Senior Traffic & Transport Operations Leader

Milton Resourcing; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 850,000 - 1,150,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Resourcing is seeking a Traffic Manager – Operations to lead daily transport operations in Tshwane / Mpumalanga, inspiring teams and ensuring safe, reliable passenger services. You will own performance metrics, coordinate cross‑functional activities, and drive efficiency in a large-scale operation.

The role demands strategic, hands‑on leadership with strong IR management, budgeting, and office skills, along with a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Tertiary qualification in Road Transport Management or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years' operational management experience within a large transport or logistics environment.
• Experience managing Industrial Relations (IR) matters.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily traffic and transport operations.
• Ensure efficient, safe, and reliable service delivery.
• Monitor operational performance through audits, reporting, and KPI analysis.
• Coordinate activities across multiple departments for seamless operations.
• Manage operational resources, budgets, and workforce productivity.
• Lead, motivate, and develop operational teams.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational changes.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation, safety standards, and company policies.
• Analyse operational data to identify trends and improve performance.

Skills

Traffic Management

Fleet Operations

Route Planning

Operational Audits

Performance Reporting

Resource Planning

Stakeholder Management

Regulatory Compliance

Industrial Relations

Microsoft Office

Excel

Education

Grade 12

Tertiary qualification in Road Transport Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Milton Resourcing is seeking a Traffic Manager – Operations to lead daily transport operations in Tshwane / Mpumalanga, inspiring teams and ensuring safe, reliable passenger services. You will own performance metrics, coordinate cross‑functional activities, and drive efficiency in a large-scale operation.

The role demands strategic, hands‑on leadership with strong IR management, budgeting, and office skills, along with a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.