR Business Management OR related field.
  • 6 to 10 years' experience as a senior manager responsible for operations and/or transport, fleet services.
  • Prior experience in managing transport, fleet, operations.
  • Experience in management of routes scheduling and maintenance of insourced/outsourced services.
  • Strategic planning background in relation to all facets of logistical services (transport, fleet) area of business operation.
  • Exposure to the development of budgets, cost control, and related budgetary management.
  • Management of human capital, performance management, absenteeism, and disciplinary processes.
  • Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and organisational abilities.

Summary of Duties:
  • Develop and implement integrated transport, fleet, operations management systems/strategy to support Institutional strategy/objectives.
  • Direct transport, fleet, operations plans which ensure proper coordination to connect business services across the board to maximise returns while providing strong support to operations in adherence to performance standards.
  • Strategically plan and manage transportation and fleet services.
  • Ensure Integrated Planning amongst all Logistics: Transport & Fleet Infrastructure and Operational Stakeholders.
  • Manage the planning and/or implementation of logistics projects and improvement of processes.
  • Ensure that all logistics solutions are fully integrated.
  • Develop and implement strategies and best practices within the function for purposes of enhancing service delivery and efficiencies.
  • Investigate and introduce/implement new and automated or digital ways of delivering the logistics function in line with required labour, service levels, costs and customer needs.
  • Advise on the development of a logistics operating model and value chain that enhances the logistics function and optimizes productivity of the human capital.
  • Facilitate the ability of logistical services to remain technologically competitive.
  • Implement a centralised transport/fleet management system.
  • Oversee the continuous development and implementation of Logistical Information System, maintenance and functionality of the system.
  • Plan driver resource strategically, tactically and operationally to utilise fleet to its maximum capacity.
  • Deploy appropriate controls and procedures to effectively and efficiently manage all aspects of customer service and communication.
  • Oversee cost control and performance, actively seeking to improve efficiency, reduce operating costs, increasing margin whilst meeting budget.
  • Manage the lease or outsource process and other logistics functions.
  • Ensure fleet, transport and logistical services are managed in accordance with the policies of the University, by rendering the following operational services.
  • Ensure availability of vehicles (internal or outsourced) through effective servicing programme and other means.
  • Manage the costs of running the fleet to the advantage of the university.
  • Allocate vehicles according to requirements ensuring best fit of vehicle to task.
  • Ensure proper maintenance of the fleet in accordance with standard operating procedure as agreed to with the service providers.
  • Direct the various functions of printing operations including graphic arts, photocopy, offset press, and bindery to achieve quality printing in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner.
  • Promote preventative maintenance as a strategy thus extending the operational life of printing and postal equipment.
  • Operate an independent mail service by ensuring that the University's mail service complies with rules and regulations in the receipt, handling and distribution of all classes of mail.
  • Analyse the HR plan, determine the relevant deliverables and set performance targets for the own team in the department.
  • Develop and implement performance management targets.
  • Manage the department in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements.
  • Complete management actions within the required time frames.
  • Monitor and evaluate the impact of own repartees development interventions on performance.

Contact Person: Miss LV Makhanya

Status of Position: Permanent

Salary: Market Related

To Apply

Please complete the application form attached on this advertisement or from DUT careers portal and send together with detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications, and a covering letter.

Kindly Note

Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered.

"While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University's equity policy." The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.

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