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- The National Fleet Co-ordinator will play a pivotal role in supporting the National Logistics Manager in achieving an efficient and well-managed fleet. This position requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
Asset Management:
- With the National Fleet Manager, manage and oversee the fleet assets within Econo Foods and Taylor Made Foods, ensuring optimal utilization and fuel efficiency.
- Monitor and report on daily diesel consumption, taking corrective actions for unacceptable levels.
- Monitor and report on driver behaviour, utilizing the fleet telematics systems in place. Take necessary action to drive addressing of incorrect behaviour on a regional level.
- Ensure all vehicles and trailers under your control are within service limits and legally licensed, by equipping regional teams with the appropriate reporting and tools.
- Report breakdowns to the branch manager and address new damages or defects promptly.
- Develop and maintain schedules for vehicle maintenance, inspections, and deliveries.
- Ensure the fleet image is kept at a high standard and reflective of our proud brand.
- Attend to general administration and documentation management on a daily basis.
- Maintain accurate records of vehicle inspections, maintenance, and compliance documentation.
- Monitor and manage fuel consumption to control costs and reduce environmental impact.
- Implement systems to track fuel cards and optimize fuel efficiency.
- Stay informed about and ensure compliance with national and local transportation regulations.
- Conduct accident/incident investigations and submit required documentation.
- Support the National Fleet Manager in the development and management of budgets related to fleet operations, including maintenance, fuel, and vehicle acquisition costs.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and implement strategies to reduce operational expenses.
- Support lean logistics initiatives and work closely with the Warehouse and Distribution teams to achieve targets set.
- Implement and manage fleet tracking systems to monitor vehicle locations, performance, and driver behaviour.
- Utilize telematics technology to gather data on vehicle usage, driver behaviour, and maintenance needs.
- Implement safety programs and policies to ensure driver well-being and reduce the risk of accidents.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with fleet operations.
- Communicate with Regional Teams, the Logistics Central office team, Suppliers, Finance, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
- Collaborate with other departments, such as logistics, supply chain, and finance, to optimize organizational efficiency.
- Travel to the various company locations to offer support to the regional teams, and to assist with overall fleet management improvement nationally.
- Develop and implement plans for responding to emergencies or accidents involving fleet vehicles.
- Analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess fleet operations' efficiency and effectiveness.
- Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging technologies for continuous improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Matric certificate or equivalent qualification (would be an advantage).
- Familiarity with vehicle tracking systems (Geotab, Mix, Cartrack, and/or Fleet IT).
- A minimum of 2 years experience in controlling a large fleet complement.
- Vehicle stock control knowledge.
- Building and maintaining relationships with strong interpersonal skills - living out the company values and unique HO HOLA culture.
- Friendly, helpful, confident yet humble, and able to work well in a team.
- Ability to work in a highly competitive, fast paced and dynamic environment.
- Ability to communicate fluently in English (written and verbal).
- Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft.
- Strong communication skills.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
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