TRAFFIC Eastern Cape

Transport Yard Supervisor

University of Fort Hare

Job Description

Seniority Level: Mid Career Type: Permanent

We are seeking a Transport Yard Supervisor to join our team in Nelson Mandela Bay. As the Transport Yard Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily yard operations, managing a team of drivers and loading staff, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining efficient fleet operations. Only applicants with a Code 14 Licence and Code 14 Driver experience will be considered.

Requirements
  • Matric
  • Code 14 Licence (is imperative)
  • Minimum 5 years experience as a Code 14 Driver
  • Experience in the Transport / Logistics Industry is imperative
  • Healthy, energetic
  • Mature individual
  • Computer literate
  • Management skills
  • Yard Supervisory skills
  • Mechanically orientated
  • Willingness to work overtime when needed
  • Honest and reliable
  • Able to work under pressure
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Supervising driver activities and ensuring on-time departures and deliveries
  • Provide training and testing to new drivers
  • Overseeing loading and unloading operations
  • Managing yard inventory and ensuring accurate stock levels
  • Implementing and enforcing safety procedures and protocols
  • Monitoring fleet maintenance and repairs
  • Optimising Fleet Scheduling
  • Coordinating with other departments to optimize operational efficiency

If you have 4-6 years of experience in the transport or logistics sector, strong leadership skills, and a solid understanding of fleet operations, apply now!

About This Role

Career insights for Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers positions

Salary Benchmark
R30,860/month
R20,436 to R44,541/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Reading Comprehension Coordination Monitoring Active Learning
Common Technologies
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Job Overview

Date Posted
27 Mar 2026
Location
Eastern Cape, South Africa

Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R30,860/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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