Transport Controller

Recruiter:

Wasteplan

Job Ref:

JHB000043/CM

Date posted:

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We are looking for an energetic, detail-oriented Transport Controller to assist in managing our fleet. The ideal candidate must conduct themselves professionally and they must be willing to work day or night shift as per a monthly roster. People management skills are essential for this role. Based in Denver, Johannesburg.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Summary
Responsible for all Drivers, Runners and vehicles, as well as efficient route planning and coordination of collections

Responsibilities

Management of the vehicle tracking system

Daily tracking of vehicles to ensure that we follow the best possible route
Efficient route planning, using the vehicle management route optimization system

Responsible for coordinating collections with Drivers and Runners

Ensure vehicles leave the yard no later than 15 minutes after their shift has commenced
Provide daily collection schedules from the vehicle management system and amend when required on the applicable system
Schedule / reschedule or cancel collections on the vehicle management system when applicable
Ensure vehicles offload timeously, to minimize turnaround times (at the sites and MRF’s) and improve productivity

Personnel management

Ensure that staff members work productively and efficiently, as stipulated in their job description
Conduct monthly team meetings with Drivers and Runners
Ensure that staff members wear the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Ensure employees clock in and clock out daily
Confirm that the attendance registers are signed by staff when required
Effective management and appointment of casual staff in the transport department
Assist Drivers in completing accident and damage report as per the company SOP’s
Ensure all Drivers offload their materials at the end of each shift

Management of vehicles

Ensure that vehicle inspections are carried out daily and report any defects to the Transport Manager
Conduct inspections on the vehicle tyre pressure weekly
Complete the electronic inspection sheet when conducting inspections
Inspect all vehicles and trailers once per month
Update the GPS ODO reading weekly with vehicle ODO reading
Ensure that vehicles are serviced on time, as per service intervals, and plan accordingly to minimize the impact on operations
Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy before they leave the yard
Ensure vehicles are delivered on time to the relevant service providers for repairs

Manifest management

Print out a manifest pack for each driver and issue this to them
Ensure that all manifests are received, completed, and handed over to the relevant person

Payroll

Follow up on and complete leave forms when requested
Verify remaining leave amounts with HR
Ensure all leave forms are sent to HR before concluding payroll
Ensure employee transfers are done before concluding payroll

SHEQ responsibilities

Update all staff on all legislation, rules and responsibilities as prescribed in the company’s COVID-19 SOP
Validate Drivers and Runners medicals
Book and plan inductions on various sites as required
Complete breathalysing tests upon staff arrival for shift and conduct random checks throughout the shift
Confirm that the breathalyser registers are signed
Ensure staff SOP’s and SWP are valid and in place when being used
Ensure the Drivers and Runners clean their vehicles daily
Handle injuries on duty and report as prescribed by the company IOD policy
Action corrective or preventative procedures when and IOD takes place
Ensure that all incidents and accidents are investigated and reported, and that preventative action is taken to avoid further incidents or accidents

Competencies

Good interpersonal and people management skills
Group orientated leadership
Ability to coach and motivate staff members to achieve better results
Ability to delegate
Ability to confront, self-confident and a self-starter
Ability to solve problems and effective conflict management
Ability to communicate effectively to solve internal and external problems
Ability to work on Microsoft Office (Microsoft Teams, Excel and Word)
Planning and organizational skills
Monitor progress and take appropriate actions when the planning has changed
Emotional skills: sensitivity and ability to be emphatic, ability to listen and create an environment of trust for staff members
Accuracy in work and the ability to manage documentation and administration in a responsible manner

Requirements

Grade 12, a relevant degree / diploma will be highly advantageous
Must be willing to work day shift or night shift, in accordance with a monthly roster
Minimum 3 years working experience in a similar role
Valid driver’s license with own reliable transport preferable
Must be well presented, professional and have excellent communication skills

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

Closing date: 21st November 2022
Should you wish to apply, please follow the online application process.

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