The following has become available at Bidvest Vericon Outsourcing:

Position: TRANSPORT COORDINATOR

This role reports directly to the OPERATIONS MANAGER

Site Location: CLAIRWOOD KZN (COLD STORAGE)

The Suitable candidate will meet the criteria below;

Key Performance Areas:

• Route Planning & Scheduling
  Assign daily delivery routes and plan efficient schedules to optimize vehicle utilization, fuel efficiency, and timely deliveries.
• Driver Coordination & Communication
  Provide clear instructions to drivers, monitor their progress, and resolve operational issues or delays proactively.
• Documentation & Record Control
  Manage transport-related documentation including PODs, manifests, trip sheets, and ensure accurate record-keeping for all deliveries.
• Compliance & Safety Management
  Ensure drivers adhere to safety protocols, traffic regulations, and legal requirements governing transport operations.
• Monitoring & Performance Tracking
  Track vehicle locations, delivery progress, and turnaround times, identifying bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Operational Reporting
  Prepare daily and periodic transport performance reports for management, highlighting efficiency, incidents, and recommendations.

Behavioural competency requirements:

• Planning & Route Coordination
  Demonstrates strong skills in planning delivery routes, optimizing schedules, and coordinating transport activities efficiently.
• Ability to Work Under Pressure
  Capable of managing multiple tasks and resolving issues effectively in a fast-paced, high- pressure transport environment.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with drivers, supervisors, and management effectively.
• Time Management & Administrative Ability
  Strong organizational, time management, and administrative skills to ensure timely reporting, documentation control, and operational efficiency.

Technical competency requirements:

• Transport Management Systems (TMS)
  Proficient in using transport management systems to plan, track, and optimize delivery operations.
• Fleet Scheduling, Routing & Tracking
  Knowledgeable in scheduling vehicles, planning efficient routes, and monitoring fleet movements to ensure timely deliveries.
• Proof of Delivery (POD) Management
  Experienced in managing PODs, trip documentation, and maintaining accurate records for all transport activities.
• Fleet Maintenance Awareness
  Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance requirements to support fleet reliability and prevent operational disruptions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12
• 2-3 years transport coordination experience
• Knowledge of routing systems
• Logistics/transport qualification (advantage)

ENVIRONMENTAL OR OTHER CONDITIONS:

• Cold storage environment
• Weekend and after-hours work may be required based on operational needs

Appointments shall be in line with the Company’s Employment Equity Policy.

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Should you not receive any feedback within 2 Weeks of application, consider your application as unsuccessful.

Closing date: 30/01/2026