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    Senior Fleet Scheduler X1

    Job Overview / Description

    • Position Title: Senior Fleet Scheduler
    • Location: Bloemfontein, Free State
      (Company Address: 19A Third Ave, 9301 Bloemfontein, South Africa)
    • Company: Wintertide Trading 39 ta HR Solutions
    • Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time
    • Experience Level: Minimum 2 years in fleet scheduling or management, with supervisory experience preferred
    • Date Posted: 13 October 2025 (Published: 21 hours ago)

    Job Purpose:

    The Senior Fleet Scheduler is responsible for the day-to-day scheduling and coordination of cargo transport operations. The role ensures optimal allocation of vehicles and drivers to meet delivery timelines, handles real-time operational challenges (e.g., breakdowns and delays), maintains communication with clients, and manages night shift operations. The Scheduler plays a key role in ensuring compliance, efficiency, and client satisfaction across fleet activities.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Fleet Scheduling and Management:

    • Plan, supervise, and adjust daily truck schedules.

    • Monitor progress and ensure on-time deliveries.

    • Reallocate resources to handle breakdowns or urgent requirements.

    • Review fleet availability and report potential issues.

    • Conduct driver debriefings and monitor performance.

    Client and Driver Communication:

    • Maintain communication with clients regarding delivery updates and ETAs.

    • Manage issues such as delays, cargo shortages, and damage reports.

    • Ensure client systems are updated with accurate scheduling information.

    Fleet and Driver Supervision:

    • Supervise night shift team and address after-hours operational challenges.

    • Ensure drivers follow procedures, routes, and schedules.

    • Prioritize vehicles needing maintenance or compliance checks (e.g., C.O.F.).

    • Monitor and update the fleet board with truck status.

    Operational Support and Administration:

    • Maintain accurate administrative records (fleet board, load sheets, incident reports).

    • Support in handling driver-related disciplinary matters.

    • Liaise with workshop regarding maintenance and vehicle issues.

    • Supervise weekend transport operations and ensure regulatory compliance.

    Pallet Control and Load Management:

    • Track and account for pallets using the relevant systems.

    • Report shortages or damages to the pallet department.

    • Communicate with clients regarding pallet returns.

    Minimum Requirements:

    Education:

    • Matric (National Senior Certificate) – required

    • Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics, Transport, or Supply Chain – advantageous

    Experience:

    • Minimum 2 years’ experience in fleet scheduling or transport operations

    • Supervisory and night shift team management experience preferred

    • Experience in high-pressure logistics environments is highly advantageous

    Skills Required:

    • Strong organizational and planning abilities

    • Excellent communication and client service skills

    • Ability to work under pressure and handle shift work

    • Sound knowledge of transport logistics and regulatory compliance

    • Team leadership and conflict resolution skills

    • Proficiency in scheduling systems and transport-related software

    Remuneration:

    • Market-related salary (exact amount not specified)

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