Job Advert Summary
Fleet Controller play a critical role in coordinating activities, ensuring operational efficiency, and supervising a team of employees to achieve operational goals. Initiates, plans, co-ordinates, motivates and supervises the operational activities in a division of the terminal/depot which could despatch its product by road transport. Ensures that all customers receive efficient, timeous deliveries of products/goods.
Minimum Requirements
Tertiary qualification in Logistics/ Transportation Management
Code EC driver's license an advantage
2 years minimum experience in a senior supervisory position in the Transport Industry
7-year minimum experience in a supervisory position
Computer literate and with advance skill in MS Excel
Knowledge of NBCRFI Main agreement
Technical Knowledge in regard to Tyres and Vehicle Maintenance
SHEQ experience in the Transport Industry
Familiar with Mix Telematics and DriveCam systems
Understanding of transport economics and finances
Driven towards achieving production targets and upholding high standards.
Able to communicate with, supervise and motivate employees to achieve targets
Duties & Responsibilities
Fleet Operation Management
Oversee daily scheduling and dispatch of petroleum tankers.
Ensuring timely and safe deliveries to depots, retail sites, and industrial clients.
Track vehicle usage, maintenance schedules and fuel consumption
Driver Supervision & Compliance
Monitor driver performance, enforce adherence to Chemicals handling protocols.
Ensure compliance with the National Road Traffic Act, Dangerous Goods regulations, and company SHEQ standards.
Ensure adherence to company policies, industry regulations and safty standerds
Vehicle Readiness & Safety
Ensure all vehicles are maintained in accordance with OEM and petroleum industry standards.
Conduct regular inspections and coordinate preventative maintenance and statutory checks (e.g., SANS 1518 compliance).
Keep records of vehicle repairs, servicing and inspection
Incident Management
Lead initial responses to breakdowns, spills, or safety incidents.
Ensure proper reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions in collaboration with SHEQ teams.
Maintain legal and regulatory compliance
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain accurate records of trip sheets, delivery logs, fuel reconciliations, and driver hours.
Submit daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports to management.
Maintain and update SOPs for operational tasks.
Ensure all team members have access to and understand these documents
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as the operational point of contact for chemicals clients.
Address service issues, coordinate delivery adjustments, and uphold contractual KPIs.
Ensuing timely and quality service delivery by providing consistent updates and feedback.
Handling complaints and escalations effectively.
Training & Development
Support driver training on hazardous materials handling, defensive driving, and emergency response.
Conduct safety audits by coaching drivers on safe behavior and enforcing disciplinary procedure for safety violations.
Leading toolbox talks and safety briefings in collaboration with SHERQ teams
Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Closing Date
2026/05/27