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Assistant to the Operations Manager (JB6276)
Assistant to the Operations Manager (JB6276)
Johannesburg South, Gauteng
R12 000 to R18 000 a month CTC
Permanent
An established furniture manufacturing company requires a dependable and proactive Assistant to the Operations Manager to coordinate the administration, maintenance and daily readiness of the company’s truck fleet. The successful candidate will monitor vehicle licences, services, tyres, fines, cleanliness and loading activities while liaising with drivers and providing management with accurate reports and proactive operational updates.
Minimum Requirements:
Matric or an equivalent qualification
A valid driver’s licence would be advantageous
Previous experience in fleet administration, transport coordination, logistics or operations
Experience working with trucks, commercial vehicles or delivery fleets would be advantageous
Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance, servicing and tyre requirements
Knowledge of vehicle licensing, traffic fines and fleet documentation
Experience dealing with truck drivers and coordinating vehicle activities
Strong organisational, planning and coordination skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant operational or fleet-management systems
Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
Strong administrative and record-keeping abilities
Proactive communication and follow-up skills
Ability to prepare accurate fleet and operational reports
Ability to work under pressure and meet operational deadlines
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist the Operations Manager with daily fleet and transport activities
Coordinate and monitor the maintenance of all company trucks
Maintain accurate records of vehicle services, repairs and maintenance
Ensure all vehicle licences are renewed before their expiry dates
Monitor traffic fines and coordinate the necessary follow-up and administration
Liaise with truck drivers regarding vehicle requirements, schedules and operational matters
Ensure trucks are clean, presentable and ready for operation
Conduct or coordinate regular checks of tyres, vehicle condition and service requirements
Coordinate truck loading and ensure vehicles are loaded according to operational requirements
Report mechanical concerns, vehicle damage and maintenance requirements promptly
Maintain vehicle files, inspection records, service histories and licensing documentation
Coordinate with Sales, Production, Despatch and Management regarding delivery requirements
Follow up proactively on outstanding repairs, licences, fines and operational matters
Prepare daily, weekly and monthly fleet and operational reports
Escalate risks, delays and vehicle-availability concerns to management immediately
Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.
Kontak Recruitment Disclaimer:
Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.
Job specifics: Requirements mirror advertisement, duties may adjust for client needs.
Fair process: Fair assessment, only shortlisted candidates contacted due to volume.
Privacy: Data processed as per Privacy Policy. By applying, you agree to data handling. We safeguard applicant info.
Candidate verification: Candidates selected by the client are verified. False info may disqualify or end employment via the client.
Offer clarity: Advert is not a binding offer. Written offers based on pre-employment conditions.
No direct link: Advert is not tied to Kontak Recruitment. We assist in the employment process ONLY.
Applicant Responsibility: Upon applying, confirmation of receipt for a specific advert is given. If no confirmation is received, you must verify with Kontak Recruitment.
Johannesburg South, Gauteng
R12 000 to R18 000 a month CTC
Permanent
An established furniture manufacturing company requires a dependable and proactive Assistant to the Operations Manager to coordinate the administration, maintenance and daily readiness of the company’s truck fleet. The successful candidate will monitor vehicle licences, services, tyres, fines, cleanliness and loading activities while liaising with drivers and providing management with accurate reports and proactive operational updates.
Minimum Requirements:
Matric or an equivalent qualification
A valid driver’s licence would be advantageous
Previous experience in fleet administration, transport coordination, logistics or operations
Experience working with trucks, commercial vehicles or delivery fleets would be advantageous
Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance, servicing and tyre requirements
Knowledge of vehicle licensing, traffic fines and fleet documentation
Experience dealing with truck drivers and coordinating vehicle activities
Strong organisational, planning and coordination skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant operational or fleet-management systems
Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
Strong administrative and record-keeping abilities
Proactive communication and follow-up skills
Ability to prepare accurate fleet and operational reports
Ability to work under pressure and meet operational deadlines
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist the Operations Manager with daily fleet and transport activities
Coordinate and monitor the maintenance of all company trucks
Maintain accurate records of vehicle services, repairs and maintenance
Ensure all vehicle licences are renewed before their expiry dates
Monitor traffic fines and coordinate the necessary follow-up and administration
Liaise with truck drivers regarding vehicle requirements, schedules and operational matters
Ensure trucks are clean, presentable and ready for operation
Conduct or coordinate regular checks of tyres, vehicle condition and service requirements
Coordinate truck loading and ensure vehicles are loaded according to operational requirements
Report mechanical concerns, vehicle damage and maintenance requirements promptly
Maintain vehicle files, inspection records, service histories and licensing documentation
Coordinate with Sales, Production, Despatch and Management regarding delivery requirements
Follow up proactively on outstanding repairs, licences, fines and operational matters
Prepare daily, weekly and monthly fleet and operational reports
Escalate risks, delays and vehicle-availability concerns to management immediately
Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.
Kontak Recruitment Disclaimer:
Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.
Job specifics: Requirements mirror advertisement, duties may adjust for client needs.
Fair process: Fair assessment, only shortlisted candidates contacted due to volume.
Privacy: Data processed as per Privacy Policy. By applying, you agree to data handling. We safeguard applicant info.
Candidate verification: Candidates selected by the client are verified. False info may disqualify or end employment via the client.
Offer clarity: Advert is not a binding offer. Written offers based on pre-employment conditions.
No direct link: Advert is not tied to Kontak Recruitment. We assist in the employment process ONLY.
Applicant Responsibility: Upon applying, confirmation of receipt for a specific advert is given. If no confirmation is received, you must verify with Kontak Recruitment.