Transport Manager - Johannesburg, South Africa - Wasteplan

Wasteplan

Verified Company

Johannesburg, South Africa

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Job Summary
To manage, control and coordinate all aspects relating to transport within WastePlan / SmartMatta, in the Gauteng region

Responsibilities

Management of the transport department

Provide leadership to the transport department
Short and mediumterm route planning
Compiling of transport budgets
Efficient management of all personnel within the department
Implementation of effective fleet asset management systems
Daily management and control of all transport related expenses
Responsible for the ontime completion of all required reports
Timeous communication to all role players (internal / externally)

Management of Drivers and Runners

Manage the commercial transport departments and all staff that fall within the transport department, in your region
Liaise with staff regarding collections
Monitor the production of employees with regards to collections and deliveries
Responsible for efficient utilization of the fleet
Managing of fuel efficiencies (KM per litre)
Maximizing collection efficiencies (KG per litre)
Ensure drivers receive training on efficient and defensive driving skills

Operational route planning

Periodically evaluate routes as per contract
Evaluation of routes to ensure productivity and efficiency
Compile new routes as per contracts
Adhere to all adhoc requests regarding collections

Company vehicles:

Maintenance / Licensing / Fines:

Manage the Transport Controllers
Ensure all vehicles are maintained according to program
Ensure all receptacles (cages, bins, trailers) are maintained
Proper management of fuel and tyres expenditure
Responsible for dealing with all "breakdowns"
Manage the Transport Admin Assistants
Ensure all vehicles undergo COF and are licensed
Administration of all fines

Requirements:

Minimum Matric. A relevant Diploma or Degree will be advantageous
Minimum 10 years working experience in a similar role
Relevant qualifications and experience, knowledge and skills
Valid drivers license and own reliable transport is essential
Must be professional and have excellent communications skills

Employment will be implemented in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.

Only Applicants considered for the role will be contacted.

**Closing date: 20th January 2023