Wine Logistics Regional Fleet Manager (Hybrid)

Placements24; Graafwater; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary and incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Fleet Manager to oversee fleet operations across the Paarl region in the Western Cape. You will be responsible for fleet maintenance, driver management, route optimization, regulatory compliance, and cost control.

This hybrid role requires regular presence at the Paarl depot for critical oversight, while also allowing remote management of strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in fleet management within beverage logistics and strong leadership

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in fleet management.
• Experience leading a team of drivers and logistics personnel.
• Strong knowledge of fleet maintenance and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with fleet management software and TMS.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in route planning and optimization.
• Understanding wine logistics regulations.
• Ability to work remote and on-site.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the regional fleet of specialized delivery vehicles.
• Oversee maintenance, repair schedules, and preventative care.
• Recruit, train, and manage professional drivers.
• Develop and implement efficient routes and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with transportation laws and industry standards.
• Monitor fleet performance metrics and fuel efficiency.
• Manage budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Enforce safety protocols for drivers and vehicles.
• Liaise with clients to ensure delivery satisfaction.
• Use fleet management software to track assets and generate reports.

Skills

Fleet management

Leadership

Route optimization

Regulatory compliance

Cost control

Driver management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or Business Administration

Tools

Fleet management software

Transportation Management System (TMS)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Fleet Manager to oversee fleet operations across the Paarl region in the Western Cape. You will be responsible for fleet maintenance, driver management, route optimization, regulatory compliance, and cost control.

This hybrid role requires regular presence at the Paarl depot for critical oversight, while also allowing remote management of strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in fleet management within beverage logistics and strong leadership