About the Role
The eThekwini District Office is looking to fill the vital position of Assistant Director: Fleet. Based in the bustling city of Durban, this role is essential for ensuring the effective management of transport services across various healthcare facilities, including hospitals, community health centres, and emergency medical services. By overseeing fleet operations, this position directly contributes to the efficiency of public services that support the health and wellbeing of the community.
In this role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining a fleet that is not only functional but also compliant with government regulations. Your efforts will help ensure that healthcare facilities have reliable transport at their disposal, ultimately reducing complaints and enhancing the quality of care provided to the public. This is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of South Africans.
About the Department
The eThekwini District Office is dedicated to delivering comprehensive healthcare services to the local community. Its mission encompasses a broad range of public health initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes and ensuring access to essential services. Working within this department means being part of a larger team committed to serving the public and making a difference in the lives of individuals and families in the eThekwini region.
What You’ll Do
- Manage and oversee the use of fleets in hospitals, community health centres, emergency medical services, and mortuaries.
- Ensure compliance with fleet management policies and conduct regular audits.
- Compile and present reports to district management and provincial offices as required.
- Monitor fleet management indicators and ensure vehicle availability to reduce public complaints.
- Conduct physical inspections to assess vehicle condition and identify underutilised vehicles for replacement.
- Maintain accurate records for fleet management and audit purposes.
- Engage with stakeholders for the rationalisation of transport services.
- Provide on-road emergency support for incidents involving fleet vehicles.
What You’ll Need
- A Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification.
- A Degree or National Diploma in Transport Management, Public Management, or Public Administration.
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in fleet management, including three (3) years in a supervisory role within a transport-related environment.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Strong technical knowledge and skills in fleet management.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency in risk management, decision-making, and time management.
- Ability to work collaboratively and lead teams effectively.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
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Requirements
Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification Degree or National Diploma in Transport Management or Public Management or Public Administration.A minimum five (5) years’ experience in fleet management of which three (3) years must be supervisory experience in Transport related environment, Valid driver’s license.
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required: Ability to apply technical/professional knowledge and skills in the work area and wider work environment.
Ability to keep abreast of work-related developments.
Change Management, Decision making, time management skills.
Risk Management Skills Good interpersonal relation skills.
Public Service Financial Management, Departmental policies and procedures, project management, Intermediate Human Resources Development, General management, Strategic management, Skills Development Act, LRA, BCEA.
Leadership, Facilitation, Computer literacy skills Good Presentation skill, Innovative, Analytical, Verbal and written communications skills Good People Management skill.
Job Duties
Oversee management and use of the fleets in hospitals, CHCs, EMS, Mortuaries and PHC.Ensure compliance to fleet management policies and prescripts.
Conduct fleet audits.
Compile and present reports to district management and provincial office as required.
Monitor and report on fleet management indicators on Annual Performance Plan Ensure availability of fleet to reduce complaints by monitoring that servicing and necessary repairs are conducted.
Conducting physical inspections to determine the condition of fleet for possible damage.
Identifying underutilized vehicles due for replacement (BOS).
Monitor the allocation of KZN vehicles and vehicles used for private on official use.
Maintain proper records for fleet management and audit purposes.
Ensure functionality of accident committees across the district.
157 Identify fleet risks related to fleet management and implement mitigation strategies.
Monitor fleet expenditure across the district.
Conduct stakeholder engagements for the rationalisation of transport.
Provide on road, emergency support for incidents relating to fleet for example hijacking and accident.
Provide input and implement policies pertaining licensing of district vehicles.
Monitor licensing disc and tracking disc for all vehicles in the district Monitor asset register of Departmental vehicles, Coordinate and monitor payment of fines to relevant traffic departments.
