Unitrans designs, implements and manages bespoke supply chain solutions. Our services include transportation, warehousing, mining and agricultural services, freight forwarding and clearing, and supply chain consulting. Unitrans is a subsidiary of KAP Industrial Holdings Limited; an investment company with a portfolio of diverse manufacturing and consumer ...
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Job Advert Summary
- We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Customs Manager to join Unitrans Freight Forwarding & Clearing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with the Customs & Excise Act, leading the customs team, and safeguarding our clients’ interests in all customs-related matters. This includes interpreting legislation, managing risk, ensuring accurate declarations, representing the company in disputes with SARS, and engaging with authorities at senior levels.
- This is a key leadership role requiring technical expertise, strong decision-making ability, and the capability to deliver efficient, compliant, and value-adding customs solutions to our clients.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum qualification: Relevant 4-year Degree (NQF Level 7) in Customs, International Trade, Logistics, or related field.
- Professional accreditation: Customs Practitioner/Accreditation (e.g., SARS RLA registration, SAFFCA/SAFFA membership) preferred.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years in a senior customs role within Freight Forwarding & Clearing.
Strong knowledge of:
- Customs & Excise Act, HS Tariff Classification, Rules of Origin
- VAT, Duties, and Rebate structures
- Bond stores, Removals in Bond (RIB/RIT), and Refunds/Provisional Payments
- Systems experience: Proficiency in ShipShape or similar clearing software
- Strong leadership, client-facing, and problem-solving skills.
Duties & Responsibilities
Leadership & Cost Control
- Lead the national customs team and ensure adherence to all processes and procedures.
- Manage customs deferments across branches.
- Provide forecasts, statistics, and reporting to Finance and Management.
Tariff Classification & Entries
- Review client documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Determine correct tariff headings and duty structures using product knowledge, literature, and HS codes.
- Prepare and submit Bills of Entry, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Stay updated with tariff amendments, customs rulings, and regulatory changes.
Financial Compliance & Refunds
- Manage applications for refunds, provisional payments, and rebates.
- Ensure timeous processing of refunds and accurate bond store reconciliations.
- Maintain up-to-date permits, licenses, and compliance records.
SARS Liaison & Dispute Management
- Handle customs queries, audits, and disputes with SARS.
- Represent the company in stakeholder engagements, industry forums, and government consultations.
- Provide ongoing training and updates to management and clients regarding customs changes.
Removals in Bond (RIB/RIT)
- Prepare and monitor RIB/RIT shipments until acquittal.
- Submit acquittals within statutory deadlines and update SARS systems accordingly.
- Maintain accurate registers and compliance records.
Systems, Reporting & Client Engagement
- Monitor ShipShape (or equivalent) for stops, releases, and compliance alerts.
- Conduct client visits, audits, and offer value-add advisory services.
- Submit departmental reports by the 5th of each month.
- Ensure ongoing client satisfaction by providing clear, compliant, and cost-effective solutions.
Closing Date
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Job Advert Summary
- Category Manager: Energy (Fuel & Lubrication) is responsible for leading one of Unitrans' most strategic and high-impact categories, overseeing the end-to-end sourcing, optimisation, and commercial management of fuel, lubricants, and related energy solutions across the Southern African region.
- The role encompasses the complete supplier and contract lifecycle, including security of supply, pricing and rebate structures, depot and on-road refuelling solutions, regulatory compliance, ESG considerations, and the integration and optimisation of fuel-related technologies and systems.
- This position drives the development and execution of category strategies that deliver measurable value, strengthen relationships with major oil suppliers, support operational performance, and align with Unitrans' broader objectives for efficiency, cost leadership, sustainability, and long-term growth. The category is critical to enabling Unitrans' fleet through reliable, cost-effective, and innovative energy supply solutions.
Minimum Requirements
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years in Procurement or Supply Chain management
- Proven track record of managing procurement categories.
- Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations at a senior level.
- Experience in managing complex, high risk projects and programs to improve performance and deliver service.
- Experience with digital procurement tools, e-sourcing, ERP systems, and analytics platforms.
Required Qualification:
- Relevant degree level or postgraduate business qualification.
- Chartered Institute for Procurement and Supply (Diploma in Purchasing and/or equivalent)
- Category management within procurement
- Strong understanding of procurement methodologies, contract law, and vendor management.
Skills
Technical skills:
- Analytical: Ability to analyse data and market trends to make informed decisions.
- Leveraging off ERP systems, analytical tools and procurement software.
- Financial skills: Intermediate and above numerical skills including a good understanding of finance and budget management
- Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation abilities to secure favourable terms, conditions and prices from suppliers.
- Communication: Effective communication skills to interact with a variety of stakeholders and suppliers. Good command of the agreed business language
- Project & Change Management: Capability to manage projects and change in dynamic environments.
- Problem-Solving: Skill in resolving issues related to procurement, logistics, and supplier relationships.
- Strategic Business Partner: Service oriented mindset aligning business objectives with Procurement strategies. Long-term planning.
- Business acumen: understand the organisations' purpose, strategy and the external landscape, and how the processes and systems help to generate value across the organisation value chain.
- Risk management: the ability to proactively identify, assess, respond to and review controls to address risk factors across the value chain.
Behavioural skills:
- Leadership
- Detail-oriented
- Strategic thinker
- Adaptable
- Ethical
- Results-driven
- Innovative
- Persuasive
- Resilient
- Collaborative
- Strong communicator
Competencies
- Strong knowledge of Procurement and business transformation projects.
- Proven ability to work with, present to, and influence senior management.
- Ability to lead, inspire, and influence beyond reporting lines.
- Exceptional communication, storytelling, and influential leadership capabilities.
- Team player and collaboration advocate.
- Excellent analytical and data-driven decision-making skills, including the ability to use data to drive improvements.
- Advanced knowledge of Procurement software and systems (e.g., P2P, e-auctions, contract management).
- In-depth knowledge of supply markets, trends, and best practices in Procurement.
- Strong knowledge of ESG, sustainability and ethical sourcing practices.
Duties & Responsibilities
Category strategy:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned category or categories to achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and supply chain efficiencies.
Benefits tracking:
- Create and maintain a value benefits pipeline for each category and track benefits achieved.
Supplier management:
- Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance.
- Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimise procurement processes.
Cost management:
- Analyse costs, identify savings opportunities, and implement cost-effective procurement strategies.
Risk management:
- Assess and mitigate risks related to procurement activities, ensuring continuity of supply.
Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration:
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements, provide procurement expertise, and ensure alignment with organisational goals.
- Actively work with divisional management and / or KAP senior category manager/s to support initiatives.
Change & transformation:
- Lead category-related initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes, tools, and ways of working.
- Support the Head of Procurement with driving change and enablement.
Procurement expertise:
- Stay updated with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in procurement to recommend and implement innovative sourcing strategies.
Closing Date
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Job Advert Summary
- To generate profitable new business and manage existing client relationships within the freight forwarding and clearing environment. The Sales Executive will develop and execute sales strategies aligned with company objectives to drive revenue growth across air, sea, and crossborder logistics services.
- The role requires strong industry experience, commercial acumen, and client relationship skills, ensuring sustainable business and high customer satisfaction
Minimum Requirements
- Academic Qualification: Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 ) in Sales, Logistics, Marketing, or Supply Chain
- Experience: Minimum 10 years’ experience in international freight forwarding and clearing sales, with proven track record of client acquisition and retention
Skills and Competencies
- Client Orientation – Builds and maintains strong client relationships; anticipates and responds to client needs.
- Commercial Acumen – Understands cost structures, Import/Export Process and costing associated with it, profit margins, and pricing strategy within freight forwarding.
- Negotiation Skills – Strong ability to negotiate terms and close deals profitably.
- Industry Knowledge – Deep understanding of international freight, customs, andcross-border logistics.
- Communication – Clear, persuasive, and professional communication across all business levels.
- Accountability – Takes ownership for achieving personal and company sales goals.
- Integrity & Confidentiality – Upholds ethical standards and respects confidentiality in all dealings.
- Resilience & Drive – Self-motivated with the persistence to pursue opportunities and overcome challenges.
Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Client Acquisition
- Identify, qualify, and secure new business opportunities in line with UFFC’s strategic growth plan, including new sales, between 8 to10 New Sales Visits per week
- Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective clients through market intelligence and networking.
- Present tailored logistics solutions that align with client requirements and company capabilities.
- Negotiate and close contracts within company pricing and margin guidelines.
- Meet and exceed agreed sales targets and profitability metrics.
Account Management & Client Retention
- Maintain strong, ongoing relationships with existing clients, ensuring continued satisfaction and retention.
- Conduct regular client visits, performance reviews, and business reviews to identify upselling or cross-selling opportunities.
- Act as the main commercial contact between clients and UFFC’s operational teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Resolve customer complaints or challenges promptly, maintaining UFFC’s reputation for professional service.
Commercial & Financial Management
- Achieve agreed sales revenue and profit targets in line with UFFC’s commercial objectives.
- Build and maintain a sustainable client base through long-term, profitable relationships.
- Ensure all client proposals and quotations are commercially viable, accurate, and approved in line with UFFC’s pricing and margin structures.
- Manage client accounts in collaboration with Finance to ensure timely invoicing and payment collection.
- Actively support the Finance Department in resolving client payment delays, disputes, or credit-related issues to maintain positive cash flow and minimise debtor days.
- Maintain an accurate record of client volumes, profitability, and growth trends for reporting purposes.
- Capture and maintain all sales opportunities, pipeline data, and client financial information accurately in the company’s CRM system, ensuring management has reliable data for financial planning and forecasting.
- Participate in quarterly business reviews to assess client performance and profitability.
- Note: The Sales Executive’s commission and incentive structure will be governed by a separate Sales Incentive Agreement, detailing eligibility, calculation, and payment terms.
Market Intelligence & Strategy
- Monitor competitor activity, market trends, and pricing shifts to identify growth opportunities.
- Provide feedback to management on emerging markets, potential clients, and strategic partnerships.
- Contribute to the formulation of sales strategies and marketing initiatives.
Collaboration & Internal Alignment
- Work closely with operations, finance, and management to ensure smooth handover of new clients and accurate billing.
- Communicate client requirements clearly to internal stakeholders, ensuring expectations are met.
- Participate in weekly and monthly sales review meetings and submit regular activity reports.
Compliance & Governance
- Adhere to company policies, pricing authority limits, and approval processes.
- Ensure client contracts are properly documented and authorised.
- Maintain confidentiality of all client and company information in accordance with UFFC’s NDA and POPIA compliance
Closing Date
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Job Advert Summary
- An opportunity as arisen for a fixed term HC Coordinator at our Richards Bay depo to provide efficient, compliant, and professional Human Capital (HC) administrative support at site and divisional level. The role ensures the smooth execution of core HC processes while assisting operational and frontline leadership teams to maintain high standards of employee administration and engagement.
Minimum Requirements
Core Competencies
- Attention to Detail
- Confidentiality and Integrity
- Customer Service Orientation
- Organisational and Time Management Skills
- Basic Knowledge of Labour Law
- Team Collaboration
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree (strongly preferred).
- 1–2 years’ experience in Human Capital administration or support role.
- Strong communication, organisational, and systems proficiency.
- Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Duties & Responsibilities
HC Administration and Compliance
- Maintain and manage accurate employee records and documentation.
- Oversee HR document control, filing systems, and updates to HR information systems.
- Coordinate logistics and scheduling for disciplinary hearings, grievance meetings, and related proceedings.
Recruitment and Onboarding Support
- Assist with posting job advertisements, scheduling interviews, and conducting employeeorientation sessions.
- Manage the full recruitment cycle for designated roles.
- Process all onboarding documentation and ensure completion of induction requirements.
Employee Queries and Communication
- Serve as the first point of contact for basic HR-related queries from internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide consistent guidance on the application of HC policies and procedures.
- Escalate complex queries to the relevant HC Manager or Consultant.
Employee Relations (ER) / Industrial Relations (IR) Support
- Prepare documentation for hearings, warnings, and consultations, including those involving third parties.
- Record and maintain accurate minutes for ER meetings.
- Maintain compliance logs and ensure documentation aligns with legal and company standards.
Reporting and Metrics
- Compile and submit monthly HC reports as directed by the Divisional Head of HC or HC Manager.
- Support payroll input validation and benefits administration tracking.
Coordination and Support
- Collaborate with HC Shared Services to ensure accurate processing of employee data.
- Identify and escalate site-level concerns or risks to the HC Consultant or Manager.
Key Interfaces
- Site Supervisors and Line Managers
- Human Capital Consultant or Manager
- HC Shared Services / Payroll
- Site Employees
Success Measures
- Timely and accurate completion of all HC administrative tasks.
- Up-to-date and compliant employee records and documentation.
- Positive feedback from line managers and employees on HC responsiveness.
- Minimal audit findings related to employee administration processes.
Closing Date
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Job Advert Summary
- The Category Manager: Indirect is responsible for overseeing all procurement activities within the indirect spend category, including professional services, information technology, travel, facilities, human resources services, marketing, and utilities across the organisation. The category manager delivers customer value through robust category and sourcing strategies which deliver the customer requirements of supply reliability, value (quality and price), cost savings and innovation.
- The category manager needs to align business needs with supplier capabilities, drives category excellence by leveraging market insight, fostering supplier partnerships and delivering measurable cost and quality improvements through supporting operational efficiency and transformation at a divisional level and collaborate across departments to embed procurement as a strategic enabler.
Minimum Requirements
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years in Procurement or Supply Chain management
- Proven track record of managing procurement categories.
- Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations at a senior level.
- Experience in managing complex, high risk projects and programs to improve performance and deliver service.
- Experience with digital procurement tools, e-sourcing, ERP systems, and analytics platforms.
Required Qualification:
- Relevant degree level or postgraduate business qualification.
- Chartered Institute for Procurement and Supply (Diploma in Purchasing and/or equivalent)
- Category management within procurement
- Strong understanding of procurement methodologies, contract law, and vendor management.
Skills
Technical skills:
- Analytical: Ability to analyse data and market trends to make informed decisions.
- Leveraging off ERP systems, analytical tools and procurement software.
- Financial skills: Intermediate and above numerical skills including a good understanding of finance and budget management
- Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation abilities to secure favourable terms, conditions and prices from suppliers.
- Communication: Effective communication skills to interact with a variety of stakeholders and suppliers. Good command of the agreed business language
- Project & Change Management: Capability to manage projects and change in dynamic environments.
- Problem-Solving: Skill in resolving issues related to procurement, logistics, and supplier relationships.
- Strategic Business Partner: Service oriented mindset aligning business objectives with Procurement strategies. Long-term planning.
- Business acumen: understand the organisations' purpose, strategy and the external landscape, and how the processes and systems help to generate value across the organisation value chain.
- Risk management: the ability to proactively identify, assess, respond to and review controls to address risk factors across the value chain.
Behavioural skills:
- Leadership
- Detail-oriented
- Strategic thinker
- Adaptable
- Ethical
- Results-driven
- Innovative
- Persuasive
- Resilient
- Collaborative
- Strong communicator
Competencies
- Strong knowledge of Procurement and business transformation projects.
- Proven ability to work with, present to, and influence senior management.
- Ability to lead, inspire, and influence beyond reporting lines.
- Exceptional communication, storytelling, and influential leadership capabilities.
- Team player and collaboration advocate.
- Excellent analytical and data-driven decision-making skills, including the ability to use data to drive improvements.
- Advanced knowledge of Procurement software and systems (e.g., P2P, e-auctions, contract management).
- In-depth knowledge of supply markets, trends, and best practices in Procurement.
- Strong knowledge of ESG, sustainability and ethical sourcing practices.
Duties & Responsibilities
Category strategy:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned category or categories to achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and supply chain efficiencies.
Benefits tracking:
- Create and maintain a value benefits pipeline for each category and track benefits achieved.
Supplier management:
- Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance.
- Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimise procurement processes.
Cost management:
- Analyse costs, identify savings opportunities, and implement cost-effective procurement strategies.
Risk management:
- Assess and mitigate risks related to procurement activities, ensuring continuity of supply.
Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration:
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements, provide procurement expertise, and ensure alignment with organisational goals.
- Actively work with divisional management and / or KAP senior category manager/s to support initiatives.
Change & transformation:
- Lead category-related initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes, tools, and ways of working.
- Support the Head of Procurement with driving change and enablement.
Procurement expertise:
- Stay updated with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in procurement to recommend and implement innovative sourcing strategies.
Closing Date
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Job Advert Summary
- The Management Accountant provides high-quality financial insight, analysis, and reporting to support strategic and operational decision-making across the organisation with a specific focus on Digital and IT, the solutions and services providers in order to optimise the value of this function to the organisation. The role partners with departmental leaders to strengthen financial understanding, improve performance, and promote accountability.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications / Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Professional qualification (CIMA, ACCA, SAICA/SAIPA) advantageous.
- Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in management accounting, business partnering, or financial analysis.
- Strong Excel skills and experience with financial systems and reporting tools.
- Experience in a medium to large organisation beneficial.
Competencies
- Strong management accounting and financial analysis skills.
- Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
- Proficiency with ERP systems, BI tools, and financial reporting platforms.
- Good understanding of organisational operations, cost drivers, and strategic priorities.
- Ability to connect financial insights to operational performance.
- Strong data interpretation skills and the ability to generate meaningful insights.
- Objective and structured problem-solving approach.
- Communicates financial matters clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
- Builds trust and positively influences decisions.
- Demonstrates ethical behaviour, confidentiality, and sound judgement.
- Digital and IT experience
Duties & Responsibilities
Management Accounting & Financial Analysis
- Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Perform variance analysis and highlight risks, opportunities, and trends.
- Develop and maintain financial models for planning, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
- Communicate financial insights in a clear, practical, and business-aligned manner.
- Digital and IT solutions and services costing
- Digital and IT solutions usage audits
Business Partnering
- Collaborate with senior leaders to support strategic and operational objectives, specifically around on Digital and IT solutions requirements
- Provide financial insights that guide decision-making and resource allocation.
- Build strong, trusted relationships with non-financial stakeholders.
- Enhance financial understanding across the function
Strengthening Financial Decision-Making
- Evaluate budget assumptions, forecasts, and cost drivers objectively.
- Engage in constructive discussions to clarify risks, assumptions, and financial inputs.
- Highlight gaps or inconsistencies and help refine plans where needed.
- Support a culture of transparency, accountability, and financial discipline.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning
- Lead or support the budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and strategic alignment of submissions.
- Maintain rolling forecasts to reflect changing business conditions.
- Provide insights on cost efficiency, resource use, and priority investments.
Project & Investment Finance
- Develop and evaluate financial business cases for proposed initiatives.
- Track project expenditure and perform benefit realisation reviews.
- Provide financial support to project managers throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure proper cost allocation and accurate monitoring of performance.
Supplier, Contract & Cost Management
- Monitor supplier-related costs and evaluate contract terms from a financial perspective.
- Provide cost-benefit insights for renewals, new contracts, or service changes.
- Highlight cost-saving opportunities or compliance concerns.
- Strengthen financial oversight related to procurement and supplier spend.
Process, Systems & Performance Improvement
- Identify inefficiencies within financial and operational processes.
- Identify inefficiencies in the usage (over and under) in the Digital and IT solutions
- Recommend improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and reporting.
- Support automation and digital tools for better financial visibility.
- Strengthen financial controls, frameworks, and performance metrics
Closing Date
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Job Advert Summary
- Join Unitrans as a Despatch Supervisor
- Lead with precision. Deliver with excellence.
- Unitrans is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Despatch Supervisor to oversee and coordinate dispatch operations within our logistics team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for supervising processes and procedures that ensure the accurate and efficient movement of goods from our facilities to their destinations.
- You’ll play a key role in maintaining quality control standards by verifying goods against orders and invoices, inspecting outgoing shipments, and managing records related to damaged items or discrepancies. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong commitment to operational accuracy, we want to hear from you.
Minimum Requirements
- Tertiary qualification in Logistics/ Transportation Management or studying towards is an advantage
- Operational experience
- At least 3 years experience in the Transport industry in a supervisory position
- Must be able to operate all types of trucks
- Valid code 14 drivers license
- Must be willing to work afternoon/nightshift
- Must have reliable transport
- Must be willing to work weekends
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience in warehouse, logistics, or dispatch supervision
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to lead teams and communicate effectively
- Familiarity with inventory systems and dispatch documentation
- A proactive and hands-on approach to problem-solving
Duties & Responsibilities
- Monitor the positions of all vehicles.
- Record the movement of each vehicle trip on the Fleet Utilisation Report.
- Record all data related to each trip.
- Liaise with Customers concerning levels of stock and breakdown periods.
- Liaise with Customer with regards to delivery times.
- Ensure staff is attired in the required PPE whilst on duty.
- Ensure all staff entering the premises is alcohol tested prior to be being briefed.
- Toll fees receipts obtained & recorded.
- Issue toll cards to drivers.
- Complete all forms, data collection and calculations as required e.g. trip sheet, hours driven and slept.
- Record all abnormal route occurrences or changes that occur during a shift.
- Respond to queries regarding collections and deliveries.
- Attend depot operations meetings.
- Liaise with the service providers regarding vehicle repairs and maintenance.
- Complete defect report forms.
- Ensure driver and vehicle compliance with company policy.
- Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Management requirements.
- Comply with the Company's Code of Conduct, Policies and Procedures.
Closing Date
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Job Advert Summary
- Fleet Controller play a critical role in coordinating activities, ensuring operational efficiency, and supervising a team of employees to achieve operational goals. Initiates, plans, co-ordinates, motivates and supervises the operational activities in a division of the terminal/depot which could despatch its product by road transport. Ensures that all customers receive efficient, timeous deliveries of products/goods.
Minimum Requirements
- Tertiary qualification in Logistics/ Transportation Management
- Code EC driver’s license an advantage
- 2 years minimum experience in a senior supervisory position in the Transport Industry
- 7-year minimum experience in a supervisory position
- Computer literate and with advance skill in MS Excel
- Knowledge of NBCRFI Main agreement
- Technical Knowledge in regard to Tyres and Vehicle Maintenance
- SHEQ experience in the Transport Industry
- Familiar with Mix Telematics and DriveCam systems
- Understanding of transport economics and finances
- Driven towards achieving production targets and upholding high standards.
- Able to communicate with, supervise and motivate employees to achieve targets
Duties & Responsibilities
Fleet Operation Management
- Oversee daily scheduling and dispatch of petroleum tankers.
- Ensuring timely and safe deliveries to depots, retail sites, and industrial clients.
- Track vehicle usage, maintenance schedules and fuel consumption
Driver Supervision & Compliance
- Monitor driver performance, enforce adherence to Chemicals handling protocols.
- Ensure compliance with the National Road Traffic Act, Dangerous Goods regulations, and company SHEQ standards.
- Ensure adherence to company policies, industry regulations and safty standerds
Vehicle Readiness & Safety
- Ensure all vehicles are maintained in accordance with OEM and petroleum industry standards.
- Conduct regular inspections and coordinate preventative maintenance and statutory checks (e.g., SANS 1518 compliance).
- Keep records of vehicle repairs, servicing and inspection
Incident Management
- Lead initial responses to breakdowns, spills, or safety incidents.
- Ensure proper reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions in collaboration with SHEQ teams.
- Maintain legal and regulatory compliance
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of trip sheets, delivery logs, fuel reconciliations, and driver hours.
- Submit daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports to management.
- Maintain and update SOPs for operational tasks.
- Ensure all team members have access to and understand these documents
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
- Serve as the operational point of contact for chemicals clients.
- Address service issues, coordinate delivery adjustments, and uphold contractual KPIs.
- Ensuing timely and quality service delivery by providing consistent updates and feedback.
- Handling complaints and escalations effectively.
Training & Development
- Support driver training on hazardous materials handling, defensive driving, and emergency response.
- Conduct safety audits by coaching drivers on safe behavior and enforcing disciplinary procedure for safety violations.
- Leading toolbox talks and safety briefings in collaboration with SHERQ teams
- Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Closing Date
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Job Advert Summary
- The SHERQ Coordinator is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and RTMS across multiple operational sites.
- The role supports compliance through audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, documentation control, training, SHERQ reporting, and continuous improvement. This position ensures SHERQ standards are embedded in all depot operations and drives a culture of safety, quality, and compliance.
Minimum Requirements
Requirements
- Grade 12
- Diploma/Degree in Safety, Environmental, and Quality Management – Essential
- SAMTRAC or equivalent certification
- ISO (9001/14001/45001) certification – Essential
- RTMS knowledge – Advantageous
Experience
- 3–5 years in a SHERQ role
- Experience in ISO & RTMS implementation
- Experience conducting internal audits across multiple sites
- Strong background in incident investigation and SHERQ training
Skills and Competencies
Technical
- ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 & RTMS knowledge
- Internal auditing & report writing
- Risk assessment & environmental assessment
- Incident investigation & root cause analysis
- In-depth knowledge of OHS Act, NEMA, COID, NRTA
- MS Office & SHERQ systems
Soft Skills
- Strong communication & presentation skills
- High attention to detail & accuracy
- Strong organisational and planning ability
- Conflict resolution & decision-making
- Problem-solving and analytical orientation
- Ability to train and engage staff at all levels
- Proactive, reliable, and self-motivated
Behavioural
- Ethical and professional conduct
- Accountability & responsibility
- Results-driven & improvement-oriented
- Teamwork and stakeholder collaboration
- Safety-first mindset
- Adaptability in dynamic environments
Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
SHERQ Compliance & System Management
- Implement, maintain, and enforce ISO and RTMS requirements across sites.
- Maintain SHERQ procedures, templates, document control, and electronic systems.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and legislation.
- Review and update SHERQ policies, procedures, legal registers, and system documentation.
- Participate in the development, planning and roll-out of various on-site SHERQ initiatives, campaigns, etc. and monitor implementation in area of accountability taking remedial actions as required to maintain momentum
- Draft, collate and present relevant SHERQ topics for cascading through area of accountability
- Conduct scheduled and ad hoc SHERQ inspections and compile safety, risk assessment and audit reports for presentation and/or submission to operational leadership and the Safety Department highlighting any areas of best practice application and/or concern
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on SHERQ related matters
Auditing & Monitoring
- Conduct internal audits and support external audits and accreditations.
- Track, log, and close out audit findings and corrective actions.
- Conduct contractor and service provider compliance audits.
- Perform daily site inspections and monitor operational safety compliance.
- Monitor and evaluate inspections completed by employees and legal appointees.
Incident, Accident & Risk Management
- Secure accident/incident scenes and lead investigations supporting operations.
- Identify root causes and implement corrective and preventative actions.
- Capture and close out incident/accident reports on SHEQX and Uniflow timeously.
- Capture and analyse near-miss reports and trends.
- Identify at-risk behaviours, unsafe processes, and operational hazards.
- Advise management on risk controls, mitigation actions, and behavioural gaps.
- Recommend and drive Change Management processes where required.
- Support risk, environmental, health, and quality assessments along with operations and employees.
- Lead the development of new HIRA documentation and review existing versions for effectiveness.
- Participate in accident processes and ensure legal reporting requirements are met.
Equipment, Machinery & Emergency Preparedness
- Ensure machinery, vehicles, lifting equipment, pressure vessels, and tools meet legal safety standards.
- Implement and test depot emergency plans with training and drills.
- Support emergency response and crisis management activities.
Training & Awareness
- Deliver induction training, safe working procedures, and SHERQ legal requirements.
- Conduct SHERQ awareness sessions for supervisors and employees.
- Prepare toolbox talks and awareness material based on incident and trend analysis.
- Train teams on SHERQ systems, risk control measures, and safety improvements.
- Design, present and/or source SHERQ awareness, training and coaching material/courses for operational training and awareness.
Reporting & Administration
- Maintain SHERQ registers, documentation, monthly and quarterly statistics.
- Manage IOD processes and liaise with Occupational Health, DOL, and HR.
- Manage the employee medical surveillance programme.
- Capture all incident-related information in SHERQ systems.
- Prepare SHERQ reports for management review meetings.
Closing Date
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Job Advert Summary
- Join Unitrans as a System Controller, where you'll play a pivotal role in implementing and training users on various applications critical to our operations. From troubleshooting to maintenance, you'll ensure seamless functionality across our systems, with a commitment to delivering exceptional support to all levels of the organization. If you're ready to drive efficiency and innovation while providing insightful progress reports, apply now to be part of our dynamic team.
Minimum Requirements
- Diploma/Degree: Required qualification: IT related
- 3 Years relevant experience.
- Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) experience
- Power BI
Duties & Responsibilities
- Administration of various applications
- Assist with the maintenance of ancillary systems.
- Check and maintains interface processes between the customer and the company.
- Assist with the documentation of development of new system functionality.
- In depth investigation of errors on the systems.
- Fix errors on the system.
- Detail reporting of errors to Software suppliers where error cannot be fixed.
- Testing of corrected applications.
- Implementation of corrected application.
- Train, Support and Control other users on the applications.
- Audit and control of Stock takes.
- Resolve queries.
- Investigate, test and implement unused functionality that is available in the system.
- Assist in the specification and development of new functionality on the system.
- Assist in Reporting
- Assist in the implementation of systems at new warehouses.
- Active participant on an implementation team
- End User Support for Visibill, Cell phone suppliers and Printer Suppliers
- End User Training
- Report Writing
- System Documentation
- Engage with 3rd party vendors for service delivery
- Action IT Procurement requests
- Determine network and system requirements in conjunction with the IT Team
- Maintain integrity of the equipment and security
- Assign configuration of authentication and authorisation to assigned systems
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