- Eastern Cape
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Contract
- Sectors: Agriculture General
- Reference: 167806
Vacancy Details
Employer: Woodlands Dairy (Pty) (Ltd)
A six‑month fixed‑term contract opportunity is available for an experienced individual with strong fleet management and milk collection expertise, as well as the ability to effectively enforce discipline
Key Performance Areas
Daily Delivery and Collection Schedule Adherence
- Ensure all drivers report for duty at their scheduled times to prevent late departures and to avoid unnecessary early clock‑ins leading to overtime accumulation.
- Provide direct supervision to approximately 50 employees.
- Ensure full compliance with SOPs, company policies, and operational instructions.
- Promptly escalate all delays to the Transport Manager and the Sales Department.
Vehicle Inspections (Pre‑Trip, En‑Route, and Post‑Trip)
- Ensure drivers complete accurate pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections, signed off by the controller on duty.
- Ensure the workshop is notified of any vehicle defects and that issues are addressed promptly.
- Conduct daily inspection checks together with drivers.
Vehicle Monitoring
- Continuously monitor vehicles in transit using the tracking system.
- Maintain consistent communication with drivers while they are on route.
- Immediately contact drivers regarding any route deviations or alerts received from the tracking system.
Knowledge & Skills
- Matric (Umalusi) or equivalent qualification is compulsory.
- SP2 NOM is essential.
- Minimum of 3 years’ previous supervisory experience, preferably within a logistics or transport environment.
- Strong analytical skills with sound mathematical ability.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage tight deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Working knowledge of the C‑Track tracking system and other logistics-related software.
- Knowledge of Sparrow.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with internal departments.
- A Logistics/Transport qualification and a Code 14 driver’s licence with PrDP will be advantageous.
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