Logistics Ops Lead: Route Planning & Fleet Management

Bidvest Prestige; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Bidvest Prestige is seeking a Transport Operations Coordinator to manage daily transport activities within the Wes-Kaap region. The role focuses on planning routes, coordinating schedules, and leading a team of drivers and support staff.

Responsibilities include using Excel for data analysis, ensuring vehicle maintenance and safety compliance, and driving continuous efficiency improvements while maintaining high service quality for clients.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Transport Management, Logistics or Operations Management.
• Matric (Senior Certificate).
• Valid Driver’s License.
• 1-3 years’ experience in route planning, scheduling and operational coordination.

Responsibilities

• Plan, optimise and oversee daily transport routes for maximum efficiency and punctuality.
• Manage transport schedules to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Coordinate a team of drivers and operational staff.
• Use MS Excel to track schedules, analyse route performance, manage data, and prepare reports.
• Coordinate vehicle maintenance and monitor safety compliance.
• Regularly monitor fleet utilisation and vehicle availability.
• Resolve operational challenges to minimise service disruptions.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and implement cost-saving measures.
• Maintain accurate operational records and transport data.
• Monitor service delivery and address issues affecting customer satisfaction.

Skills

Transport planning

Scheduling

Fleet coordination

Driver management

Team coordination

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Education

Transport Management / Logistics / Operations Management

Matric (Senior Certificate)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

Bidvest Prestige is seeking a Transport Operations Coordinator to manage daily transport activities within the Wes-Kaap region. The role focuses on planning routes, coordinating schedules, and leading a team of drivers and support staff.

Responsibilities include using Excel for data analysis, ensuring vehicle maintenance and safety compliance, and driving continuous efficiency improvements while maintaining high service quality for clients.