Technical Manager

DP World; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company in South Africa is seeking a strategic fleet manager to lead initiatives in fleet, tyres, and maintenance. The role requires tactical leadership experience and advanced skills in budgeting and operations management. You will need to implement compliance policies and manage supplier relationships, ensuring operational efficiency and excellent customer service. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and is committed to continuous improvement and innovation in fleet management.

Qualifications

• Up to 5 years of experience in a similar environment with at least 2 years tactical leadership experience.
• Advanced knowledge of budgeting and cost management.
• Proficient in vehicle components and fleet management regulations.
• Advanced people management and development knowledge and / or skill.
• Proficient labour relations procedures knowledge and / or skill.
• Proficient business knowledge and / or skill.
• Advanced vehicle components and related regulations knowledge and / or skill.
• Advanced parts and parts management knowledge and / or skill.
• Advanced fleet management operations knowledge and / or skill.

Responsibilities

• Implement corporate governance and compliance policies.
• Develop and implement capacity plans to achieve performance objectives.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance targets.
• Engage suppliers or OEM on technical matters, such as performance, warranties, recalls.
• Chair the Group Technical Steering Committee with quarterly meetings and develop KPIs for evaluation.
• Maintain fleet, vehicle maintenance and tyre statistics and present actionable insights to committees.
• Manage annual capital expenditure within the approved budget limits.
• Develop policies and practices aligned with the business strategy.

Skills

Tactical leadership

Budgeting

Operations management

People management

Labour relations procedures

Fleet management operations

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

To provide guidance to business on the strategic direction as it pertains to fleet, tyres, maintenance and workshops. Responsible for continuous improvement in safety and optimal use of advances in digitization and technology in support of group initiatives.

Key Accountabilities

• Implement corporate governance and compliance policies in order to manage risk liabilities
• Analyse, interpret and produce detailed reports explaining trends, discrepancies and inconsistencies measured against planned activities
• Develop and ensure implementation of people capacity plans in line with performance objectives
• Develop initiatives to enhance customer service excellence
• Develop and implement a medium term technical strategy taking into consideration the fleet depreciation, replacement and disposal policies ensuring a continuously reduction in carbon footprint and overall reduction in total cost of ownership
• Optimise the group maintenance and workshops ensuring the business remains competitive and aligned with global trends
• Engage suppliers or original equipment manufacturer on technical matters, such as product performance, warranties, technical issues and recalls
• Manage supplier SLA and KPI performance targets through monthly review meetings and annual SLA review negotiations.
• Maintain supplier relationships and promote reciprocal opportunities
• Chair the Group Technical Steering Committee with effective quarterly meetings and develop relevant KPIs for evaluation
• Maintain accurate and relevant fleet, vehicle maintenance and tyre statistics and analysis and present actionable insights to the Group Technical Steering Committee and business unit forums
• Implement and maintain workshop and tyre management systems and ensure that adequate support and training is provided to business units
• Own and update the business fleet asset register
• Develop and implement policies and practices in business units to align with the business strategy and policies
• Engage with logistics industry and regulatory bodies to stay abreast of and influence trends
• Remain on the cutting edge of developments in digitisation and technology and investigate and test these advancements in order to achieve the business strategy
• Evaluate performance and fuel consumption of new fleet on routes
• Conduct internal workshop audits and technical due diligence on business acquisitions
• Management of the internal warranty fund
• Advise operating companies on capital budgets including the preparation for AFE approvals
• Manage the annual capital expenditure within the approved budget limits
• Effective management of fleet acquisitions and disposals for the business including AFE motivations
• Support business units to achieve performance improvement targets
• Advise operating companies on bespoke fleet solutions for new initiatives aligned with the overall group strategy
• Coordinate driver training initiatives between original equipment manufacturer, driver training department and business units
• Assist business units in evaluating relevant driver complaints and accident reporting
• Implement and manage workforce planning, recruitment, learning and development, performance management, reward and recognition and employee relations to ensure an optimal working environment
• Create an engaging, enabling and productive work climate aligned to the employee value proposition by demonstrating leadership through personal commitment to organisational values
• Develop a plan for practice changes and specify the priorities of delivery plans and resources needed 1 to 2 years
• Contribute to the setting of budgets, minimise expenditure and manage costs and assets effectively
• Develop and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders that contributes to a culture of customer service excellence
• Evaluate metrics, report on campaign results and determine ROI

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

• Up to 5 years of experience in a similar environment with at least 2 years tactical leadership or specialist experience.
• Advanced budgeting and cost management knowledge and / or skill.
• Advanced business and operations management knowledge and / or skill.
• Advanced people management and development knowledge and / or skill.
• Proficient labour relations procedures knowledge and / or skill.
• Proficient business knowledge and / or skill.
• Advanced vehicle components and related regulations knowledge and / or skill.
• Advanced parts and parts management knowledge and / or skill.
• Advanced fleet management operations knowledge and / or skill.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What\'s more, we\'re reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW TO CHANGE WHAT\'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

EEO Statement

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