DBN Cartage Team Leader Controller

About the Role

We are currently looking for a Cartage Team Leader Controller for one of our branches in DBN to lead, coordinate, and oversee the Durban cartage operation.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Relevant experience in fleet or cartage control, with demonstrated leadership ability.
• Navis experience and practical knowledge of Durban port operations.
• Strong computer literacy and practical Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience using ERP, vehicle tracking, camera, and fuel management systems.
• Knowledge of transport rates, route planning, trip costing and fuel efficiency.
• Basic knowledge of truck and trailer repairs, maintenance and common mechanical faults.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, take ownership and manage multiple operational priorities.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle.
• Willingness to work rotating day and night shifts, weekends and extended hours under the agreed working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Local, Long Distance and Third Man desks, ensuring effective planning, monitoring and shift coverage.
• Audit route plans, vehicle allocations and dispatch times to meet client requirements, reduce empty running and maximise fleet utilisation.
• Ensure accurate live updates on the company’s ERP system, including Last Vehicle Position reports, trip execution, driver registers and device utilisation.
• Oversee vehicle tracking, camera monitoring, driver communication and the prompt escalation of operational or safety concerns.
• Audit driver and vehicle performance, including trip counts, turnaround times, delays, kilometres travelled and revenue generated.
• Monitor fuel consumption, idling, additional fuelling and diesel costs against sales; investigate variances and implement corrective action.
• Review client rates and trip costs, identify unprofitable work and recommend improvements to routes, pricing and resource utilisation.
• Coordinate with the workshop on breakdowns, repairs, servicing, outstanding defects and vehicle downtime.
• Address driver and controller performance through clear instructions, coaching, documented follow-up and escalation to management where required.
• Oversee Navis bookings, import last free days, export stack closures, container movements and delivery deadlines.
• Ensure complete trip documentation, effective handovers and accurate daily management reports.

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