Operations

Transport Manager

Kempston Recruitment·Western Cape, south-africa·Full Time·Onsite
OperationsFull TimeOnsite
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  • Our client is seeking a professional and organized Transport Manager to join their team in Cape Town. The Transport Manager's primary purpose is to oversee the transport function operations in Cape Town, in order to ensure smooth operation a

Requirements

  • Grade 12 or equivalent.
  • Transport-related diploma/degree.
  • At least 20 years' experience in the transport field.
  • At least 10 years' experience in management of transport controllers and schedulers, and a transport control room
  • Working knowledge of vehicle tracking and transport systems.
  • A fundamental understanding of the laws governing transport.
  • A fundamental understanding of Labour Law ( LRA).
  • Experience with both short and long-haul fleets is preferred.
  • Knowledge of Cape Town and its roads is preferred.
  • Good communication skills with management, peers and subordinates.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manage the day to day transport requirements overseeing a fleet of almost 100 vehicles.
  • Effective management of a large team of transport controllers, drivers and general workers.
  • Ensure the controllers are continuously monitoring the fleet at all times and are logistically prepared for all situations.
  • Ensure that all customer transport requirements are completed timeously.
  • Accurate daily planning and effective usage of resources.
  • Implement cost reduction strategies.
  • Continuously identify areas within the transport department and wider business in which the business can improve, and implementing such improvements.
  • Liaise with the Human Resources department in respect of any staff related issues that arise.
  • Provide "on the job" training and guidance when necessary.
  • Manage the correct application of vehicles to jobs.
  • Ensure highest possible customer service levels.
  • Ensure legal compliance at all times and ensure vehicles are properly maintained and roadworthy

Key skills

MatricNational CertificateBachelors
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At a glance

Company

Kempston Recruitment

Location

Western Cape, south-africa

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

June 25, 2026

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