Transport Manager

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description

Role Overview
As the Transport Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end planning, coordination, and control of transport operations at the Meadowview Distribution Centre. You will manage a large driver workforce, ensure legal and operational compliance, and drive efficient, on-time delivery of multi-temperature products.
Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and lead 100-200 drivers and van assistants
  • Plan, allocate, and optimise delivery routes for cost efficiency and service excellence
  • Oversee distribution of ambient, chilled, and frozen products
  • Ensure full compliance with NBCRFLI, including overtime, shifts, and benefits
  • Control driver attendance, productivity, overtime, and disciplinary processes
  • Enforce health, safety, and road traffic regulations
  • Monitor transport KPIs, delivery performance, and operational costs
  • Coordinate closely with warehouse and distribution teams
  • Manage driver training, coaching, and performance
  • Investigate accidents, incidents, and delivery deviations
  • Maintain accurate transport records, reports, and compliance documentation
Minimum Requirements
  • Proven experience as a Transport Manager (non-negotiable)
  • Experience managing large driver teams (100+ staff)
  • Strong route planning and route optimisation skills
  • FMCG / food distribution experience with multi-temperature products
  • Solid knowledge of NBCRFLI, labour relations, and overtime management
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to perform under pressure in a high-volume environment
  • Computer literacy (transport systems, reporting tools, Excel)
Key Competencies
  • People leadership and accountability
  • Operational planning and execution
  • Labour compliance and cost control
  • Strong decision-making ability
  • Excellent organisational and attention-to-detail skills

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1626160
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned