Operations Controller

Membrey Short Hauls Pty Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Membrey Short Hauls (Pty) Ltd in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking an experienced Operations Controller to join our fast‑paced transport and logistics team. You will plan and coordinate daily vehicle movements, allocate drivers and trailers, and monitor loads from collection to delivery, while maintaining effective communications with drivers, clients and depots.

Key responsibilities include managing delays and breakdowns, ensuring trip sheets and documents are accurate, and coordinating

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Operations Controller in transport or logistics.
• Experience with container movements, port operations and breakbulk loads advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of Durban ports, depots and surrounding routes.
• Computer literate, including Microsoft Excel, email and transport tracking systems.
• Excellent communication, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a 24-hour operational environment.
• Willingness to work day shifts, night shifts, weekends and public holidays.
• Own reliable transport and contactable employment references.
• Clear criminal record and must be a South African citizen.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and coordinate daily vehicle movements.
• Allocate drivers, vehicles and trailers.
• Monitor and track loads from collection to delivery.
• Provide regular updates to customers and management.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, clients and depots.
• Manage delays, breakdowns and other operational challenges.
• Ensure trip sheets and transport documents are completed correctly.
• Coordinate container, breakbulk and general cargo movements.
• Maintain accurate operational records and shift handovers.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, safety requirements and working-hour regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Planning

Problem solving

Work under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Email

Transport tracking systems

Job description

Membrey Short Hauls (Pty) Ltd is seeking an experienced and reliable Operations Controller to join our fast-paced transport and logistics team.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and coordinate daily vehicle movements
• Allocate drivers, vehicles and trailers
• Monitor and track loads from collection to delivery
• Provide regular updates to customers and management
• Communicate effectively with drivers, clients and depots
• Manage delays, breakdowns and other operational challenges
• Ensure trip sheets and transport documents are completed correctly
• Coordinate container, breakbulk and general cargo movements
• Maintain accurate operational records and shift handovers
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, safety requirements and working-hour regulations

Minimum requirements

• Previous experience as an Operations Controller in the transport or logistics industry
• Experience with container movements, port operations and breakbulk loads will be advantageous
• Strong knowledge of Durban ports, depots and surrounding routes
• Computer literate, including Microsoft Excel, email and transport tracking systems
• Excellent communication, planning and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a 24-hour operational environment
• Willingness to work day shifts, night shifts, weekends and public holidays
• Own reliable transport
• Contactable employment references
• Clear criminal record
• Must be a South African citizen

Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

Company: Membrey Short Hauls (Pty) Ltd