Logistics Dispatcher

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Stable job opportunity in Limpopo

Core logistics operations role

Team-oriented work environment

Regional impact on transport services

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, is seeking a diligent Logistics Dispatcher to manage transport operations, dispatch vehicles, and coordinate schedules and routes. You will be the central point of contact for drivers, handling real-time logistical challenges and ensuring timely deliveries in a busy local setting.

You will collaborate closely with warehouse and customer service teams, maintain dispatch records, and support smooth operations within the Driving & Transport sector in the Limpopo

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch drivers and vehicles according to planned routes and schedules.
• Monitor driver activities and vehicle locations in real-time using tracking systems.
• Communicate with drivers to provide instructions, updates, and resolve issues during transit.
• Receive and process delivery orders, ensuring details are accurate and assignments are efficient.
• Maintain dispatch records, including driver logs, delivery confirmations, and vehicle status.
• Coordinate with warehouse and customer service teams to ensure seamless operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Tools

GPS tracking systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and organized Logistics Dispatcher to manage and coordinate their transport operations in Polokwane . This role is essential for ensuring the timely and efficient dispatch of vehicles and the smooth flow of goods. You will be the central point of contact for drivers, coordinating schedules, routes, and managing any real-time logistical challenges. This is a key position within the local Driving & Transport sector, contributing to the operational success of the company in the Limpopo province.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispatch drivers and vehicles according to planned routes and schedules.
• Monitor driver activities and vehicle locations in real-time using tracking systems.
• Communicate effectively with drivers to provide instructions, updates, and resolve issues that may arise during transit.
• Receive and process delivery orders, ensuring all details are accurate and assignments are made efficiently.
• Maintain detailed dispatch records, including driver logs, delivery confirmations, and vehicle status.
• Coordinate with warehouse and customer service teams to ensure seamless operations.

Requirements

• Previous experience in dispatching, logistics coordination, or a similar role within Driving & Transport .
• Familiarity with dispatch software and GPS tracking systems is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of local routes and geographical areas around Polokwane .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Stable job opportunity with a growing company in Limpopo .
• Opportunity to be at the core of the company's logistics operations.
• Team-oriented work environment.
• Contribution to the essential Driving & Transport services in the region.