Transport Controller

Recruiter:

SA Metal

Job Ref:

2658810089

Date posted:

Monday, May 19, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Waste Control Division currently has a vacancy for a motivated, professional and organized Transport Controller to join their team. The Transport Controller`s primary purpose is to assist with organizing the logistics of the Waste Control operations to ensure smooth operation and that the requirements of the Waste Control clients are met.

He/she will also be required to:

Manage the day to day transport service requirements
Accurate daily planning and effective usage of resources
Daily briefing and debriefing of drivers
Daily vehicle routing and scheduling
Daily monitoring and tracking of vehicles
Ensure highest possible customer service levels
Ensure that the fleet is in a roadworthy condition and conforms to Company policy in terms of branding and cleanliness
Effective supervision of Drivers and General Assistants
Effective management of Drivers and General Assistants discipline, time keeping and attendance
Effective communication and reporting on various platforms as required by the Company
Liaise with Human Resources department in respect of any staff related issues that do arise
Ensure Occupational Health and Safety requirements are adhered to

QUALIFYING CRITERIA

Grade 12 or equivalent
Previous Fleet controlling experience will be an added advantage
Transport Management or similar qualification will be an added advantage
Proven Leadership ability – must be able to lead by example.
Code 14 driver’s license and (PrDP) will be an advantage
Basic Computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel and Microsoft Office)
Working knowledge of vehicle tracking systems

QUALIFYING ATTRIBUTES

Self-motivated, accurate, goal orientated and attention to detail.
Able to analyse and implement verbal instructions.
Ability to multi-task and manage demanding workload in a pressurised environment.
Ability to work independently and within a team.
Ability to meet deadlines and deliver results (time management).
Excellent communication, telephone & organizational skills
Ability work independently and within a team
Great customer skills

Applicants are invited to forward an application form motivating their suitability for this position to chantel. or WhatsApp their applications to .

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.

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