DBN Cartage Team Leader Controller

Greys Recruitment; South Africa; Presencial; ZAR 260.000 - 380.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Greys Recruitment is seeking a Fleet Controller with strong Navis experience and a track record in fleet or cartage control. The role requires leadership, Excel and ERP skills, and knowledge of Durban port operations.

You will oversee multiple desks, audit routes, monitor live systems, and drive efficiency in scheduling, fuel usage and cost optimisation, with day/night shifts as required.

Formación

• Grade 12 is required with relevant fleet or cartage control experience.
• Experience in leadership roles within operations or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of Navis and Durban port operations.
• Good computer literacy including Microsoft Excel and ERP usage.
• Familiarity with transport rates, trip costing and fuel efficiency.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the Local, Long Distance and Third Man desks with shift coverage.
• Audit route plans, vehicle allocations and dispatch times to meet client needs.
• Provide live ERP updates including Last Vehicle Position and driver registers.
• Monitor vehicle tracking, camera feeds and driver communications; escalate issues.
• Review driver and vehicle performance, gaps, delays and revenue implications.
• Analyse fuel consumption and variances; implement corrective actions.
• Assess routes and costs; propose improvements to pricing and utilisation.
• Coordinate with workshop on breakdowns, repairs, and downtime.
• Ensure complete trip documentation and accurate daily reports.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Fleet management

Route planning

Excel

Problem solving

Time management

Educación

Grade 12

Herramientas

Navis

ERP

Vehicle tracking

Camera monitoring

Fuel management systems

Descripción del empleo

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12.


• Relevant experience in fleet or cartage control, with demonstrated leadership ability.


• Navis experience and practical knowledge of Durban port operations.


• Strong computer literacy and practical Microsoft Excel skills.


• Experience using ERP, vehicle tracking, camera, and fuel management systems.


• Knowledge of transport rates, route planning, trip costing and fuel efficiency.


• Basic knowledge of truck and trailer repairs, maintenance and common mechanical faults.


• Strong communication, problem-solving and time-management skills.


• Ability to work under pressure, take ownership and manage multiple operational priorities.


• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle.


• Willingness to work rotating day and night shifts, weekends and extended hours under the agreed working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Local, Long Distance and Third Man desks, ensuring effective planning, monitoring and shift coverage.


• Audit route plans, vehicle allocations and dispatch times to meet client requirements, reduce empty running and maximise fleet utilisation.


• Ensure accurate live updates on the company’s ERP system, including Last Vehicle Position reports, trip execution, driver registers and device utilisation.


• Oversee vehicle tracking, camera monitoring, driver communication and the prompt escalation of operational or safety concerns.


• Audit driver and vehicle performance, including trip counts, turnaround times, delays, kilometres travelled and revenue generated.


• Monitor fuel consumption, idling, additional fuelling and diesel costs against sales; investigate variances and implement corrective action.


• Review client rates and trip costs, identify unprofitable work and recommend improvements to routes, pricing and resource utilisation.


• Coordinate with the workshop on breakdowns, repairs, servicing, outstanding defects and vehicle downtime.


• Address driver and controller performance through clear instructions, coaching, documented follow-up and escalation to management where required.


• Oversee Navis bookings, import last free days, export stack closures, container movements and delivery deadlines.


• Ensure complete trip documentation, effective handovers and accurate daily management reports.