Fleet Controller Position

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

Job summary

Greys Recruitment in Durban is seeking a Fleet Controller to manage vehicle and driver dispatch, ensure compliance with statutory requirements and maintain fleet efficiency. The role requires 2-5 years in a Fleet Controller position, Navis experience, and strong Excel proficiency.

The candidate must hold a valid driver’s license, work under pressure, and provide excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Durban-based, with day/night shift rotation and long hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is required.
• 2 - 5 years of relevant work experience in a Fleet Controller role.
• 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.

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 inspection completed by drivers, evaluate defects based on severity and report to 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. Dayshift/night shift rotation
• Answer the telephone for fleet enquiries, responding to calls within the 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

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Ability to work under pressure

Time management

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Navis

Fleet management software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A transport logistics and warehousing company based in Durban requires the services of a Fleet Controller Position

Qualification

• Grade 12 (required)
• 2 - 5 years of relevant work experience in a Fleet Controller role.
• 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

Duties & 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 inspection completed by drivers, evaluate defects based on severity and report to 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. Dayshift/night shift rotation
• Answer the telephone for fleet enquiries, responding to calls within the 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.

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