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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: jobapplications2@sanparks.org
• 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