Dispatch Operations Lead - Logistics & Fleet (Pretoria)

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Leadership development

Company-provided vehicle

Travel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Dispatch Manager to lead Pretoria's dispatch operations, coordinating a team of dispatchers and ensuring the timely movement of vehicles and goods.

You will develop strategies to optimize routes, schedules, and resource utilization while maintaining strict safety standards and compliance. This role demands strong leadership, organization, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment delivering reliable service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in dispatch management or transportation coordination.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all daily dispatch activities, ensuring efficient and timely transportation of goods.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of dispatchers to achieve operational targets.
• Develop and implement dispatch strategies to optimize routes, schedules, and resource utilization.
• Monitor driver performance and adherence to schedules, addressing any deviations promptly.
• Maintain clear and effective communication channels between drivers, management, and clients.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies governing transportation operations.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics

Fleet management

Routing software

Problem-solving

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Dispatch software

Tools

Dispatch software

Routing software

Fleet management software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Dispatch Manager to lead Pretoria's dispatch operations, coordinating a team of dispatchers and ensuring the timely movement of vehicles and goods.

You will develop strategies to optimize routes, schedules, and resource utilization while maintaining strict safety standards and compliance. This role demands strong leadership, organization, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment delivering reliable service.