SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
Our client is searching for a Fleet Controller to join their team in Akasia
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Responsible for capturing and updating planned loads on Fleet Management Systems (Soloplan) and to inform the Planner to allocate loads to your trucks.
- Ensure drivers received their loading instructions; ensure they are aware of what is expected of them as well as informing them of any changes.
- Continuously monitor truck and driver movements.
- Ensures that planned and scheduled loads are picked up and delivered on time as well as update stakeholders on progress and delays.
- Ensure that all POD and related documents are clearly and correctly scanned and submitted by driver via the in-cab tablet and that hard copies are handed in when in the yard.
- Monitor the diesel consumption and driver efficiency and inform Training Centre of poor diesel and driver performance.
- Responsible for managing de-briefing sessions with truck drivers and to assist driver’s with all queries they may have.
- Update the daily attendance register of drivers as well as manage all planned and unplanned time-off.
- Continuously liaise with client/s on progress, changes and to resolve any issues.
- Inform Call Centre of any breakdowns or related issues and follow-up on ETA to resolve.
Qualification and experience:
- Minimum grade 12
- 2-4 years related experience as a Fleet Controller in the road freight/logistics industry
- Route Planning & Scheduling: 2 years (Required)
- Truck Monitoring & Driver Management: 2 years (Required)
- Client Management & Relationship Management: 2 years (Required)
- Basic knowledge of excel, word and general computer literacy is paramount.
- Fluent in English and Afrikaans.
NOTE:
This is not an 8:00 to 17:00 job. This job requires extended or irregular hours most of the time
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Education:
- High School (matric) (Required)
- Qualification in Transport/Logistics (Advantage)
Experience:
- Fleet Controller: 4 years (Required)
- Route Planning & Scheduling: 2 years (Required)
- Truck Monitoring & Driver Management: 2 years (Required)
- Client Management & Relationship Management: 2 years (Required)
Note: Experience must have been obtained in a Freight and Logistics Company. Must have worked with tautliners and/or tipper trucks - NO busses, 3-ton or 5-ton trucks. Preference will be given to candidates with tipper and mining experience.
Language:
- English (read, write and comprehend)
- Afrikaans (must be able to speak or at least understand)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License & Own Transport (Esential)
