Junior Transport Controller in Logistics
Careers Staff Selection cc · Boksburg, Kathu, Middelburg, Limpopo
Overview
This junior transport controller role gives you hands on experience in fleet coordination and route planning across multiple locations. You will work with drivers, subcontractors and customers to keep deliveries on track, solve breakdowns and ensure proof of delivery is handled correctly. If you have around 3 years in transport or fleet coordination and want to grow in logistics, this permanent position with Careers Staff Selection cc in Boksburg is a solid next step.
About the role
As a Junior Transport Controller, you will be the link between customers, drivers and vehicles. Your day starts with processing transport orders and allocating loads to company vehicles, drivers and approved subcontractors. You will plan and coordinate daily schedules to meet delivery requirements, while monitoring vehicles on route and keeping customers updated on progress.
When breakdowns happen, you will coordinate with mechanics and workshops to get vehicles back on the road. You will also verify that proof of delivery documents are received and filed correctly, ensure operational files follow the standard procedures, monitor vehicle servicing and driver behaviour including overtime compliance, and track driver time and attendance. Meeting service level agreements and key performance indicators is part of the role, and you will assist the reporting manager with other reasonable tasks.
Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12)
- Relevant qualification is an advantage
- Minimum of 3 years experience in transport, fleet coordination or a similar operational environment
- Knowledge of route planning, fleet management and transport management systems (TMS)
- Knowledge of the Labour Relations Act (LRA) and the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI) main agreement
Responsibilities
- Receive and process customer transport orders and bookings accurately and on time
- Plan and allocate loads to company vehicles, drivers and approved subcontractors
- Coordinate daily load schedules to meet customer delivery requirements
- Monitor vehicles, drivers and track shipments, delays or breakdowns through the delivery process and update the relevant systems
- Ensure customers receive timely updates on delivery progress
- Coordinate on route vehicle breakdowns, including liaising with mechanics, workshops and relevant service providers
- Verify proof of delivery (POD) documentation is received and filed correctly
- Ensure operational files are handled in accordance with the various standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Monitor vehicle service schedules and ensure servicing is completed on time
- Monitor driver behaviour and overtime compliance
- Meet and improve service level agreements (SLAs), process and activity key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Monitor driver time and attendance
- Carry out any other delegated tasks deemed reasonable by the reporting manager
Job details
- Organisation
- Careers Staff Selection cc
- Location
- Boksburg, Kathu, Middelburg, Limpopo
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Junior (3+ years)
- Education
- Matric
- Category
- Logistics & Supply Chain
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
This role is all about keeping things moving. When you apply, highlight any experience you have with route planning, fleet tracking or working with drivers. If you have used a transport management system before, mention it clearly. The job asks for knowledge of the LRA and NBCRFLI main agreement, so if you have studied or worked with these, say so. In an interview, be ready to explain how you would handle a breakdown on route or a late delivery. Show that you are organised and calm under pressure. Also note that the role is advertised across several locations including Boksburg, Kathu, Middelburg and Limpopo, so make it clear where you are based and whether you are willing to travel or relocate. A clean CV with your matric certificate attached is a good start.
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