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MASA SA opportunity

CARTAGE CONTROLLER – JHB

We are currently looking for a Cartage Controller to coordinate and monitor the movement of cargo from collection through to delivery.

Permanent South Africa - Gauteng, Johannesburg - North (Sandton / Midrand / Diepsloot) Transport / Logistics / Freight / Aviation
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 Minimum Requirements:

  • Grade 12 (required)
  • 2 – 5 years of relevant work experience in Cartage Control, Fleet Control, Transport Control, or Logistics Coordination.
  • Experience with exports and imports is advantageous.
  • Computer literacy (required)
  • Advanced proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Experience with Navis and the port.
  • Must be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent problem-solving skills

Key Responsibilities:

  • Dispatching of vehicles and drivers to ensure customers’ expectations are met, and drivers are correctly instructed to carry out successful, efficient deliveries.
  • Ensure all fleet operation activities are entered accurately and efficiently using the company’s fleet management software live.
  • To ensure all vehicles and drivers comply with statutory requirements (Hazchem, license permit, etc.)
  • Using daily pre-check vehicle inspections completed by drivers, evaluate defects based on severity and report to the workshop team.
  • Tracking status updates via WhatsApp, email and/or telephone
  • Fuel Management operations
  •  Liaise with the workshop team and third-party service providers to organise fleet maintenance tasks.
  • Receive all breakdown calls and inform the Workshop team accordingly.
  • Must be able to work long hours and under pressure. Day shift/night shift rotation
  • Answer telephone for fleet enquiries, responding to calls within remit of responsibility professionally and efficiently.
  • Always maintain Health and Safety in the workplace.
  • To carry out other tasks that may be required for the company from time to time.
  • Recognise and work within the winning behaviours of the organisation and display high standards of integrity and professionalism.