Cross Border Fleet Manager

SUMMARY:
We are currently partnering with a growing logistics and transport business that is strengthening its cross-border operations across Southern Africa. This is a senior opportunity for an experienced Fleet Manager with deep expertise in cross-border transport, operational performance, and fleet optimisation.

POSITION INFO:
Role Overview

The Cross-Border Fleet Manager will take full responsibility for the performance, compliance, safety, utilisation, and profitability of a cross-border fleet operating across the SADC region. This role requires a highly experienced operational leader with strong knowledge of transport corridors, border processes, fleet cost control, and driver management.

Key Responsibilities
Fleet Operations Management

• Oversee daily performance and operational readiness of the cross-border fleet
• Ensure maximum fleet utilisation, productivity, and efficiency
• Manage route planning, scheduling, load execution, and delivery performance
• Monitor operational and financial performance against targets
• Implement initiatives to optimise fleet performance and reduce downtime
• Ensure safe, efficient, and customer-focused transport execution

• Manage transport operations across key SADC corridors
• Monitor border performance, transit times, and route challenges
• Ensure all permits, licences, and regulatory requirements are in place
• Collaborate with internal teams to minimise delays and improve efficiency
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement corrective actions
• Ensure full compliance with customs, transport, and regulatory frameworks

• Lead and manage drivers, fleet coordinators, and operational staff
• Monitor driver performance, behaviour, and compliance
• Promote a strong safety and accountability culture
• Conduct performance management, coaching, and disciplinary processes
• Ensure adherence to company procedures and safety standards

• Oversee preventative maintenance and servicing schedules
• Monitor breakdowns, downtime, and maintenance costs
• Coordinate with service providers to ensure vehicle availability
• Ensure all fleet assets meet safety and compliance standards
• Support fleet planning and asset replacement strategies

• Monitor fuel consumption, route costs, and operational expenses
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising service delivery
• Track profitability by vehicle, route, and corridor
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance reviews
• Ensure fleet operations contribute positively to overall profitability

• Ensure compliance with transport legislation and internal policies
• Monitor licences, permits, insurance, and regulatory documentation
• Promote health, safety, and environmental standards
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and service failures
• Support internal and external audits

• Ensure service delivery meets customer expectations and SLAs
• Work closely with commercial and customer service teams
• Provide operational reporting and performance feedback
• Support business growth through reliable and cost-effective operations

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in cross-border transport operations
• Minimum 5 years in a senior fleet management role
• Strong knowledge of SADC corridors, border processes, and route planning
• Proven experience managing drivers, fleet operations, and service providers
• Strong understanding of transport legislation, compliance, and safety standards
• Strong financial acumen with experience in cost control and profitability
• Excellent leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s licence

• Experience operating across Southern Africa cross-border environments
• Background in logistics, transport, or supply chain operations
• Exposure to fleet management systems, telematics, and optimisation tools
• Experience supporting sectors such as mining, FMCG, manufacturing, retail, or agriculture

• Strong operational leadership and accountability
• Ability to manage high-pressure, complex logistics environments
• Commercial and cost-focused mindset
• Strong people management and driver leadership skills
• Excellent planning, coordination, and execution ability
• Customer-focused approach

• Fleet utilisation and availability
• Profitability and cost efficiency
• Fuel consumption and control
• Transit time and delivery performance
• Border crossing efficiency
• Driver productivity and compliance
• Maintenance compliance and downtime
• Safety performance
• Customer satisfaction

• Regular site visits and operational oversight required
• Travel within South Africa and the SADC region may be required
• This role suits a highly experienced, hands-on fleet leader who thrives in a performance-driven environment