Hybrid Fleet Operations Leader – Logistics Hub

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Private healthcare

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Fleet Operations Manager to oversee a busy Midrand hub. This hybrid role blends on-site driver supervision and dispatch with remote strategic planning, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and cost control.

You will lead a diverse team, optimize routes, manage maintenance scheduling, and implement fleet management software to enhance visibility and performance. The ideal candidate has extensive fleet management experience, strong leadership, and budgeting skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in fleet management or logistics operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large and diverse fleets (e.g., trucks, vans).
• Strong understanding of fleet maintenance, regulatory compliance (e.g., roadworthy certifications, driver hour regulations), and safety protocols.
• Proficiency in fleet management software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both a team environment and independently.
• Experience managing operational budgets and implementing cost-control measures.
• Familiarity with the Midrand and greater Gauteng logistics landscape is preferred.
• A commitment to promoting a strong safety culture within the fleet operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day fleet operations, including dispatch, scheduling, and route optimization across Gauteng and beyond.
• Lead and develop a team of drivers, dispatchers, and fleet staff with a focus on safety and accountability.
• Develop and implement fleet maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend vehicle life.
• Monitor fleet performance metrics, analyze data, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, safety standards and environmental policies.
• Manage fuel, tires and other operating costs to meet budgets.
• Investigate and resolve operational issues, accidents and customer complaints.
• Collaborate with warehousing and customer service for end-to-end logistics.
• Implement fleet management software and technologies to improve visibility.
• Contribute to strategic planning for fleet expansion and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Fleet management

Budget management

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Team supervision

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Fleet management software

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Fleet Operations Manager to oversee a busy Midrand hub. This hybrid role blends on-site driver supervision and dispatch with remote strategic planning, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and cost control.

You will lead a diverse team, optimize routes, manage maintenance scheduling, and implement fleet management software to enhance visibility and performance. The ideal candidate has extensive fleet management experience, strong leadership, and budgeting skills.