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Cross-Boarder - Fleet Manager

Boardroom Appointments3,354 open roles

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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Your applicationOpen nowCross-Boarder - Fleet ManagerBoardroom Appointments · Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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CROSS-BOARDER FLEET MANAGER

Purpose of the Role:

To lead and optimise the performance, compliance, safety, utilisation and profitability of the company's cross-border fleet operations across Southern Africa.

Position Summary:

The Cross Border Fleet Manager will be responsible for the overall management of fleet performance, cross-border transport execution, driver management, maintenance planning, fuel control, compliance, customer service and operational profitability. The successful candidate must have deep experience in cross-border fleet management, SADC corridors, border processes, driver performance, transport legislation and operational cost control.

Key Accountabilities:

Fleet Operations Management

  • Manage the daily performance of the company's cross-border fleet.
  • Ensure maximum fleet utilisation, productivity and operational readiness.
  • Oversee route planning, scheduling, load execution and delivery performance.
  • Monitor fleet performance against agreed operational and financial targets.
  • Implement fleet optimisation initiatives to reduce downtime and improve profitability.
  • Ensure transport operations are executed safely, efficiently and in line with customer expectations.

Cross-Border Operations

  • Manage transport operations across the SADC region and key cross-border corridors.
  • Monitor border crossing performance, transit times and route challenges.
  • Ensure all transport permits, licences, documentation and country-specific requirements are in place.
  • Work closely with clearing, operations and customer service teams to minimise delays.
  • Identify recurring operational bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
  • Ensure compliance with customs, border, road transport and regulatory requirements.

Driver and Team Management

  • Lead, manage and support drivers, fleet coordinators and related operational staff.
  • Monitor driver performance, productivity, behaviour, route discipline and compliance.
  • Drive a culture of safety, accountability and professional conduct.
  • Conduct performance reviews, coaching, training and disciplinary processes where required.
  • Ensure drivers follow company procedures, customer site requirements and road safety standards.

Fleet Maintenance and Asset Management

  • Oversee preventative maintenance planning and ensure vehicles are serviced according to schedule.
  • Monitor breakdowns, vehicle downtime, repair costs and maintenance trends.
  • Coordinate with workshops, service providers and internal teams to ensure vehicle availability.
  • Ensure all vehicles, trailers and equipment meet safety and compliance standards.
  • Support asset planning and fleet replacement recommendations where required.

Fuel, Cost Control and Profitability

  • Monitor fuel consumption, route costs, driver behaviour and operating expenses.
  • Identify cost-saving initiatives while maintaining service levels and safety standards.
  • Monitor profitability by vehicle, route, customer or corridor where applicable.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting and financial performance reviews.
  • Ensure fleet operations contribute positively to company profitability.

Compliance, Safety and Risk Management

  • Ensure compliance with transport legislation, road traffic regulations and internal company policies.
  • Monitor vehicle licences, permits, roadworthiness, insurance and regulatory documentation.
  • Promote health, safety, security and environmental compliance across fleet operations.
  • Investigate incidents, accidents, delays and service failures, and implement corrective actions.
  • Support internal and external audits when required.

Customer Service and Stakeholder Management

  • Ensure transport service levels are achieved, and customer expectations are met.
  • Work with customer service and commercial teams to resolve operational challenges.
  • Provide operational feedback and performance updates to management.
  • Support business growth by ensuring reliable, professional and cost-effective fleet operations.

Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years' experience managing cross-border transport operations.
  • Minimum 5 years in a senior fleet management role.
  • Strong knowledge of SADC transport corridors, border operations and route planning.
  • Proven experience managing drivers, fleet staff, vehicles, trailers and service providers.
  • Strong understanding of transport legislation, permits, vehicle compliance and safety requirements.
  • Strong financial understanding of fleet costs, fuel management and fleet profitability.
  • Excellent leadership, planning, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Valid driver's licence.

Should you not be contacted within two weeks, please take your application as unsuccessful.

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