Akasia: Fleet Controller posted by Profession Hub

Our client is searching for a Fleet Controller to join their team in Akasia.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Responsible for capturing and updating planned loads on Fleet Management Systems (Soloplan) and informing the Planner to allocate loads to your trucks.
• Ensure drivers receive their loading instructions; ensure they are aware of what is expected of them, as well as informing them of any changes.
• Continuously monitor truck and driver movements.
• Ensures that planned and scheduled loads are picked up and delivered on time, as well as updates stakeholders on progress and delays.
• Ensure that all POD and related documents are clearly and correctly scanned and submitted by the driver via the in-cab tablet and that hard copies are handed in when in the yard.
• Monitor the diesel consumption and driver efficiency and inform the Training Centre of poor diesel and driver performance.
• Responsible for managing de-briefing sessions with truck drivers and assisting drivers with all queries they may have.
• Update the daily attendance register of drivers as well as manage all planned and unplanned time-off.
• Continuously liaise with client/s on progress, changes, and to resolve any issues.
• Inform the Call Centre of any breakdowns or related issues and follow up on ETA to resolve.

Qualification and experience:

• Minimum grade 12
• 2-4 years related experience as a Fleet Controller in the road freight/logistics industry
• Basic knowledge of excel, word and general computer literacy is paramount.
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans.

NOTE:

This is not an 8:00 to 17:00 job. This job requires extended or irregular hours most of the time

Education:

• High School (matric) (Required)
• Qualification in Transport/Logistics (Advantage)

Experience:

• Fleet Controller: 4 years (Required)
• Route Planning & Scheduling: 2 years (Required)
• Truck Monitoring & Driver Management: 2 years (Required)
• Client Management & Relationship Management: 2 years (Required)

Note: Experience must have been obtained in a Freight and Logistics Company. Must have worked with tautliners and/or tipper trucks – no busses, 3-ton or 5-ton trucks. Preference will be given to candidates with tipper and mining experience.

Language:

• English (read, write and comprehend)
• Afrikaans (must be able to speak or at least understand)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License & Own Transport (Esential)