Transportation Operations Manager and Logistics Specialist

3 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Kontak Recruitment Full time

Company Overview

Kontak Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency that specializes in placing candidates in top industry positions. Our company values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our operations.

Salary

The salary for this position is estimated to be between R35 000 and R38 000 per month, depending on experience and qualifications.

Job Description

This role involves overseeing fleet operations and providing warehouse support for a logistics and transportation company. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, problem-solving abilities, and flexibility to handle diverse responsibilities and work hours.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Proven experience in fleet management and warehouse operations
  • Familiarity with CODE 14 tautliner vehicles and trailers
  • Strong organizational and planning skills for load, route, and fuel optimization
  • Excellent problem-solving and administrative skills
  • Ability to manage staff effectively and maintain discipline
  • Proficient in handling service schedules, compliance, and legal requirements
  • Competence in managing Drive-Cam and tracking systems
  • Strong communication skills for customer updates and issue resolution
  • Deadline-driven with a willingness to work long hours, including weekends, when required

Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Managing assets and staff to meet budget objectives
  • Maximizing vehicle utilization, including planning of loads, routes, fuel, and overnight locations
  • Ensuring compliance with Service Level Agreements
  • Investigating accidents/incidents and submitting documentation
  • Scheduling and ensuring servicing of equipment/machinery and updating COF plans
  • Maintaining high discipline levels and ensuring staff provide exceptional customer service
  • Handling administrative tasks and document control
  • Solving operational queries and issues
  • Preparing and submitting leave schedules without impacting customer needs
  • Generating and submitting monthly management reports
  • Assisting with breakdowns when necessary
  • Providing and collecting documents during customer load and offload operations
  • Providing ETAs for collections or deliveries involving the warehouse
  • Recording and reporting damages received on delivery vehicles
  • Updating customers on collection statuses from their clients
  • Planning and organizing routes and deliveries in advance


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