Fleet Operations Lead, Pretoria - Hybrid Role

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Vehicle use allowance

Mobile allowance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Delivery Fleet Manager to oversee the Pretoria fleet, optimize routes, manage drivers, and ensure safe, on-time deliveries across Gauteng.

The role blends on-site leadership with remote planning, requires at least 5 years in fleet or logistics supervision, a valid PDP, and hands-on use of fleet software and GPS tracking to drive efficiency and cost savings.

Qualifications

• Valid South African driver’s license (PDP).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in fleet management or logistics operations with supervisory responsibilities.
• In-depth knowledge of Pretoria, Gauteng road networks and traffic patterns.
• Experience with fleet management software and GPS tracking systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze operational data and implement data-driven solutions.
• Flexibility to work in a hybrid model balancing on-site and remote duties.
• Proactive approach to safety management and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily delivery fleet operations in Pretoria, ensuring timely deliveries.
• Lead, train and motivate drivers, fostering safety, performance, and customer service.
• Develop and implement optimized delivery routes and schedules to maximize efficiency and reduce costs.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance programs, ensuring safety, compliance and minimal downtime.
• Monitor fleet performance using telematics and data analytics to identify improvements.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies for drivers and vehicles.
• Manage fuel consumption, implement cost-saving measures and control expenses.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve delivery-related issues promptly.
• Collaborate with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure seamless integration of delivery operations.
• Prepare regular performance reports for senior management highlighting key metrics.

Skills

Fleet management

Leadership

Data analysis

GPS tracking

Telematics

Operational planning

Tools

Fleet management software

GPS tracking systems

Telematics platforms

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Delivery Fleet Manager to oversee the Pretoria fleet, optimize routes, manage drivers, and ensure safe, on-time deliveries across Gauteng.

The role blends on-site leadership with remote planning, requires at least 5 years in fleet or logistics supervision, a valid PDP, and hands-on use of fleet software and GPS tracking to drive efficiency and cost savings.