Junior Operations Controller

Hr-Simplified Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Hr-Simplified Ltd in Durban is seeking a Junior Operations Controller to coordinate daily transport operations, manage driver schedules, monitor vehicle movements and ensure timely deliveries and collections.

The role includes fleet coordination, transport documentation, port and depot bookings, client communications and strict adherence to company procedures. You will support with planning routes, PODs, and reporting while upholding safety standards across RSA and Southern Africa routes.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, transport or a similar operational role.
• Understanding of transport documentation, including Proof of Deliveries (PODs) and manifests.
• Understanding of port and depot procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and monitor daily transport routes, ensuring timely delivery and upliftment from ports/depots.
• Dispatch, debrief, and communicate with drivers regarding schedules, delays, and changes.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance, ensure roadworthiness, and manage breakdowns.
• Process purchase orders, manage PODs and other documents; Toll & Diesel reconciliation.
• Provide ETAs, update on delays, communicate breakdown info, and resolve delivery queries.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies, company procedures, and manage incident reports.

Skills

Logistics experience

Planning

Coordination

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bidtrack

QuickBooks

Digit FMS

Job description

About Job Role

We are looking for an organised and proactive Junior Operations Controller to coordinate daily transport operations, manage driver schedules, monitor vehicle movements and ensure timely deliveries and collections. The successful candidate will assist with fleet coordination, transport documentation, port and depot bookings, client communication and compliance with company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Logistics & Scheduling: Plan, schedule, and monitor daily transport routes, ensuring timely delivery and upliftment from ports/depots. Port & depot bookings

Driver Management: Dispatch, debrief, and communicate with drivers regarding schedules, delays, and changes.

Fleet & Vehicle Management: Oversee vehicle maintenance, ensure roadworthiness, and manage breakdowns.

Documentation & Administration: Process purchase orders, manage Proof of Deliveries (PODs) and other documents. Toll & Diesel reconciliation.

Client & Stakeholder Communication: Provide ETAs, update on delays, communicate breakdown info, and resolve delivery queries.

Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to safety policies, company procedures, and manage incident reports.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications | Years of Experience

Experience in logistics, transport or a similar operational role. Understanding of transport documentation, including Proof of Deliveries (PODs) and manifests. Understanding of port and depot procedures.

Skills and Competencies

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant transport management software, such as Bidtrack, QuickBooks or Digit FMS. Strong planning, coordination and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Other Requirements

Age: 30 years and above. Professional presentation: Must maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance suitable for interacting with clients, drivers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. Professional conduct: Good interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to represent the company professionally.

About the Employer

The company specializes in transport and logistics management services, offering a range of services including transport, stuffing and de-stuffing of containers, load supervision, communication, rigging & crane, project cargo, risk management, vehicle range/availability, and insurance. The company is recognized for its seamless logistics solutions and is well-respected in the transport industry. The company's services cover all aspects of transport, including project and abnormal cargo, earth-moving equipment, and over-border cargo, with routes extending across RSA and Southern Africa States.