Logistics Planner / Fleet Manager

SUMMARY:
Are you a transport professional who thrives in a fast-paced operation?
 
Job title: Logistics Planner / Fleet Manager

Location: Germiston

Salary: R30K – R55K negotiable depending on experience

Job Type: Full time
 
About the Job

A top transport and cold-chain company wants a strong, organized Logistics Planner / Fleet Controller / Fleet Manager to join their team. The job is at their main depot in Gosforth Park, Germiston.

This company moves goods across South Africa and over the borders into SADC countries. They offer a stable workspace where you can grow your career. If you love fast-paced transport work, this role is perfect for you. You will look after a high-quality fleet and make sure cargo arrives safely and on time.

POSITION INFO:
What You Will Do

• Plan and send out a fleet of more than 100 heavy trucks every day.
• Watch truck movements live using advanced tracking software.
• Check trailer temperatures all the time to keep food and medicine safe.
• Plan the best long-distance and cross-border routes to save fuel and time.
• Work with the workshop team to fix truck breakdowns quickly.
• Talk to drivers before they leave and when they return to give them instructions and check their trips.
• Check driver logbooks, fuel slips, trip papers, and border documents carefully.
• Manage driver times so trucks do not face long delays at delivery centres.

• A valid Matric (Grade 12) Senior Certificate.
• At least 5 years of experience working with truck fleets.
• Real experience working with fridge trailers and temperature control units.
• Good knowledge of South African roads and SADC cross-border rules.
• The ability to solve problems calmly when trucks break down far away.
• A strong, clear way of speaking to lead and support drivers every day.