Transport Coordinator

Headhunters; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable agricultural company in Gqeberha is seeking a Temporary Transport Coordinator to plan and coordinate transport activities. The ideal candidate should have Matric and 3-5 years of experience in a similar role. Responsibilities include tracking transport activities, handling queries, and ensuring data accuracy. Strong communication and organizational skills, along with proficiency in Excel, are essential for success in this position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in a similar role.
• Valid drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate transport activities executed by third-party transport providers.
• Track and monitor all movements with service providers to ensure planned loads are actioned.
• Communicate transport status, delays, or risks to internal teams.
• Handle transport-related queries professionally and timeously.
• Record all loads on internal systems and ensure data accuracy.
• Verify invoices against agreed rates.
• Recommend performance improvements or provider changes where required.
• Perform bulk uploads of data and conduct sense checks to ensure data integrity.

Skills

Strong communication and follow-up skills

Good organisational and planning ability

Proficient in computer applications, including intermediate Excel

Ability to manage multiple service providers

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Education

Matric

Job description

Our client, a well-established agricultural operation within the citrus industry, is seeking to employ a Temporary Transport Coordinator to join their team, based in Port Elizabeth.

Requirements

• Matric.
• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Valid drivers license.
• Strong communication and follow‑up skills.
• Good organisational and planning ability.
• Proficient in computer applications, including intermediate Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple service providers.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate transport activities executed by third‑party transport providers.
• Track and monitor all movements with service providers to ensure planned loads are actioned.
• Communicate transport status, delays, or risks to internal teams.
• Handle transport‑related queries professionally and timeously.
• Record all loads on internal systems and ensure data accuracy.
• Verify invoices against agreed rates.
• Recommend performance improvements or provider changes where required.
• Perform bulk uploads of data and conduct sense checks to ensure data integrity.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.