Manager, Transport, Road Logistics

2 weeks ago


Cape Town, South Africa DSV Full time

**DSV - Global transport and logistics**

Location: Cape Town
Job Posting Title: Manager, Transport, Road Logistics
Time Type: Full Time

**Main Purpose of The Role**:
Incumbent will be responsible for directing, coordinating, planning, and overseeing tasks and operations within the Transport Department. They are required to ensure the legal, social, and economic responsibilities relating to transport are met on behalf of DSV.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- 5 years Fleet Management Experience (Financial acumen, AARTO, NRTA, Total cost of ownership, Fleet Modelling)
- 3 years Supplier Management Experience
- Proficient in MS Office with advanced Excel skills

**Electives**:

- Knowledge of transport methods, costs, and benefits
- Analytical thinking skills
- Ability to work well with others
- Ability to manage a team
- Complex problem-solving skills
- Good attention to detail.

**Qualifications**:

- Matric (Essential)
- Relevant Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree or studying towards a relevant qualification (Advantageous)

**Computer packages**:

- MS Word (Advanced)
- MS Excel (Advanced)
- MS PowerPoint (Advanced)
- MS Outlook (Advanced)
- Exposure to Fleet Management Systems, Planning Systems

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Direct supervision and evaluating the work of employees as a first-line supervisor
- Responsible to evaluate whether a vehicle meets environmental standards, whether a vehicle should be re-assigned to better meet the needs of the Organization, whether a vehicle should be purchased, leased or disposed of
- Administers vehicle/equipment asset management processes from procurement to disposition
- Create vehicle purchase specifications
- Monitor purchasing, operational and replacement strategies and practices for most cost-effective operation
- Oversees the on campus fuelling stations. Reducing the Fleet’s carbon footprint and environmental impact
- Responsible for all aspects of fleet maintenance and repair. Preventative and Corrective maintenance adherence tracking
- Ensure compliance with all road traffic laws, vehicle licensing and roadworthiness
- Vehicle tracking monitoring and ensuring discipline is taken against offending drivers
- Fuel management with various suppliers. Fuel monitoring and discipline for over usage
- Manages various fleet systems to keep the fleet running at optimum performance
- Reporting to Senior Management on costs, optimization, fleet numbers and other relevant stats pertaining to the fleet
- Vendor management with all suppliers
- Monthly SLA meetings with suppliers and ensuring that all agreed SLA’s are met.
- Ongoing cost savings initiatives related to fleet
- Contractor management
- Accident Management
- Contractor payroll
- Cellular management - managing all cellular and data contracts pertaining to the Organization albeit day to day operations and queries, monthly billings and management reports

**DSV - Global transport and logistics**

DSV is a dynamic workplace that fosters inclusivity and diversity. We conduct our business with integrity, respecting different cultures and the dignity and rights of individuals. When you join DSV, you are working for one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. You’ll join a talented team of more than 75,000 employees in over 80 countries, working passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services. DSV aspires to lead the way towards a more sustainable future for our industry and are committed to trading on nature’s terms.

We promote collaboration and transparency and strive to attract, motivate and retain talented people in a culture of respect. If you are driven, talented and wish to be part of a progressive and versatile organisation, we’ll support you and your need to achieve your potential and forward your career.



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