Commercial Vehicle Senior Fleet Controller - Sandton, Gauteng

Recruiter:

Select Motor Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB000599/DP

Date posted:

Monday, May 19, 2025

Location:

Sandton, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Report to: Fleet Manager / Operations Manager
Remuneration: Market related dependent on experience

Purpose Of The Job:

Our client is a well-established company within the transport industry, specializing in providing reliable and efficient vehicle hire services. They are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Fleet Controller to oversee the coordination, scheduling, and operational performance of a large vehicle fleet. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience managing high-volume fleet operations, thrive under pressure, and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with both internal teams and external customers.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

Manage the day-to-day operations of a large and diverse fleet
Coordinate vehicle dispatch, scheduling, and routing to ensure efficiency and timeliness
Monitor and report on fleet performance, compliance, and utilization
Liaise effectively with drivers, operations staff, and management to resolve issues promptly
Ensure vehicles are maintained, serviced, and compliant with all legal and safety standards
Handle customer inquiries, feedback, and complaints in a professional and timely manner
Identify areas for process improvement and implement best practices in fleet management
Respond to incidents and emergencies as needed, maintaining calm and control under pressure
Maintain accurate records of vehicle movements, fuel usage, and operational data

Requirements:

Relevant logistics or transport qualification (e.g., Transport Management CPC, Fleet Management Certificate)
Experience in telematics and route optimization systems
Familiarity with health & safety regulations in transport/logistics
Minimum 5 years’ proven experience as a Fleet Controller or logistics Operations role, within the Automotive industry
Proven experience managing a large fleet in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
Ability to build effective working relationships with all types of people, including drivers, colleagues, and customers
Customer-focused with a professional and approachable manner
Ability to work long hours, including weekends or evenings, when required
Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance, routing software, and fleet compliance standards
Proficient in using fleet management systems and Microsoft Office tools
Automotive Industry experience ESSENTIAL!!

Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 14 days from application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.
Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the specified criteria as per the job spec. If you do not meet the requirements, Select Motor Recruitment reserves the right not to respond to your application.

Applications should be submitted no later than Wednesday 21 May 2025.

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