Fleet and Logistics Transport Manager
Resume:
PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
Analytical ǀ Proactive ǀ Systematic ǀ Team Oriented ǀ Disciplined
Strong Work Ethic ǀ Effective Under Pressure ǀ Autonomous PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Experienced Fleet and Logistics Manager with a strong background in Transport Management and in-depth knowledge of the Road Traffic Act. Relevant experience in Fresh produce, Telecommunications, Construction, Containers for exports, and Bus rapid transit, sales and purchasing.
Qualifications include but are not limited to a Diploma in Traffic Transport/Transport Management, and Certificate in Transport Operations Management.
I have the ability to provide both technical, operational and leadership, with a strong ability to utilize data to increase operations efficiency. EDUCATION
Tertiary Education
2000 - 2000 HIGHER CERTIFICATE TRAFFIC
SCIENCE
NQF Level 05, Credits 120
LYCEUM COLLEGE (PTY) LTD
1998 - 2000 DIPLOMA IN TRAFFIC TRANSPORT MANAGEMENT ITO 1, 2, 3, SAQA ID: 50204, NQF Level 06, Credits 364 LYCEUM COLLEGE (PTY) LTD
1993 - 1993 FET OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATE: TRAFFIC OFFICER NQF Level 04 Further Education & Training Certificate ROAD TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT CORPORATION
Secondary Education
1988 - 1992 NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE
SAQA ID 49647, NQF Level 04, Grade 12 High School
Certificate JOHN ORR TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
WORK EXPERIENCE
AUGUST 2020 – February 2024
REGIONAL VEHICLE BUYER/ASSESSOR/EVALUATOR
1. WE BUY CARS (PTY) LTD GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA
2. CARZUKA by CARTRACK (PTY) LTD NELSPRUIT
Attended to customer enquiries, scheduling frontline appointments, delivering excellent customer service
Drove gross margin targets, meeting with 80 to 100 clients monthly, and achieving budgeted volume of purchasing 50-60 cars monthly, with car values ranging between R10, 000 and R1,300,000
Conducted and submitted on-site vehicle inspections, and accurate appraisals to Lead Manager, determining correct purchase price
Communicated sale requirements, confirming NATIS registration, negotiating purchase price and completing purchase contract
Processed all sales documentation, including electronic assessment, Purchase contract, FICA, POPIA and registration documentation
Oversaw settlement confirmations, vehicle transport and booking on electronic system, and submission of hard copies to Head Office CONTACT
12 Jasmyn Street. Kingsview
White River
Mpumalanga, South Africa
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SKILLS SUMMARY
Transport Operations & Fleet Management
Process Optimization & Legislative Compliance
Project Implementation Management. Sales
and purchasing.
Asset Control & Fuel Management
Fleet Rotation & Preventative Maintenance
Route Planning & Vehicle Tracking
Recruitment, Training & Team Management
Stakeholder Communication & Negotiations
Accident Investigations & Driver Audits
SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY
MICROSOFT OFFICE
Ms Word, MS excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook
MICROSOFT PROJECTS
Project Management Software
MICROSOFT ACCESS
Database Management Software
DRIVECAM
Driver Behaviour & Surveillance System
INTERNATIONAL ICDL CERTIFICATE 2001
International Computer Driving License
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
English, Read, Write, Speak, Fluent
Afrikaans, Read, Write, Speak, Native
MARCH 2019 - APRIL 2020 ǀ 01 YEAR, 02 MONTHS
TECHNICAL, FLEET & LOGISTICS MANAGER
JLL FRESH PRODUCE ǀ MPUMALANGA, SOUTH AFRICA
Oversaw the development of annual operating and capital budget proposals, also accountable for implementation of policies
Planned and directed warehouse, logistics, and transport operations, managing a fleet of 18 trucks, ensuring operational efficiency by applying accurate statistical data
Collaborated with suppliers, manufacturers, and customers regarding product specifications, shelf life, and storage conditions
Managed and monitored projects, overseeing ISO quality standards, cost, productivity, timelines, and unforeseen changes
Ensured operational efficiency by implementing optimal fleet maintenance schedules, minimizing downtime considerably
Managed on time renewal of driver licenses, vehicle registrations, and insurance renewals to ensure uninterrupted service
Developed and implemented effective route planning and vehicle availability, increasing safety, and reducing fuel costs
Managed driver schedules, GPS vehicle tracking, accident investigations, and compliance with US Transport regulations
Assisted with recruitment, and warehouse, IT, and driver training NOVEMBER 2016 - FEBRUARY 2019 ǀ 02 YEARS, 04 MONTHS REGIONAL IMPLEMENTATION PROJECTS MANAGER
CJA TELECOMMUNICATIONS (PTY) LTD ǀ GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA
Directed operational management of vehicles maintenance, stock, and consumables, ensuring effective distribution of company assets
Developed, revised, and implemented Logistics Policies, managing route planning, fuel efficiency, and optimal vehicle maintenance
Served on the National Operations Peer Group, ensuring standardized processes, reporting structures, and best practices
Negotiated transport rates between customers, MTN, Vodacom, Huawei, and ZTE
Oversaw recruitment, toolbox talks, compliance with safety regulations, driver assessments, advanced driver training, Drive Cam management, and driver-incentive programs
Implemented work schedules, managed clock system, overtime, submission of timesheets, and conducted accident investigations
FEBRUARY 2015 - OCTOBER 2016 ǀ 01 YEAR, 09 MONTHS
FLEET & PROJECTS IMPLEMENTATION MANAGER
MOBAX GROUP ǀ GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA
Liaised with customers, building professional relationships
Conducted driver briefings, communicating special instructions, verifying documentation, issuing loading numbers, and coordinating and monitoring drivers on route, ensuring stopover compliance
Monitored and captured loading, off-loading, and trip information, verifying fuel procedures, and calculating fuel consumption
Managed fleet alarms and breakdowns, liaising between drivers and workshop, minimizing escalation of delays
Compiled driver behaviour and compliance reports, conducting Incident and accident investigations as required
TRANSPORT MANAGEMENT COURSES
TRANSPORT OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT 2003
THUTHUKANI TRAINING ACADEMY
DETECTIVE TRAINING IN 2000
CRIME SCENE MANAGEMENT
SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICES
CRIME SCENE MANAGEMENT 2000
& EVIDENCE HANDLING PROGRAMME
SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICES
HAZCHEM RESPONSE & MANAGEMENT 2000
POLFIN SA, AECI
HUMAN RIGHTS DURING 1999
CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATIONS
SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICES
DISASTER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS 1999
TRAC-TRANS AFRICAN CONCESSION
ACCIDENTS & COLLISIONS MANAGEMENT 1998
INSTITUTE OF TRAFFIC OFFICERS ACADEMY
ROAD ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
1996
& RECONSTRUCTION
INSTITUTE OF TRAFFIC OFFICERS ACADEMY
ADVANCED DRIVING TRAINING:
1995
PATROL CAR DRIVING TECHNIQUES
INSTITUTE OF TRAFFIC OFFICERS ACADEMY
CIVIL DEFENCE WEAPON TRAINING 1993
INSTITUTE OF TRAFFIC OFFICERS ACADEMY
HSE PRACTITIONER COURSES
SHE SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE 2008
PRELIMINARY INCIDENT INVESTIGATION SAQA
ID 115087, NQF Level 02 SAIOSH Accredited
NOSA, NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY ASSOCIATION
WHOLE-BRAIN LEADERSHIP 2008
NOSA, NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY ASSOCIATION
INTRODUCTION TO LEADERSHIP
2008
NOSA, NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY ASSOCIATION
POWERFULL PRESENTATIONS
2008
NOSA, NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY ASSOCIATION
NOSA INTEGRATED 5 STAR SYSTEM 2007
CPD POINTS: 05, SAIOSH Accredited
NOSA, NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY ASSOCIATION
OHS ACT 85 OF 1993 TRAINING 2007
CPD POINTS: 02, SAIOSH Accredited
NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY ASSOCIATION
DECISION MAKING SOLUTIONS
2007
NOSA, NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY ASSOCIATION
MANAGING TRANSFORMATION
2007
NOSA, NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY ASSOCIATION
JULY 2011 - NOVEMBER 2014 ǀ 03 YEARS, 05 MONTHS
BUSINESS OWNER, GENERAL MANAGER
DUE VESTRA TRANSPORT & MAINTENANCE ǀ MPUMALANGA, SOUTH AFRICA
Directed daily operations, financial management, marketing, freight brokerage, construction projects, and customer relations
Provided transportation brokerage services on small, medium, and large loads, consisting of household goods, building materials, and bulk transportation between Mpumalanga and the North Coast JULY 2002 - JUNE 2011 ǀ 09 YEARS
SENIOR OPERATIONS & INVESTIGATIONS OFFICER
BUSCOR (PTY) LTD ǀ MPUMALANGA, SOUTH AFRICA
Assisted management with regulating of vehicles, drivers, and inspectors on route, determining new routes where necessary
Regulated a fleet of 432 rigid and train buses, administrating accident and incident investigations, passenger injuries and liabilities, and claims submissions processes
Assessed company and 3
rd
party vehicles to estimate damages and repair
costs, managing entire claim procedure and reimbursements
Acted as Accident Operations Officer, testifying and submitting evidence to Regional/Supreme Court in case of Culpable Homicide
Drafted and submitted accident and fatal accident claim forms to RAF, following up until court ruling was made and claim was paid
Assisted families with funding and funeral arrangements
Conducted post-repair vehicle inspections to determine quality of repair to avoid substandard repairs
Directed internal investigations on theft, burglary, accidents, and incidents, submitting evidence and witness statements to HR
JANUARY 2002 - JUNE 2002 ǀ 06 MONTHS
OPERATIONS & DISPATCH MANAGER
FREEWAY EXPRESS T/A BHUBEZI LOGISITCS ǀ MPUMALANGA, SOUTH AFRICA
Managed daily operations and dispatch, overseeing fleet management, client relations, and Human Resource management
Allocated and supervised drivers, overseeing driver suitability, conduct, accident and incident investigations, and driver audits
Managed trip sheets, late deliveries, shortages, returns, AAA consignments, volume weight checks, control sheets, compiling content shortages reports, damage reports, and weekly statistics JANUARY 1993 - NOVEMBER 2001 ǀ 08 YEARS, 11 MONTHS SENIOR TRAFFIC INSPECTOR & INVESTIGATOR
JOHANNESBURG METRO POLICE AND MIDDELBURG TRAFFIC DEPARTMENT ǀ SOUTH AFRICA
Appointed as Senior Traffic Inspector and Investigator at Middelburg Traffic Department from 1998 to 2001
Appointed as Traffic Inspector of Special Operations at the Johannesburg Metro Police Department from 1993 to 1997
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Date of Birth
26 July 1973
Full Name
Anton de Jager
Nationality
South African
Driver’s License
Code EB, A
Employment Equity Status
White Male
REFERENCES
Mrs. Christa van Den
Berg
Manager Staff / Payments
approval
We Buy Cars
Mr. Ivan Verhoog
Manager
Carzuka Cartrack
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