Fleet Operations Leader - Cartage & Dispatch Control

Greys Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Greys Recruitment is seeking a Fleet Controller with strong Navis experience and a track record in fleet or cartage control. The role requires leadership, Excel and ERP skills, and knowledge of Durban port operations.

You will oversee multiple desks, audit routes, monitor live systems, and drive efficiency in scheduling, fuel usage and cost optimisation, with day/night shifts as required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is required with relevant fleet or cartage control experience.
• Experience in leadership roles within operations or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of Navis and Durban port operations.
• Good computer literacy including Microsoft Excel and ERP usage.
• Familiarity with transport rates, trip costing and fuel efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Local, Long Distance and Third Man desks with shift coverage.
• Audit route plans, vehicle allocations and dispatch times to meet client needs.
• Provide live ERP updates including Last Vehicle Position and driver registers.
• Monitor vehicle tracking, camera feeds and driver communications; escalate issues.
• Review driver and vehicle performance, gaps, delays and revenue implications.
• Analyse fuel consumption and variances; implement corrective actions.
• Assess routes and costs; propose improvements to pricing and utilisation.
• Coordinate with workshop on breakdowns, repairs, and downtime.
• Ensure complete trip documentation and accurate daily reports.

Skills

Leadership

Fleet management

Route planning

Excel

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Navis

ERP

Vehicle tracking

Camera monitoring

Fuel management systems

Job description

Greys Recruitment is seeking a Fleet Controller with strong Navis experience and a track record in fleet or cartage control. The role requires leadership, Excel and ERP skills, and knowledge of Durban port operations.

You will oversee multiple desks, audit routes, monitor live systems, and drive efficiency in scheduling, fuel usage and cost optimisation, with day/night shifts as required.