Fleet Controller at Value Logistics

Purpose of the Job

• To manage and ensure the upkeep of the entire fleet. To manage the services as well as all the work that is carried out on a specific vehicle.

Key Responsibilities 

• The capture and management of the fleet servicing information
• The capture and analysis of refuelling and subsequent fuel consumptions of all Gauteng based vehicles
• The Consolidation and analysis of all fuel consumption on the national fleet
• Engaging with drivers to encourage better fuel consumption
• Forecasting servicing and refuelling requirements and the execution of said servicing and refuelling
• The capture and management of vehicle Work In Progress reports
• Assisting the National fleet supervisor with daily fleet planning
• Pre and post trip inspections of the vehicles
• The management of the overall fleet condition
• Ensuring that panic button tests are conducted at least once a month
• The checking of the vehicle checklists and logging queries daily
• Updating the vehicle KMs daily
• The management of vehicle COF’s, ensuring that the COF is complete 30 days before the expiry date
• The management of tail lift load test and services, ensuring that the load test is completed before the expiry date
• Facilitating the washing of trucks as per the arranged plan
• Consolidate and compile in-depth study on job card costs
• Reporting and investigation of Accidents
• Investigating, reporting and analysing fines
• Utilise the Value route planning software and mapping tools to design efficient delivery routes that minimise distance, fuel consumption and travel time
• Consider factors such as delivery schedules, vehicle capacity and customer locations to optimise route efficiency
• Plan and optimise transportation routes to maximise efficiency and minimise costs
• Track order status and proactively address any issues with the supervisors that may arise during the delivery process
• Ensure the vehicle trip sheets are submitted to the Supervisor and Customer daily
• Compile and reconcile planning statistics and submit them to Manager
• Updating and maintaining all driver related information
• Vehicle tracking

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in similar role

Skills Required

• Report writing and configuration
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Data analysis and analytical thinking
• Problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong Numerical ability
• Attention to detail