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Triton Express: Closed Distribution Manager (Midrand) at Triton Express (Pty) Ltd
Triton Express (Pty) Ltd
September 12, 2026
Full-time
On-site
The position of a Closed Distribution Manager has become available at Triton Express in Midrand.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Managing operational staff by:
Recruiting, selecting, orientating and training staff
Maintaining a safe and secure working environment
Ensuring legislative compliance in terms of Basic Conditions of Employment, Labour Relations, Employment Equity, Skills Development and safety, welfare and health
Communicating job expectations and managing performance
Coaching, counseling, disciplining and handling grievances
Administering staff matters includes preparing and authorizing overtime schedules, preparing staff leave schedules, absenteeism and other HR Management / document requirements
Maintaining operations service and quality standards by:
Monitoring freight departures, collections, deliveries and arrivals
Ensuring timeous departure of all route vehicles
Verifying freight handling and the application of collection and dispatch procedures
Verifying data capturing procedures and processes
Taking corrective action in terms of problems identified
Monitoring and ensuring: on time delivery, actioning missed collections, data capturing errors are identified and corrected, productivity levels (collections, deliveries) by route / driver / collections clerk are maximized, effective POD capturing
Planning routes and monitoring kilometres of route vehicles
Preparing required operational reports in Excel
Administering / monitoring fuel consumption, vehicle service and mileage records, traffic violation fines, cargo and accident claims, freight discrepancies, etc.
Handling customer queries / requirements by investigating, proposing solutions and taking corrective action
Maintaining operational assets, including scanners, and ensuring vehicles are properly maintained
Checking vehicle presentation, analyzing vehicle abuse and driver behavior & taking corrective action
Ensuring warehouse housekeeping is maintained
Reviewing operations performance via Freightware and management reports in terms of damages, claims, productivity, PODS processed, load times, customer complaints, delivery problems, special requirements etc.
Ensuring compliance with all HR policies, practices and administrative procedures
Advising warehouse staff of loading instructions
Sorting waybills into delivery routes
Monitoring correct handling of cargo
Constant monitoring of vehicle loading and floor activity as and when required
Administering and recording retention of operational documentation
Ensuring that all operational information is communicated efficiently
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
Qualification
Grade 12 Matric certificate
Preferred B.Com Degree or Diploma in Logistics or Transport
Experience
3/5 Years transport or freight operational experience.
3 Years experience in supervisory capacity
Knowledge
Knowledge of road transportation in SA
Basic knowledge on Managerial / people management principles
Basic understanding of MS Word, Excel and Outlook
Legislation (BCOE Act)
In depth understanding of freight operational processes Geographic understanding of area of operation and a detailed understanding of Transport ordinances and loading requirements
In depth understanding of freight processes, including Freightware and similar management systems
Skills
English Language fluency
Good time management skills, ability to work under pressure and meet required deadlines
Consistently accurate with strong attention to detail
Self-motivated
Problem solving skills
Ability to handle customer queries and complaints - taking the necessary corrective action as and when required
Ability to motivate staff
Presentable and of a professional manner at all times
Reliable
Excellent communication skills
Other
Code 08 Drivers License
Own reliable transport to and from work
Willingness to consistently work long hours including weekends and be available for call outs
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Managing operational staff by:
Recruiting, selecting, orientating and training staff
Maintaining a safe and secure working environment
Ensuring legislative compliance in terms of Basic Conditions of Employment, Labour Relations, Employment Equity, Skills Development and safety, welfare and health
Communicating job expectations and managing performance
Coaching, counseling, disciplining and handling grievances
Administering staff matters includes preparing and authorizing overtime schedules, preparing staff leave schedules, absenteeism and other HR Management / document requirements
Maintaining operations service and quality standards by:
Monitoring freight departures, collections, deliveries and arrivals
Ensuring timeous departure of all route vehicles
Verifying freight handling and the application of collection and dispatch procedures
Verifying data capturing procedures and processes
Taking corrective action in terms of problems identified
Monitoring and ensuring: on time delivery, actioning missed collections, data capturing errors are identified and corrected, productivity levels (collections, deliveries) by route / driver / collections clerk are maximized, effective POD capturing
Planning routes and monitoring kilometres of route vehicles
Preparing required operational reports in Excel
Administering / monitoring fuel consumption, vehicle service and mileage records, traffic violation fines, cargo and accident claims, freight discrepancies, etc.
Handling customer queries / requirements by investigating, proposing solutions and taking corrective action
Maintaining operational assets, including scanners, and ensuring vehicles are properly maintained
Checking vehicle presentation, analyzing vehicle abuse and driver behavior & taking corrective action
Ensuring warehouse housekeeping is maintained
Reviewing operations performance via Freightware and management reports in terms of damages, claims, productivity, PODS processed, load times, customer complaints, delivery problems, special requirements etc.
Ensuring compliance with all HR policies, practices and administrative procedures
Advising warehouse staff of loading instructions
Sorting waybills into delivery routes
Monitoring correct handling of cargo
Constant monitoring of vehicle loading and floor activity as and when required
Administering and recording retention of operational documentation
Ensuring that all operational information is communicated efficiently
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
Qualification
Grade 12 Matric certificate
Preferred B.Com Degree or Diploma in Logistics or Transport
Experience
3/5 Years transport or freight operational experience.
3 Years experience in supervisory capacity
Knowledge
Knowledge of road transportation in SA
Basic knowledge on Managerial / people management principles
Basic understanding of MS Word, Excel and Outlook
Legislation (BCOE Act)
In depth understanding of freight operational processes Geographic understanding of area of operation and a detailed understanding of Transport ordinances and loading requirements
In depth understanding of freight processes, including Freightware and similar management systems
Skills
English Language fluency
Good time management skills, ability to work under pressure and meet required deadlines
Consistently accurate with strong attention to detail
Self-motivated
Problem solving skills
Ability to handle customer queries and complaints - taking the necessary corrective action as and when required
Ability to motivate staff
Presentable and of a professional manner at all times
Reliable
Excellent communication skills
Other
Code 08 Drivers License
Own reliable transport to and from work
Willingness to consistently work long hours including weekends and be available for call outs