Fleet Manager (Re-advertisement)

October 16, 2024

South African National Parks

Kruger National Park

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

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.