Remote Fleet Manager

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Health & wellness programs

Professional development

Dynamic remote environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Fleet Manager to oversee national transportation logistics. This role drives operational efficiency, uptime, and cost-effectiveness from a remote setting across Gauteng and beyond.

You will optimize routing, monitor telematics, ensure regulatory compliance, and leverage data-driven insights to improve KPIs and vendor management in a fully remote environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fleet management or logistics coordination.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance, repairs, and regulations.
• Experience with fleet software and telematics is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for fleet operations management.
• Monitor fleet performance using telematics and tracking systems.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and safety standards.
• Manage relationships with third-party vendors for maintenance and parts.
• Analyze data to report KPIs such as utilization and costs.
• Implement and manage fleet management software to improve visibility.

Skills

Fleet management

Logistics coordination

Telematics

Data analysis

Remote team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Tools

Fleet management software

Telematics systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Remote Fleet Manager to oversee their national transportation logistics. This pivotal role involves managing a diverse fleet of vehicles, ensuring operational efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness from a remote setting. You will be instrumental in optimizing routing, maintaining vehicle uptime, and implementing best practices across the entire logistics network. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated professional who can leverage technology and data-driven insights to drive success in a fully remote operational environment, contributing significantly to the company's growth and efficiency across Gauteng and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for fleet operations management , including maintenance, scheduling, and fuel efficiency initiatives.
• Monitor fleet performance using telematics and other tracking systems, identifying areas for improvement and cost reduction.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies.
• Manage relationships with third-party vendors for vehicle maintenance, repairs, and parts procurement.
• Analyze operational data to generate reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as vehicle utilization, maintenance costs, and driver performance.
• Implement and manage fleet management software to streamline operations and enhance visibility.

Requirements

• Proven experience in fleet management or logistics coordination, preferably in a remote capacity.
• Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance, repair, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in fleet management software and telematics systems .
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively manage remote teams and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work remotely with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic and supportive remote work environment that values innovation.