Strategic Fleet Operations Leader

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive package

Health & dental

Retirement match

Generous leave

Professional development

Company car/allowance

Life insurance

Fleet tech access

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Fleet Operations Manager to lead and optimize a large truck and commercial vehicle fleet in Centurion, Gauteng. You will drive maintenance scheduling, route optimization, driver management, and cost control while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Reporting to the operations director, you will develop KPI dashboards, manage a team of fleet supervisors, collaborate with procurement, and leverage telematics and fleet software to improve uptime and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of progressive fleet management experience in a large operation.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong knowledge of fleet management software, telematics and maintenance systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision making abilities.
• Budget management and cost control expertise.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for effective fleet management including acquisition, maintenance and disposal of vehicles.
• Oversee daily fleet operations, scheduling and utilization of vehicles and drivers.
• Lead fleet supervisors and drivers with training, coaching and performance evaluations.
• Establish and monitor KPIs such as fuel efficiency, uptime and safety compliance.
• Implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime and repair costs.
• Ensure compliance with local, provincial, and national transport regulations and safety standards.
• Manage fuel purchasing and monitor consumption for cost savings.
• Investigate and resolve operational issues, incidents, and driver-related problems.
• Collaborate with procurement on vehicle acquisition and vendor management.
• Maintain accurate fleet records including maintenance history and mileage.

Skills

Leadership

Fleet management

Telematics

Budgeting

KPIs

Driver management

Regulatory compliance

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics/Supply Chain/Business

Tools

Fleet management software

Telematics systems

Maintenance management systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Fleet Operations Manager to lead and optimize a large truck and commercial vehicle fleet in Centurion, Gauteng. You will drive maintenance scheduling, route optimization, driver management, and cost control while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Reporting to the operations director, you will develop KPI dashboards, manage a team of fleet supervisors, collaborate with procurement, and leverage telematics and fleet software to improve uptime and