Regional Trucking Operations Coordinator

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Career development

Regular training sessions

Work-life balance initiatives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Trucking Operations Coordinator to oversee dispatch, route optimization, and regulatory compliance in George, Western Cape. You will coordinate daily trucking operations, liaise with drivers and clients, and ensure safety and performance across the fleet.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, familiarity with SA road transport regulations, and the ability to work in a hybrid setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics, dispatch, or a similar operational coordination role within the trucking industry.
• Solid understanding of route planning and optimization techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using dispatch software and other relevant transportation management systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Familiarity with South African road transport regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience working in the George, Western Cape region is a plus.
• Must be comfortable with a hybrid work model, balancing office-based duties with some remote flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily trucking operations, including dispatching drivers, scheduling routes, and monitoring delivery progress.
• Optimize delivery routes to ensure efficiency, minimize transit times, and reduce fuel consumption.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with drivers, providing them with necessary information and support.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients regarding shipment status and delivery schedules.
• Ensure all drivers and vehicles adhere to safety regulations, company policies, and legal requirements.
• Track fleet performance, including mileage, fuel efficiency, and delivery times, reporting any deviations.
• Manage driver schedules, ensuring adequate coverage and adherence to working hours regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any operational issues or delays that may arise during transit.
• Maintain accurate operational records and prepare regular performance reports for management.
• Liaise with maintenance teams to ensure vehicles are serviced regularly and kept in optimal condition.

Skills

Communication skills

Route planning

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Logistics or related field

Tools

Dispatch software

Transportation management systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading transport and logistics company, is looking for a dynamic Regional Trucking Operations Coordinator to join their team in George, Western Cape . This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth and efficient coordination of all trucking operations within the designated region. You will be responsible for managing dispatch, optimizing routes, and ensuring compliance with all safety and transport regulations. The successful candidate will possess strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proven track record in operational coordination within the transport sector. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to be a key player in a vital industry, contributing to efficient supply chains across the Western Cape . You will work closely with drivers, clients, and management to ensure seamless operations and high service delivery standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily trucking operations, including dispatching drivers, scheduling routes, and monitoring delivery progress.
• Optimize delivery routes to ensure efficiency, minimize transit times, and reduce fuel consumption.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with drivers, providing them with necessary information and support.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients regarding shipment status and delivery schedules.
• Ensure all drivers and vehicles adhere to safety regulations, company policies, and legal requirements.
• Track fleet performance, including mileage, fuel efficiency, and delivery times, reporting any deviations.
• Manage driver schedules, ensuring adequate coverage and adherence to working hours regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any operational issues or delays that may arise during transit.
• Maintain accurate operational records and prepare regular performance reports for management.
• Liaise with maintenance teams to ensure vehicles are serviced regularly and kept in optimal condition.

Requirements

• Proven experience in logistics, dispatch, or a similar operational coordination role within the trucking industry.
• Solid understanding of route planning and optimization techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using dispatch software and other relevant transportation management systems.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Familiarity with South African road transport regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience working in the George, Western Cape region is a plus.
• Must be comfortable with a hybrid work model, balancing office-based duties with some remote flexibility.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Exposure to cutting-edge logistics technology and practices.
• A supportive team environment focused on collaboration.
• Regular training sessions to enhance skills.
• Work-life balance initiatives within the hybrid model.