Fleet Manager – Zambia (Expat Opportunity)

Ad Talent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Fleet Manager to oversee large-scale fleet operations in Zambia. The role demands over 10 years of experience in fleet or transport management, alongside strong people management and data analytics skills. The successful candidate will manage a diverse team and significant fleet, ensuring efficiency and compliance in a high-output environment. A comprehensive expat package including housing and education support for children is offered.

Benefits

Fully furnished housing

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Education support for school-age children

One return flight home per year

Qualifications

• 10+ years of fleet or transport management experience, ideally in FMCG or manufacturing.
• Proven ability to manage large fleets in complex environments.
• Strong leadership and people management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large and diverse fleet across Zambia.
• Oversee drivers, workshop staff, and logistics teams.
• Reduce fleet costs through route optimisation and fuel management.

Skills

Fleet management

People management

Data analytics

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transport, or similar

Tools

Fleet management software

Job description

Who are we

A leading group operating across Africa in the manufacturing and FMCG sectors.

High-volume.

Fast-paced.

Quality-driven.

We're growing and looking for strong leadership in our logistics and transport operations.

Who are we looking for

An experienced, strategic, and hands-on Fleet Manager to lead large-scale fleet operations in Zambia.

Senior-level role

Must be commercially savvy and operationally strong

Comfortable managing teams across multiple sites

Confident working in a demanding, high-output environment

Able to bring structure, cost savings, and performance improvements

What will you do

• Manage a large and diverse fleet across Zambia
• Oversee drivers, workshop staff, and logistics teams
• Reduce fleet costs through route optimisation and fuel management
• Implement preventative maintenance schedules and compliance standards
• Track fleet performance using digital systems and reporting tools
• Ensure vehicle safety, licensing, and regulatory compliance
• Lead contracts and negotiations with suppliers and service providers
• Report to executive leadership on fleet KPIs and improvements
• Drive operational excellence across all transport and logistics functions

What do you need

• 10+ years of fleet or transport management experience (FMCG or manufacturing preferred)
• Proven ability to manage large fleets in complex environments
• Strong people management and leadership skills
• Solid understanding of vehicle maintenance, tracking systems, and logistics
• Proficiency in fleet management software and data analytics
• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transport, or similar
• Resilient, adaptable, and hands‑on with a strategic mindset
• Willing to relocate to Zambia (expat role)

Expat Package Includes:

• Fully furnished housing
• Company vehicle
• Fuel allowance
• Education support for school‑age children
• One return flight home per year