Description:
The purpose of the position is to ensure 100% safe dispatches from the DC and to ensure that all deliveries are accurately dispatched. This position is not only about dispatching, it includes the activities like debriefing etc
The Key Functional Responsibilities:
Te Key Functional responsibilities of the Transport Supervisor include but are not limited to:
Check the presentation of the driver on arrival to the DC. Ensure that the driver thoroughly completes the pre-trip truck inspection. Record that the fridges are running at the correct temperatures on the trip log. Conduct an alcohol test on the driver and enter details on the vehicle check sheet. Get the vehicle check sheet back from the driver. Check for any defaults and sign the vehicle check sheet to indicate that the vehicle is safe to dispatch. Issue driver with tag, probe and driver bag which includes a fuel card, cell phone, calibrated thermometer, latest shelf-life matrix, mp caps, offloading procedures, GDPS, accident reports and rain covers. Issue driver with the correct documentation making sure that the driver has the correct invoices, load diagram and trip log. Make sure that the driver has working and clean delivery equipment. Ensure that the driver and VA are dressed in the correct Digistics uniform. Check that the pallet label corresponds to trolley diagram. Inspect truck before Driver leave and report any fleet repairs required. Ensure Fleet checks and enquiring on time services and repairs to be done timeously.h
Brief drivers on the following:
Implement driver training plans by scheduling and implementing plans to improve driver performance, driver adherence to company quality standards, safety on the road, and continued medical suitability for employment. Ensure new Driver Take ons are done per Fleet policy and all relevant assessments are done timeously for sign off and tagging. To be an active role player and carry knowledge on food safety culture. To be conscious of general Health and safety protocol as per the company policy and procedure. To be conscious of the Facility general Health and safety representatives in case of an emergency. Issue uniforms and protective clothing.
Minimum Requirements:
3-5 years experience in a supervisory role managing shift, people, Health and Safety, corrective action and the management of transport admin and multi temperature stock items.
Grade 12 is compulsory with Relevant Tertiary Degree in Transport Management or similar
Good Warehousing & Distribution, Transpo
02 Mar 2025;
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gumtree.co.za