Fleet Operations Leader: Drive Efficiency & Compliance

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Health and retirement plans

Professional development

Leadership role in logistics

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Fleet Operations Manager to oversee a large vehicle fleet in Vereeniging. You will drive efficiency, safety, and cost control across maintenance, scheduling, and driver management.

Lead a team, ensure regulatory compliance, analyze performance data, and report to senior management. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on optimization in a dynamic logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in fleet management or operations.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance, repair, and fleet management software.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent understanding of transportation regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to analyze data and implement operational improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance fleet efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage all aspects of vehicle maintenance, including scheduling preventative services and coordinating repairs.
• Oversee driver recruitment, training, performance management, and adherence to regulations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation laws, safety regulations, and licensing requirements.
• Monitor fleet performance metrics, analyze data, and generate reports for senior management.
• Manage relationships with vendors, suppliers, and service providers for fleet-related needs.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Fleet management

Regulatory compliance

Team management

Tools

Fleet management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Fleet Operations Manager to oversee a large vehicle fleet in Vereeniging. You will drive efficiency, safety, and cost control across maintenance, scheduling, and driver management.

Lead a team, ensure regulatory compliance, analyze performance data, and report to senior management. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on optimization in a dynamic logistics environment.