Remote Senior Fleet Operations Lead

Placements24; East London; Híbrido; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

Life insurance

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Fleet Operations Manager to lead a national remote operations team for a large logistics network. You will develop and implement fleet strategies, optimise costs, ensure regulatory compliance and drive continuous improvement from a remote setting.

The role requires strong leadership, deep fleet management experience, and the ability to manage a dispersed team across South Africa.

Qualificações

• 7–10 years in fleet management with senior leadership exposure.
• Experience managing large, geographically dispersed fleets and remote teams.
• Proficient in fleet management software, telematics, GPS tracking, and route optimization.
• Strong knowledge of South African transport laws, safety regs, and compliance.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement strategic fleet policies to optimise performance and cost.
• Oversee daily operations of a national fleet and ensure timely deliveries.
• Lead remote team of fleet coordinators and dispatchers with performance management.
• Utilise fleet management software and telematics to monitor KPI trends.
• Analyze data to identify cost-saving opportunities in utilisation, fuel, and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
• Collaborate with procurement and maintenance on vehicle lifecycle.
• Build relationships with drivers, clients, and service providers.
• Drive tech adoption and process improvements in fleet operations.
• Prepare regular management reports with strategic recommendations.

Conhecimentos

Strategic leadership

Remote team management

Fleet optimization

Data-driven decisions

Stakeholder management

Formação académica

Bachelor's in Logistics/Supply Chain

Master's degree (plus)

Ferramentas

Fleet management software

Telematics

GPS tracking

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Fleet Operations Manager to lead a national remote operations team for a large logistics network. You will develop and implement fleet strategies, optimise costs, ensure regulatory compliance and drive continuous improvement from a remote setting.

The role requires strong leadership, deep fleet management experience, and the ability to manage a dispersed team across South Africa.