Fleet Manager Assistant

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid package

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Job stability

Exposure to fleet operations

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a Fleet Manager Assistant to support the management of a sizable vehicle fleet. You will handle administrative tasks, help schedule maintenance, and ensure vehicles, registrations, licenses, and insurance are up to date.

This role favors someone with strong organizational skills, familiarity with fleet management software and MS Office, good communication with drivers and vendors, and a proactive approach to compliance and cost control in a busy office

Qualifications

• Experience in fleet administration or related logistical support.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with fleet management software and Microsoft Office.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with drivers and vendors.
• Understanding of vehicle maintenance principles and SA traffic laws.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Fleet Manager in daily operations and administrative tasks.
• Schedule and coordinate vehicle maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
• Maintain records of vehicle registrations, licenses, and insurance.
• Monitor driver logs and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Liaise with external vendors for parts, services, and vehicle acquisitions.
• Prepare reports on fleet performance, fuel consumption, and maintenance costs.

Skills

Fleet administration

Scheduling

Vendor liaison

Office Suite

Fleet software

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Record keeping

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks an organized and proactive Fleet Manager Assistant to support the management of their extensive vehicle fleet in Pretoria . This role is integral to maintaining operational efficiency, ensuring all vehicles are compliant, maintained, and ready for deployment. You will assist with scheduling maintenance, tracking vehicle usage, managing driver documentation, and liaising with service providers. This position is perfect for an individual with strong administrative skills and an interest in the automotive and logistics sector, based in the administrative capital, Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Fleet Manager in daily operations and administrative tasks.
• Schedule and coordinate vehicle maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle registrations, licenses, and insurance.
• Monitor driver logs and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Liaise with external vendors for parts, services, and vehicle acquisitions.
• Prepare reports on fleet performance, fuel consumption, and maintenance costs.

Requirements

• Proven experience in fleet administration or a related logistical support role.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using fleet management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact with drivers and vendors.
• Understanding of vehicle maintenance principles and South African traffic laws.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a busy office environment.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary with potential for performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid package and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development in fleet management.
• A stable position within a well-established organization in Pretoria .
• Exposure to diverse aspects of fleet operations and management.