Transport Operations Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Bonuses

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Transport Operations Specialist to join our hybrid team serving the Mahikeng region. You will coordinate daily transport schedules, monitor fleet performance, and ensure regulatory compliance, working on-site for critical tasks and remotely for planning.

The role requires experience in transport operations, knowledge of logistics software, and strong organizational and communication skills to resolve issues with drivers and warehouse staff and to improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport operations, logistics, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily transport schedules and operations, ensuring timely pickups and deliveries.
• Monitor fleet performance and driver activities to ensure efficiency and adherence to schedules.
• Manage logistics documentation, including manifests, delivery reports, and compliance records.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, warehouse staff, and other stakeholders to resolve operational issues.
• Analyze transportation data to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost reduction.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation laws, safety regulations, and company policies.

Skills

Transport operations

Logistics software

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Transport Operations Specialist to join their hybrid team serving the Mahikeng region. This role is essential for optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of the company's transportation services. You will be responsible for coordinating logistics, managing schedules, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. Working closely with drivers and management, you will contribute to the smooth running of daily operations, leveraging both on-site presence for critical tasks and remote capabilities for planning and analysis, ensuring seamless movement of goods and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily transport schedules and operations, ensuring timely pickups and deliveries.
• Monitor fleet performance and driver activities to ensure efficiency and adherence to schedules.
• Manage logistics documentation, including manifests, delivery reports, and compliance records.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, warehouse staff, and other stakeholders to resolve operational issues.
• Analyze transportation data to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost reduction.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation laws, safety regulations, and company policies.

Requirements

• Proven experience in transport operations , logistics, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of transportation management systems and logistics software.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both an office and remote setting.
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and safety best practices.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to managing operations.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.