Fleet Operations Lead — Efficiency & Maintenance

Pnet; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire Bricks in Bloemfontein is seeking an experienced Fleet Manager to oversee and coordinate the company’s vehicle fleet. The role emphasizes efficient operations, safety, and accuracy in record-keeping within a fast-paced environment.

You will work with drivers and service providers, plan maintenance, monitor costs, and ensure compliance with fleet and safety requirements while maintaining load accuracy and timely invoicing.

Qualifications

• Previous fleet management experience essential.
• Relevant field expertise and practical fleet knowledge.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the company's vehicle fleet and related activities.
• Ensure vehicles are maintained, serviced and kept in good working condition.
• Coordinate fleet operations and monitor vehicle usage.
• Ensure compliance with relevant fleet, safety and operational requirements.
• Assist with planning and coordinating vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Monitor fleet-related costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Maintain accurate fleet records and documentation.
• Work closely with drivers, management and relevant service providers.
• Handle multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Assist in working out load weights and join invoices to fit correctly on loads.

Skills

Fleet management

Organisational skills

Communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Driver coordination

Job description

Empire Bricks in Bloemfontein is seeking an experienced Fleet Manager to oversee and coordinate the company’s vehicle fleet. The role emphasizes efficient operations, safety, and accuracy in record-keeping within a fast-paced environment.

You will work with drivers and service providers, plan maintenance, monitor costs, and ensure compliance with fleet and safety requirements while maintaining load accuracy and timely invoicing.