Transport Operations Supervisor: Route & Fleet Leader

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Career advancement opportunities

Medical and retirement benefits

Training opportunities

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a proactive Transport Operations Supervisor to lead a team of drivers and dispatchers. You will oversee daily transport activities, optimize routes, monitor fleet performance, and ensure safety compliance to deliver timely results.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and hands-on experience in transport operations within the logistics sector.

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory or management experience in transport/logistics.
• Strong knowledge of route planning and fleet management software.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate a team effectively.
• Valid driving licence; Code 14 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the transport team, including drivers and dispatchers.
• Plan and optimize delivery routes to ensure efficiency and timely completion.
• Monitor fleet performance, fuel consumption, and maintenance schedules.
• Ensure compliance with all traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Manage operational costs and implement strategies to improve profitability and efficiency in transport operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Route planning

Fleet management software

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Fleet management software

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a proactive Transport Operations Supervisor to lead a team of drivers and dispatchers. You will oversee daily transport activities, optimize routes, monitor fleet performance, and ensure safety compliance to deliver timely results.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and hands-on experience in transport operations within the logistics sector.