Transport Manager

Recruiter:

Wasteplan

Job Ref:

JHB000104/CM

Date posted:

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Ready to take the wheel in a fast-moving, eco-focused industry? We're on the hunt for a dynamic Transport Manager to lead our fleet and shape smarter, greener logistics solutions. As a key player in our mission to revolutionize waste collection and sustainability, you’ll oversee daily operations, optimize routes, and inspire a high-performing team.

If you're fuelled by challenge, powered by innovation, and passionate about making an environmental impact – this is your chance to lead from the front. Offering real growth potential, and the satisfaction of doing work that matters.

Turn waste into opportunity. Apply now and drive change.

POSITION INFO:
Job Summary:
As a Transport Manager, you will be responsible for leading and optimizing all aspects related to transport for WastePlan in the Gauteng region. Within this role, you will have to manage and coordinate the movement of all vehicles within the region, ensuring cost effectiveness, sustainability, as well as operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

Management of the transport department

Provide leadership to the transport department
Short and medium-term route planning
Compiling of transport budgets
Efficient management of all personnel within the department
Implementation of effective fleet asset management systems
Daily management and control of all transport-related expenses
Responsible for the on-time completion of all required reports
Timely communication to all role players (internal / external)

Management of Drivers and Runners

Manage the commercial transport departments and all staff that fall within the transport department in your region
Liaise with staff regarding collections
Monitor the production of employees with regard to collections and deliveries
Responsible for the efficient utilization of the fleet
Managing fuel efficiencies (KM per litre)
Maximizing collection efficiencies (KG per litre)
Ensure drivers receive training on efficient and defensive driving skills

Employment will be implemented in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.
Only Applicants being considered for the role will be contacted.

Closing date: 23rd May 2025
Should you wish to apply, please follow the online application process

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