Remote Fleet Operations Manager - Randburg Base

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary

Autonomy in decision-making

Remote leadership team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Fleet Operations Manager to oversee transportation and logistics for the Randburg, Gauteng region. This senior role combines strategic leadership with hands-on oversight of remote drivers, route planning, and maintenance programs to ensure safe, timely, and cost-efficient delivery of goods.

You will monitor performance, implement best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align logistics with business goals, all while leveraging a

Qualifications

• Extensive experience (5+ years) in fleet management and operations, preferably within the Driving & Transport sector.
• Demonstrated ability to manage remote teams effectively.
• Strong understanding of Gauteng road networks, logistics, and regulations.
• Proficiency in fleet management software, GPS tracking systems, and operational analytics tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to drive operational improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of fleet operations, including driver management, route planning, and delivery schedules for the Randburg operational area.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve fleet efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service delivery.
• Manage, motivate, and support a team of remote drivers through effective virtual leadership.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
• Monitor fleet performance, analyze key metrics, and generate regular reports for senior management.
• Implement and manage preventative maintenance programs for the fleet.
• Handle any operational issues or emergencies that arise, providing timely resolutions.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of logistics operations.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and technological advancements in fleet management.

Skills

Fleet management

Remote leadership

Team supervision

Logistics analytics

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Logistics or Business Management degree

Tools

Fleet management software

GPS tracking systems

Operational analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Remote Fleet Operations Manager to oversee their transportation and logistics functions. Although the role is based with operational oversight for the **Randburg, Gauteng** area, it is a fully remote position, allowing you to manage operations from your home office. This senior role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in fleet management, driver supervision, and optimizing transport efficiency. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe, timely, and cost-effective movement of goods, managing a team of drivers remotely, and implementing best practices in the **Driving & Transport** industry. This is an excellent opportunity for a leader in logistics who excels in a remote work environment and has a strong understanding of the **Gauteng** transportation landscape. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing the operational performance of our client's fleet serving the **Randburg** region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of fleet operations, including driver management, route planning, and delivery schedules for the **Randburg** operational area.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve fleet efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service delivery.
• Manage, motivate, and support a team of remote drivers through effective virtual leadership.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
• Monitor fleet performance, analyze key metrics, and generate regular reports for senior management.
• Implement and manage preventative maintenance programs for the fleet.
• Handle any operational issues or emergencies that arise, providing timely resolutions.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of logistics operations.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and technological advancements in fleet management.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (5+ years) in fleet management and operations, preferably within the **Driving & Transport** sector.
• Demonstrated ability to manage remote teams effectively.
• Strong understanding of **Gauteng** road networks, logistics, and regulations.
• Proficiency in fleet management software, GPS tracking systems, and operational analytics tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to drive operational improvements.i>i>
• A reliable home office setup with stable internet connectivity.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics, Business Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Proven track record of improving fleet performance and reducing operational costs.

Benefits

• A highly competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• The advantage of a fully remote working position.
• Significant responsibility and autonomy in managing fleet operations.
• Opportunity to implement innovative strategies and drive change.
• Work with a professional and supportive remote team.
• Contribute to the efficient logistics network serving the **Randburg** region.