Assistant: Transport

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd; Middelburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd in Mpumalanga is seeking a Fleet Controller to ensure the company fleet is available daily, roadworthy, cost-efficient and on time. The role includes coordinating vehicle movements, reporting defects to TAC, and supporting after-hours breakdowns.

Candidates should have a Matric, a valid C1/EC1 license, at least 2 years fleet experience, and a technical background is advantageous. You must be punctual, detail-oriented and able to travel to suppliers when required.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent qualification.
• Valid C1 (EC1 advantageous) driver’s license.
• At least 2 years fleet experience.
• Technical background is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• To ensure all defects on vehicles are reported to TAC.
• Keep workshop bay and storeroom clean and tidy.
• Vehicles to be taken and fetched from suppliers.
• Report accidents and damages to TAC.
• Ensure all Pre and Post trip inspections are updated.
• Assist with after-hours breakdowns when required.
• Ensure daily refuelling of vehicles.
• Assist Transport Technical Assistant with minor repairs.

Skills

Accuracy / Attention to detail

Communication

Numerical ability

Organizing and Planning

Computer skills

Education

Matric or equivalent qualification

Technical background advantages

Tools

Driver's license C1

EC1 license advantageous

Job description

About Premier FMCG

Premier FMCG is at the heart of South Africa's FMCG industry, delivering trusted, iconic brands across our Bakery, Milling, Confectionery, Home & Personal Care and Culinary divisions. We are driven by innovation, collaboration, and a high-performance growth culture. We empower our people to strive for excellence ensuring that our products and people make a difference in the everyday lives of our consumers.

Job Purpose

To ensure the Premier fleet is available every day, roadworthy, cost effective and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• To ensure all defects on vehicles are reported to TAC


• Ensure workshop bay and storeroom are clean and tidy before leaving premises


• Vehicles to be taken and fetched from suppliers.


• Report Accidents and damages to TAC


• To ensure all Pre and Post trip inspections are removed from books in trucks and place them in file organizer in store


• Availability to assist with breakdowns (after hours)


• Ensure all vehicles are refuelled on a daily basis.


• Assist Transport Technical Assistant with minor repairs and Breakdown

Experience And Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent qualification


• Technical background Advantages


• Valid driver's license C1, EC1 will be advantage


• At least 2 years fleet experience

Skills and Competencies

• Accuracy / Attention to detail


• Communication


• Numerical ability


• Organizing and Planning


• Computer skills

Working Conditions

• Able to work in a high performance, results oriented environment


• Ability to deliver results through regional bakery teams


• Ability to travel when required


• Overtime will be expected from time to time


• Must have own transport


• Able to work in different roles within the department from time to time


• Energetic and physically fit


• Punctuality


• Reporting Skills

Diversity & Inclusion

Premier FMCG is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including people living with disabilities. By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act) for recruitment purposes