Jobs at Aramex South Africa

Purpose of the Job

• Monitoring Express and domestic operation to ensure effective and efficient work flow in line with the standards procedures and policies

Job Description
Fleet management

• Creating a file for each company vehicle
• Ensuring such files are kept up to date on a weekly basis
• Ensuring files have all relevant and complete history on each vehicle
• Responsibility to ensure that all vehicles licenses are renewed timeously.
• Ensuring inspections that all licenses are in place on the vehicle throughout the year and valid.
• Ensuring that costs are reduced due to proper fleet management
• Ensuring that quotes are requested for all repairs/maintenance/ or vehicle parts, including tyres (reduce costs but ensure quality).
• Communicating with your branch manager/operations manager and operations director on all suggestions, possible savings as well as changing of suppliers.
• Once costs have been reduced ensuring that these costs are kept at an acceptable level.
• Cost reductions/management are measured not only on a monthly basis but a quarterly and yearly as well.
• Special attention should be given to the big three costs; tyres, fuel consumption (fraud detection and prevention) and spares.
• Ensure that risks are removed with fleet management (petrol card, key and tag control, including duplicates kept in the office)
• Fuel abuse (prevention and detection).
• Vehicle locks (doors and truck locks)
• All removable spares marked and checked regularly (batteries etc)
• Ensuring warranties are upheld and follow-through.
• Drawing up of a roster plan ensuring maintenance on vehicles done timeously, efficiently and with the minimum disruption to operations (consult with Snr. Sups and Ops Manager)
• Ensuring operations keep up to date with yearly roster plan
• Compile checklist for zone control for daily vehicle checks.
• Ensure spot checks done by you on accuracy of these forms
• Support Senior Operations Supervisor with new vehicle acquisitions and budget

Facilities Management

• General upkeep of facility and outdoor company premises including wash bay area
• Ensuring all repairs & maintenance are carried out timeously
• Manage repair and maintenance costs effectively
• Ensure scheduled testing of building equipment and systems are conducted (i.e. generator/security systems/alarm systems/access control)
• Investigate any facility damages (internal and external) and ensure proper and relevant action is taken where necessary
• Enforce 5S principles
• Source and manage suppliers for ad hoc maintenance (in collaboration with Office manager)

Job Requirements - Experience and Education

• Matric/ Grade 12 or similar qualification
• MS Office applications (Word, Excel, & Outlook)
• Degree or similar qualification and/or experience
• Strong communication skills
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in operations
• Minimum 3 years’ management experience
• Valid Code 10 Driver’s license and a valid Public Driver’s Permit (PDP)v

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Purpose of the Job

• Overall, the purpose of the Inland HRBP role is to facilitate the achievement of organizational objectives through effective HR practices, talent management, employee engagement, and strategic partnership with business leaders. By aligning HR initiatives with business priorities and fostering a positive work environment, HRBPs contribute to the overall success and sustainability of the organization. 

Job Description

• Partner with senior leadership to understand business objectives and develop HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Translate business strategies into actionable HR initiatives and programs.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries, concerns, and conflict resolution.
• Conduct investigations into employee complaints, grievances, or misconduct allegations.
• Develop and maintain the HR function’s response and recovery plan during a disruptive incident, using the tools and templates provided by the business.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies in line with the Employment Equity plan.
• Oversee the recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, and selection of candidates.
• Ensure compliance with local employment laws and regulations.
• Collect and analyze HR metrics to assess the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives.
• Develop and implement initiatives to promote employee engagement, morale, and retention.
• Conduct employee surveys or focus groups to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.
• Build strong relationships with business leaders and department heads to understand their needs and priorities.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to management on HR-related matters, providing guidance and support to achieve business objectives.

Job Requirements - Experience and Education

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources management, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• An honours or post-graduate degree is advantageous. 
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant HR working experience, preferably in the logistics and shipping industry with a focus on industrial relations. 
• 1 or more years team management experience. 
• Progressive experience in human resources, with a focus on HR business partnering, employee relations, talent management, or organizational development.
• Previous experience in a strategic HR role, working closely with senior leadership and business stakeholders, is highly desirable.
• Professional certifications such as PHR (Professional in Human Resources), or SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources). Is a Plus
• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex issues, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions.
• Strong decision-making skills, with the ability to make sound judgments and prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Managed HR function of a staff compliment of 350 or more employees.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with other departments and teams to achieve common goals and objectives.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including senior leadership, managers, and employees.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct, confidentiality, and professionalism in all HR-related activities and interactions.
• Experience in developing and implementing HR strategies that drive business results and improve organizational effectiveness.
• Proficiency in HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) and other HR-related software tools for data management and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Play a main role in making decisions.