Remote National Logistics Dispatcher - Real-Time Coordination

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Dispatcher to coordinate South Africa's national transport network from a home office. You will monitor real-time movements, assign routes, and maintain client and driver communications to ensure punctual deliveries.

The role requires experience in dispatch or logistics, familiarity with GPS/tracking tools, and the ability to stay composed under pressure while managing multiple priorities, all within a fully remote setup.

Qualifications

• Experience in dispatch, logistics, or transportation coordination, preferably remote.
• Proficient with dispatch management software, GPS tracking, and communication tools.
• Excellent communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Calm and effective under pressure with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor real-time vehicle movements and driver schedules nationwide using dispatch software.
• Assign optimal routes and loads based on location, windows, and capacity for national routes.
• Serve as primary contact for drivers, providing support and addressing issues in transit.
• Communicate with clients and internal teams regarding shipment status, delays, and ETAs.
• Maintain dispatch logs, update shipment statuses, and generate performance reports.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and disruptions, implementing contingency plans.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Stress management

Tools

Dispatch software

GPS tracking

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Dispatcher to coordinate South Africa's national transport network from a home office. You will monitor real-time movements, assign routes, and maintain client and driver communications to ensure punctual deliveries.

The role requires experience in dispatch or logistics, familiarity with GPS/tracking tools, and the ability to stay composed under pressure while managing multiple priorities, all within a fully remote setup.