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Transport Controller - Waste Control - Cape TownFull job descriptionCOMPANY PROFILEWaste Control is Cape Towns oldest waste management company, operating a large modern fleet of purpose-built vehicles and equipment designed for the efficient collection and safe disposal of industrial, municipal and domestic waste. Waste Control is a division of SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd.JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Waste Control Division currently has a vacancy for a motivated, professional and organized Transport Controller to join their team. The Transport Controller`s primary purpose is to assist with organizing the logistics of the Waste Control operations to ensure smooth operation and that the requirements of the Waste Control clients are met.He/she will also be required to:xc2xb7 Manage the day to day transport service requirementsxc2xb7 Daily vehicle routing and schedulingxc2xb7 Ensure highest possible customer service levelsxc2xb7 Ensure that the fleet is in a roadworthy condition and conforms to Company policy in terms of branding and cleanlinessxc2xb7 Effective supervision of Drivers and Truck Assistantsxc2xb7 Effective management of Drivers and Truck Assistants discipline, time keeping and attendancexc2xb7 Liaise with Human Resources department in respect of any staff related issues that do arisexc2xb7Ensure Occupational Health and Safety requirements are adhered toQUALIFYING CRITERIAxc2xb7 Grade 12 or equivalentxc2xb7 Previous Fleet controlling experience in the Waste industry will be an added advantagexc2xb7 Transport Management or similar qualification will be an added advantagexc2xb7 Proven Leadership ability - must be able to lead by example.xc2xb7 Must have a valid, unendorsed EC (Code 14) drivers license and (PrDP)xc2xb7 Basic Computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel and Microsoft Office)xc2xb7 Working knowledge of vehicle tracking systemsQUALIFYING ATTRIBUTESxc2xb7 Self-motivated, accurate, goal orientated and attention to detail.xc2xb7 Able to analyse and implement verbal instructions.xc2xb7 Ability to multi-task and manage demanding workload in a pressurised environment.xc2xb7 Ability to work independently and within a team.xc2xb7 Ability to meet deadlines and deliver results (time management).xc2xb7 Excellent communication, telephone & organizational skillsxc2xb7 Ability work independently and within a teamxc2xb7 Great customer skillsOther Information:Job title:Transport ControllerReporting to:General Manager and Transport ManagerJob type:Permanent positionBenefits include:xc2xb7 Provident fundxc2xb7 Medical aidxc2xb7 Life cover at 4x annual salaryxc2xb7 Funeral coverxc2xb7 15 x paid leave days per annumxc2xb7 Long service leave after five years of employmentStandard hours07h30-17h00: Monday - Thursday07h30-16h00: FridayWill be required to work overtime as per operational requirementsJob Type: Full-timeAbility to commute/relocate:Cape Town, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)Education:Diploma (Preferred)Experience:Transport Controller: 5 years (Required)

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