Remote Fleet Manager: Leadership in Logistics

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Professional development

Home office allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Fleet Manager to lead our transportation fleet operations from a remote setting in South Africa. You will oversee maintenance, driver management, routing optimization, and regulatory compliance, ensuring efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to manage a distributed team with a focus on performance and budget discipline.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in fleet management or transportation logistics.
• Knowledge of fleet maintenance, DOT regulations, and safety protocols.
• Proven ability to manage remote teams and operations effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in budget management.
• Proficiency in fleet management software and GPS tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the company's transportation fleet, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and implement fleet maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and ensure vehicle safety.
• Manage driver recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance monitoring remotely.
• Ensure compliance with all local, regional, and national transportation regulations and safety standards.
• Optimize routing and delivery schedules to improve efficiency and reduce fuel consumption.
• Manage relationships with third-party service providers, including maintenance and repair shops.

Skills

Fleet management

Remote team leadership

Budget management

Analytical skills

GPS tracking software

Tools

Fleet management software

GPS tracking systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Fleet Manager to lead our transportation fleet operations from a remote setting in South Africa. You will oversee maintenance, driver management, routing optimization, and regulatory compliance, ensuring efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to manage a distributed team with a focus on performance and budget discipline.