Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of Fleet Manager within the Technical Services Department – Vehicle Fleet Services (Transport Depot Section) in Kruger National Park (KNP). The position will report to the Senior Manager: EMS.
The main purpose of the job:
To manage and control the vehicle fleet and equipment for Kruger National Park.
Location
KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
Requirements
- A minimum of National Diploma in Road Transport/ Fleet Management or Logistics
- A Degree in Fleet Management/ Logistics/ Road Transport will be an added advantage
- 5 years of experience in the fleet/transport management environment, 2 years of those at management level
- Experience in achieving optimal utilisation of the fleet.
- Knowledge of current fleet management guidelines and legislation (Road Traffic Act and Regulations)
- Knowledge of IT fleet management system
- Financial management and budgetary management skills
- Ability to negotiate at a high level with proven influencing skills.
- Strategic thinking abilities
- SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment.
- Excellent relationship-building and relationship-management skills.
- Communications skills
- Analytical skills and understanding of financial forecasting and trends, in order to improve efficiency.
- Performance management skills
- Attention to detail.
- Time management skills
- A valid driver’s licence.
Responsibilities
- To ensure optimal and cost-effective utilization of vehicles, plant and equipment.
- To ensure all vehicle transport activities, comply with SANParks Standards, SOPs, OHS, SABS, Road Transport Act and Road Traffic Act and Regulations.
- To manage the asset, register through acquisition, transfers, and disposal of vehicles for Kruger National Park.
- To manage vehicle fleet-related stakeholder relations and applicable contracts.
- To oversee the implementation of the Fleet Management SOP and strategy for KNP
- To manage the vehicle fleet system, inter-dependencies, and risk mitigation.
- To manage the fleet management budget and monitor expenditures for KNP.
- To ensure fleet availability to meet all requests by scheduling, forecasting, and surveying current user trends.
- To lead, manage and coach the human capital in the department.
- To ensure time maintenance, repairs, and servicing of vehicle fleet.
- To manage contracts with suppliers and respond to audit findings (as and when) within the KNP division.
- To manage stakeholder relations both internal and external.
- To be actively involved in all project management relating to fleet management in KNP.
Please Note
- NB. An appointment will be made in accordance with SANParks’ employment equity plan.
- NB. The position requires someone to reside inside the park, therefore, accommodation will be provided.
Salary
R525,190.03 – R851, 584.18
Paterson Grade
D2
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Fiona Kubayi
Kruger National Park - Human Capital Management
- Email:
- Telephone: (013) 735 4389
- Postal Address: Private Bag X402 Skukuza 1350
Documents Required
- Interested persons who meet the above-stated requirements should forward their applications; letters, detailed Curriculum Vitae and qualifications certified within the last 3 months.
- Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
Closing Date
29 October 2024
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