Remote Fleet Dispatcher & Operations Lead

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Generous leave

Professional development

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Fleet Dispatcher & Operations Coordinator to manage fleet operations entirely from a remote location. You will dispatch vehicles, monitor GPS data, and provide real-time guidance to drivers across South Africa, with a focus on Polokwane, Limpopo and surrounding regions.

This fully remote role requires a dedicated home office, strong self-management, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; further education in logistics is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in dispatching, fleet coordination, or logistics operations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with remote interaction experience.
• Proficiency in dispatch software, GPS tracking systems, and communication tools.
• Strong problem-solving and independent work capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Dispatching company vehicles based on service requests and route optimization.
• Monitoring fleet movements using GPS tracking and providing real-time updates.
• Communicating with drivers to provide instructions and assistance remotely.
• Handling remote operational issues, emergencies, and driver requests promptly.
• Maintaining dispatch records, logs, and operational reports.
• Coordinating vehicle maintenance schedules and service intervals.
• Planning and scheduling routes to optimize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Managing multiple communication channels to ensure smooth information flow.
• Troubleshooting basic logistical challenges remotely and supporting improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Remote work discipline

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Dispatch software

GPS tracking systems

Communication tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Fleet Dispatcher & Operations Coordinator to manage fleet operations entirely from a remote location. You will dispatch vehicles, monitor GPS data, and provide real-time guidance to drivers across South Africa, with a focus on Polokwane, Limpopo and surrounding regions.

This fully remote role requires a dedicated home office, strong self-management, and excellent communication.