Manager: Fleet Management Services - DurbanFull job descriptionDurban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain.According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour.The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that has been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of Universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large.APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM INTERESTED PERSON(S) FOR THE UNDER MENTIONED POST. THE ADVERT IS OPEN TO EXTERNAL CANDIDATES THROUGH THE DUT WEBSITE OR LINKEDINDepartment: Real Estate ManagementRE: ADVERTISEMENTPost - Manager: Fleet Management Services (Ref 20001069)Minimum Requirements:NQF Level 7 Qualification in Fleet management/Transport Management or Logistics6 years’ relevant Fleet Management operations experienceDriver’s License code 08Ability to work extensive hours and in some cases travel.Key Competencies:Knowledge of the administration, management, and monitoring of fleetSound knowledge of fleet management systems.Sound knowledge of fleet Risk Management.Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and at least one other official local language.Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applicationsAnalytical mindset and good problem-solving skillsKnowledge of vehicle licensing and registrationSummary of Duties:Planning, monitoring, coordinating and controlling the University’s Transport and Logistics Services function.Development of key Fleet Needs AnalysisControl procurement and maintenance of the university fleet and ensure that the Fleet department performs effectively and efficientlyStreamline, monitor and control the fuel purchase system and ensure financial transactions accuracyPlan and prepare annual budgets, expenditures and analyse all financial objectives.Supervise, control and direct the work attendance, conduct and performance of staff, address workplace conflicts/ unsatisfactory attendance or performance.Administrative, reporting and record keeping functions.Develops and maintains vendor and service provider relationships for fuel, maintenance and other essential services.Develops and implements safety, preventive maintenance, and accident prevention programs.Salary: Market relatedContact Person: Miss ZJ NgcoboStatus of Position: PermanentTo apply with the following documents:DUT Application form (Downloadable from DUT career page)CVCover LetterRelevant NQF 7 qualificationIDKindly note:Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered.“While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy” The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
