Remote Dispatch Coordinator: Fleet Optimizer

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a fully remote Dispatch Coordinator to manage our logistics operations from home. You will optimize dispatch schedules, coordinate fleet movements, and ensure clear communication between drivers, clients, and internal teams.

The role emphasizes exceptional organization, proactive problem solving, and the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, remote environment across South Africa. Prior dispatch experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, dispatch, or similar coordination (remote preferred).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills for virtual work.
• Proficient with dispatch software and GPS tracking systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for remote interactions.
• Reliable home office with high-speed internet.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and optimize daily dispatch schedules for a fleet.
• Monitor driver locations in real-time using GPS.
• Identify and resolve delays in delivery routes.
• Manage calls, email, and messages between drivers and clients.
• Verify delivery documentation for accuracy.
• Generate fleet performance and delivery time reports.
• Assist onboarding and training of new remote dispatch staff.
• Maintain familiarity with company policies and SLAs.
• Contribute to dispatch strategy improvements.
• Provide prompt remote support to drivers.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Remote work

GPS tracking

Communication

Tools

Dispatch software

GPS tracking systems

MS Office/Google Workspace

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a fully remote Dispatch Coordinator to manage our logistics operations from home. You will optimize dispatch schedules, coordinate fleet movements, and ensure clear communication between drivers, clients, and internal teams.

The role emphasizes exceptional organization, proactive problem solving, and the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, remote environment across South Africa. Prior dispatch experience is preferred.