Fleet Manager

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Medical and life insurance

Company vehicle allowance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Fleet Manager to oversee a large fleet in Welkom. You will drive maintenance, fuel efficiency, regulatory compliance, and driver performance to ensure uptime and cost-effectiveness. Implement modern fleet technologies and processes to support safe and efficient transportation.

The role requires proven fleet management experience, strong leadership, and the ability to optimize costs while maintaining high safety standards within the organization.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in fleet management or related logistics.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance, regulatory compliance.
• Experience with budgeting and cost control.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Familiarity with fleet management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the company's vehicle fleet, including acquisition, maintenance, and disposal.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize fleet performance, reduce operating costs, and improve fuel efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies related to fleet operation.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance schedules and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime.
• Manage driver performance, training, and adherence to company policies.

Skills

Fleet management

Budget control

Leadership

Communication

Driver management

Tools

Fleet software

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a strategic and proactive Fleet Manager to oversee their extensive fleet operations in Welkom . This role demands expertise in managing vehicle maintenance, optimizing fuel efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing drivers to maintain operational uptime and cost-effectiveness. You will be instrumental in implementing modern fleet management technologies and processes to support the company's transportation and logistics needs efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the company's vehicle fleet, including acquisition, maintenance, and disposal.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize fleet performance , reduce operating costs, and improve fuel efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies related to fleet operation.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance schedules and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime.
• Manage driver performance, training, and adherence to company policies.

Requirements

• Significant experience in fleet management or a related transportation/logistics role.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance, repair, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with fleet management software is a plus, located in Welkom .

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and life insurance.
• Company vehicle allowance or company car.
• Professional development opportunities in fleet operations .
• A challenging and rewarding role within a key industry.