Fleet Operations Manager

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 invites an experienced Fleet Operations Manager to lead the Mossel Bay fleet in the Western Cape. You will drive strategic oversight of vehicle acquisition, maintenance, compliance, and driver management to boost reliability and service delivery.

In this role you will implement cost-control strategies, optimize maintenance schedules, and leverage fleet management software to deliver measurable improvements and safety compliance across the fleet.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or related field.
• Significant experience in fleet management and operations.
• In-depth knowledge of vehicle maintenance, fuel management and cost control.
• Strong understanding of South African transport legislation and safety protocols.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in fleet management software and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance fleet performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and inspection schedule for all vehicles in the fleet.
• Manage driver recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and compliance with regulations.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant transportation laws, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Implement and manage fleet management software for tracking, reporting, and analysis.
• Collaborate with other departments to align fleet operations with overall business objectives.

Skills

Fleet management

Driver management

Budgeting

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Business Administration

Tools

Fleet management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Fleet Operations Manager to lead their extensive fleet operations in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This pivotal role demands strategic oversight of all fleet-related activities, including vehicle acquisition, maintenance, compliance, and driver management. You will be instrumental in optimizing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring the highest standards of safety and service delivery across the fleet. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise to drive continuous improvement and maintain the reliability of our transportation network.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance fleet performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and inspection schedule for all vehicles in the fleet.
• Manage driver recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and compliance with regulations.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant transportation laws, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Implement and manage fleet management software for tracking, reporting, and analysis.
• Collaborate with other departments to align fleet operations with overall business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Significant experience in fleet management and operations, preferably in a supervisory role.
• In-depth knowledge of vehicle maintenance, fuel management, and cost control strategies.
• Strong understanding of South African transport legislation and safety protocols.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in fleet management software and data analysis tools.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Opportunities for professional development and industry certifications.
• A leadership role with significant impact on operational success in Mossel Bay .