General information
Entity
Africa Global Logistics Namibia offers of logistics solutions in all sectors of activities that govern economic life in this country. For 14 years, through our multimodal logistics solutions (clearing and forwarding, transport, warehousing, vessel agency & husbandry)) we have been modifying our know-how in the service of socio-economic development in “name of the country”. Thanks to the synergy of our means, we take an active part in major development projects in the African “region”. Thanks to investments in equipment and innovations, our teams are committed to offering tailor-made logistics solutions that meet the specific needs of our customers.
Reference number
2026-9478
Job details
Division
Transport & Logistics
Function
FREIGHT FORWARDING - ROAD HAULAGE
Position title
Fleet Controller M/F
Type of contract
PERMANENT
Contractual hours
Full time
Mission description
Job Purpose
To proactively plan and allocate the AGL Namibia truck fleet on a daily basis to maximise utilisation, efficiency, and yield. The role involves close coordination with customers and internal teams to deliver compliant, cost-effective transport solutions while ensuring smooth fleet operations.
Key Responsibilities
Fleet Control & Planning
• Plan and allocate vehicles daily to ensure optimal fleet utilisation and on-time execution.
• Monitor loading and offloading points and follow up to minimise delays and standing time.
• Coordinate and follow up on breakdowns in collaboration with operations and the workshop.
• Identify and correct unplanned truck-trailer combinations.
• Reconcile planned trips against fleet availability and resolve unallocated or uncreated trips.
Customer & Operations Coordination
• Maintain daily contact with customers to understand transport needs and manage bookings.
• Capture and confirm bookings in the TMS, ensuring all mandatory data and supporting documents are recorded.
• Prepare quotations based on trip costs, market conditions, and yield principles.
• Handover bookings and loading instructions to operations, including cargo details, special requirements (OBE, HZD), and cut-off times.
• Compile and share daily loading plans, adjusting priorities as required and communicating changes.
• Support operations with execution challenges, customer queries, and invoicing issues.
• Analyse trip profitability and contribute to rate reviews and customer portfolio optimisation.
• Provide daily fleet allocation, utilisation, and rate updates to management.
Performance, Process & Reporting
• Monitor key fleet KPIs such as utilisation, on-time delivery, and standing time.
• Maintain dashboards and reports to track overall fleet performance.
• Identify process inefficiencies and support the implementation of improved fleet and operational processes.
Security & QHSE
• Support fleet security measures to protect drivers, vehicles, and cargo.
• Coordinate with security service providers when enhanced security or escorts are required.
• Follow up on incidents and accidents and assist with required reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all QHSE policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
Profile
• Matric
• A thorough knowledge of local and cross border transport and logistics
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and client liaison skills
• Advanced Computer Skills
• A Logistics/Transport or any relevant qualification
• Minimum 3-years' experience in a similar environment
Job location
Job location
Africa, Namibia
City
WALVIS BAY
Applicant criteria
Education level
Not elsewhere classified
