Cartage Controller – Jhb

Greys Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Greys Recruitment is seeking a Cartage Controller to coordinate and monitor cargo movement from collection through to delivery. You will dispatch vehicles, ensure fleet data is entered in real time, and ensure compliance with licenses and permits.

We require 2–5 years in cartage/logistics control, strong Excel skills, Navis experience, and the ability to work under pressure. The role may involve day and night shifts and requires excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (required).
• 2–5 years of relevant cartage or logistics control experience.
• Experience with exports and imports is advantageous.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience with Navis and the port.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Dispatching of vehicles and drivers to ensure customers’ expectations are met, and drivers are correctly instructed to carry out successful, efficient deliveries.
• Ensure all fleet operation activities are entered accurately and efficiently using the company’s fleet management software live.
• To ensure all vehicles and drivers comply with statutory requirements (Hazchem, license permit, etc.)
• Using daily pre-check vehicle inspections completed by drivers, evaluate defects based on severity and report to the workshop team.
• Tracking status updates via WhatsApp, email and/or telephone
• Fuel Management operations
• Liaise with the workshop team and third-party service providers to organise fleet maintenance tasks.
• Receive all breakdown calls and inform the Workshop team accordingly.
• Must be able to work long hours and under pressure. Day shift/night shift rotation
• Answer telephone for fleet enquiries, responding to calls within remit of responsibility professionally and efficiently.
• Always maintain Health and Safety in the workplace.
• To carry out other tasks that may be required for the company from time to time.
• Recognise and work within the winning behaviours of the organisation and display high standards of integrity and professionalism.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Under pressure

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Navis

Fleet management software

Job description

We are currently looking for a Cartage Controller to coordinate and monitor the movement of cargo from collection through to delivery.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 (required)
• 2 - 5 years of relevant work experience in Cartage Control, Fleet Control, Transport Control, or Logistics Coordination.
• Experience with exports and imports is advantageous.
• Advanced proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
• Valid driver’s license
• Experience with Navis and the port.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Dispatching of vehicles and drivers to ensure customers’ expectations are met, and drivers are correctly instructed to carry out successful, efficient deliveries.
• Ensure all fleet operation activities are entered accurately and efficiently using the company’s fleet management software live.
• To ensure all vehicles and drivers comply with statutory requirements (Hazchem, license permit, etc.)
• Using daily pre-check vehicle inspections completed by drivers, evaluate defects based on severity and report to the workshop team.
• Tracking status updates via WhatsApp, email and/or telephone
• Fuel Management operations
• Liaise with the workshop team and third-party service providers to organise fleet maintenance tasks.
• Receive all breakdown calls and inform the Workshop team accordingly.
• Must be able to work long hours and under pressure. Day shift/night shift rotation
• Answer telephone for fleet enquiries, responding to calls within remit of responsibility professionally and efficiently.
• Always maintain Health and Safety in the workplace.
• To carry out other tasks that may be required for the company from time to time.
• Recognise and work within the winning behaviours of the organisation and display high standards of integrity and professionalism.