On-Site Transport Operations Coordinator - Fleet & Routes

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Annual leave and sick leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, is seeking a hands-on Transport Operations Coordinator to manage day-to-day fleet coordination, optimize routes, and ensure on-time deliveries within budget. You will be the central contact for drivers, clients, and internal departments, driving performance in a fast-paced logistics environment.

The role requires at least three years in transport coordination, strong scheduling, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in transport coordination or dispatch.
• Ability to manage complex schedules and multiple vehicles.
• Strong knowledge of South African road networks.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily transport operations to ensure on-time pickups and deliveries.
• Serve as main liaison for drivers, clients and internal teams.
• Monitor delivery progress and resolve delays proactively.
• Update clients on shipment status and disruptions.
• Manage vehicle assignments and fleet utilization.
• Maintain records including waybills and driver logs.
• Handle transport documentation and proof of delivery.
• Assist with customer inquiries related to transport services.
• Ensure compliance with traffic laws and safety policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

Transport coordination

Fleet scheduling

Customer communication

GPS tracking

Negotiation

Tools

Transport Management Software

GPS tracking systems

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, is seeking a hands-on Transport Operations Coordinator to manage day-to-day fleet coordination, optimize routes, and ensure on-time deliveries within budget. You will be the central contact for drivers, clients, and internal departments, driving performance in a fast-paced logistics environment.

The role requires at least three years in transport coordination, strong scheduling, and excellent communication.