• Ensures that annual Key Performance Indicators are set for the Transport Section and monitors the progress regularly.
• Ensures that a program for truck vetting is prepared and implemented.
• Participates in transport rates negotiation – sets the number of trucks required and ensures invoice processing and that Transporter invoices are submitted on time so that they are paid on time.
• Participates in preparation of the Company’s annual budget that relates to transport.
• Ensures that up-to-date records are kept on all drivers and trucks and are properly filed.
• Follows up on Transporters to ensure that trucks are adequately maintained.
• Liaise with the Dispatchers to monitor and ensure truck optimisation.
• Ensures the optimisation of the distribution function
• Ensures that the Transport and HSE Management Systems are put in place and Implemented for both local and Mass transporters.
• Organises for Transport and HSE Management Audits and follow up on arising actions
• Ensures continuous training of drivers with adequate record keeping.
• Ensures that the daily, weekly and monthly transport section reports are prepared.
• Participates in the Crisis Management Cell, vehicle accident investigations and emergency response plans in the event of a Transport related incident.
• Coordinates stock recovery in the event of an accident.
• Ensures that Safe To Load is implemented and monitored for both mass and local trucks.
• Ensures that On-Board Computer (OBC) verified violations are effectively and comprehensively monitored.
• Ensures by spot-check that OBCs are fully generational and holds Transporters accountable of an breakdown discovered.
• Ensure implementation of MAESTRO expectations in the Transport operations
• Ensures that drivers receive the standard operating procedures.
• Ensure closure of actions arising out of Cause Tree Analyses of road accidents.

Candidate profile
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Industrial Studies or any other Technical qualification.
• Exposure of about 10 years in maintenance of equipment, project management, depot operations.
• Understanding of basic financial principles (budget, cost analysis, revenue optimisation).
• Understanding of Safety Procedures is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of SAP is an added advantage

Other required qualities
• Proven integrity.
• Good analytical skills
• Autonomy and ability to work under pressure.
• Basic computer skills (Excel)
• Excellent communication skills.