Remote Fleet Operations Specialist

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Professional development

Online tools access

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Remote Fleet Operations Specialist to oversee fleet maintenance, regulatory compliance, and optimization of vehicle utilization from a remote workspace.

You will work with internal teams and external vendors to keep the fleet safe, cost-efficient, and high-performing, leveraging telematics data and modern fleet software.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fleet management or operations.
• Familiarity with fleet management software and telematics systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote team environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate fleet maintenance schedules and preventative maintenance.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and proper documentation.
• Monitor telematics data to track usage and driver behavior.
• Analyze fleet data to identify cost savings and efficiency gains.
• Liaise with vendors for vehicle acquisition, disposal, and service needs.

Skills

Fleet management

Telematics software

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Remote work capability

Tools

Fleet management software

Telematics systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a detail-oriented Remote Fleet Operations Specialist to manage and enhance their vehicle fleet operations virtually. This role is responsible for overseeing fleet maintenance schedules, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing vehicle utilization to reduce costs and improve efficiency. You will work closely with internal teams and external vendors to maintain a safe and reliable fleet, all from your remote workspace. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual with a strong background in fleet management who thrives in a remote setting and possesses excellent analytical and organizational skills, contributing significantly to our client's operational efficiency and cost control.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate fleet maintenance schedules, including preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation regulations and documentation requirements.
• Monitor vehicle telematics data to track usage, performance, and driver behavior.
• Analyze fleet data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency.
• Liaise with vendors for vehicle acquisition, disposal, and service needs.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in fleet management or operations.
• Proficiency with fleet management software and telematics systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a remote team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing significant flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in fleet management.
• Access to robust online tools for managing fleet operations.
• Supportive company culture that values employee contributions.