Remote Fleet Dispatch Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote work

Modern logistics tools

Professional development

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Dispatch and Fleet Coordinator to manage transportation operations from home. The role involves scheduling, dispatching, and tracking a fleet, ensuring on-time deliveries and safety compliance.

Ideal candidates will have strong logistics software experience, excellent communication, and the ability to lead a remote team across a nationwide logistics network while working autonomously.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fleet management, dispatching, or logistics coordination.
• Proficiency with dispatch and fleet management software.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.
• Strong understanding of transportation regulations and best practices.
• High school diploma or equivalent; logistics studies a plus.

Responsibilities

• Use dispatch software to assign routes and schedules to drivers, optimizing efficiency and cost.
• Monitor fleet locations and progress in real time, providing support and addressing issues.
• Communicate with drivers, clients and internal teams to coordinate deliveries and resolve challenges.
• Maintain records of fleet activities: mileage, fuel, delivery status, driver performance.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and company policies.
• Coordinate vehicle maintenance schedules and respond to roadside assistance.

Skills

Fleet management

Dispatching

Logistics coordination

Communication

Remote work

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Logistics coursework

Tools

Dispatch software

GPS tracking

Route optimization tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Dispatch and Fleet Coordinator to manage transportation operations from home. The role involves scheduling, dispatching, and tracking a fleet, ensuring on-time deliveries and safety compliance.

Ideal candidates will have strong logistics software experience, excellent communication, and the ability to lead a remote team across a nationwide logistics network while working autonomously.