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SAFLog is looking for a Fleet Manager in Johannesburg to take charge of its national road vehicle fleet. This is a permanent role for an experienced fleet professional who can keep vehicles safe, available and cost-effective across multiple operational sites. The position carries reference 209836, and applications close on 06 November 2026, so there is only a short window to apply.
About the company and the work
The Fleet Manager will manage SAFLog’s national road vehicle fleet and its allocated fleet equipment. The aim is to make sure operational sites always have safe, reliable, appropriately allocated and cost-effective transport. The role coordinates vehicle acquisition and disposal recommendations, fleet deployment, maintenance, fuel management, tracking systems, driver authorisation, incident administration and fleet records across the organisation. It is a hands-on management job that combines planning, cost control, safety and people coordination, and it involves travel nationally and support for urgent breakdowns when required.
Role details and duties
The Fleet Manager’s key accountabilities cover fleet planning and vehicle allocation; maintenance planning and vehicle availability management; vehicle licensing and driver authorisation administration; fuel consumption and operating cost control; fleet tracking and responsible vehicle use monitoring; safety management, incident reporting and claims administration; procurement support and supplier management; budget control and fleet asset lifecycle management; coordination of fleet personnel, site managers and vehicle custodians; and fleet reporting, analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Applicants need Grade 12 and a Diploma in Fleet Management, Transport Management, Logistics Management or a related qualification. A minimum of 5 years’ fleet or transport management experience in a multi-site operational environment is required, together with practical experience in vehicle maintenance planning, fuel management and cost control. A valid driver’s licence appropriate to the vehicles driven is required, as is a willingness to travel nationally and coordinate urgent breakdown support when required. Advantageous items listed in the advert are fleet systems, telematics or vehicle maintenance training; supervisory or management training; and experience within logistics, rail-support, mining or heavy industry environments. Knowledge required includes road fleet maintenance and lifecycle planning; vehicle safety, licensing and driver authorisation processes; fuel management, telematics and fleet cost control; procurement, finance and delegated authority processes; and safety, conduct and information control standards. Skills required include data analysis and cost management; supplier negotiation and relationship management; problem-solving and decision-making; reporting and presentation skills; coaching, leadership and communication skills; and strong administrative and organisational abilities. No experience level label beyond the requirements above is stated in the advert, and only what the advert states is listed here.
Where to find and apply safely
This vacancy is advertised on Careers24, where the closing date is given as 06 November 2026. Apply through the Apply button on this page, which opens the original SAFLog advert on Careers24. Apply only through that official listing, and never pay anyone for a job application or an interview.
Practical tips
Lead with your multi-site fleet management experience and name the size and mix of the fleets you have run. Show how you have controlled fuel and operating costs, planned maintenance to keep vehicles available, and handled licensing, driver authorisation and incident reporting. Mention any fleet systems or telematics experience, and be ready with examples of supplier negotiations and lifecycle decisions such as acquisition and disposal recommendations.
How the process works
Applications go through the Careers24 listing to SAFLog, which reviews them against the stated requirements. Shortlisted candidates can expect the employer to contact them; keep your phone and email details up to date and check the original advert for any further instructions.
Important information
This post is shared for information only and is not a job offer or a guarantee of employment. Always confirm the details, including the closing date and requirements, in the original advert before applying. Note that another Fleet Manager post for Johannesburg already exists on this site from a different employer; this post covers the separate SAFLog vacancy, reference 209836. #FleetManagerJobs #JohannesburgJobs #LogisticsJobs #TransportJobs #SouthAfricaJobs #GautengJobs