Job Opportunities at Unitrans | MyJobMag (2025)

Posted: Oct 10, 2024

Deadline: Not specified

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Job Advert Summary

• An opportunity has arisen for a Branch Manager who manages a Team who controls the import and export process for goods/cargo/equipment in accordance with the organisation's strategic objectives through the Port of Durban. Must be well versed with the import and export Customs process and familiar with the local Port operations. They will be responsible for negotiating agreements with service providers like shipping lines, transporters, unpack-depots and warehouses alike. Directs clerical staff in expediting import and export correspondence, Customs requests for information and assist with credit collections. Ensures the branch is managed in an efficient and Customer centric manner that enables client retention and a competitive service. Maintains current information on import-export tariffs, licenses and restrictions by being fully conversant on the Customs Act, matters relating to SACU, BLNE countries and SADEC regions.

Must be a strategic thinker who can operate on his own but lead by example.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma / NQF level 6
• Up to 3 years

Duties & Responsibilities

• Budgeted Targets met or exceeded
• Growth in Productivity
• Ensure Low Staff Turnover
• Recruitment and Selection at Branch Level
• Uphold Safety and Security at the Branch
• Uphold the Corporate Image of the Company
• Ensure Staff Development
• Ensure Service Quality
• Planning
• Financial
• Staff
• Performance
• Operational – fleet
• Action Plans for corrective action
• Adhere and enforce Policies and Procedures
• Ensure open communication channels between staff and internal and external clients
• Staff Motivation – leading by example

Administration duties:

• Petty Cash
• Daily / Weekly / Monthly Reports
• Creditors
• Staff Returns
• Uphold Audit Standard at the Branch
• Assist Regional Manager

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Job Advert Summary

• An opportunity has arisen for a Operational Risk Investigator responsible for the implementation and execution of an operational risk framework. Ensures the collection of operational risk data, including internal risk events and key risk indicators. Maintain and develop new stress test scenarios to evaluate the operational risks. Facilitates the risk and control self-assessment process to determine residual risk exposures. Drafts operational risk reports to management on risk events and exposures.

Minimum Requirements

• 4 year Degree / NQF level 7
• Experience: Up to 4 years

Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement operational risk policy and procedures in line with regulatory and market changes.
• Identify, review, analyze and manage operational risks in business units.
• Implement strategies to prevent, eliminate and mitigate operational risks.
• Monitor and track operational risk issues on regular basis.
• Prepare and maintain risk management documentation, risk policies and risk reports.
• Provide timely update of operational risk issues and decisions to managers.
• Develop key risk and control indicators to identify and control operational risks.
• Develop risk assessment program and action plans to mitigate operational risks.
• Work with business unit to understand business, drivers, concerns, future plans and offer support to mitigate risk.
• Conduct presentations and workshop sessions on risk identification and mitigation.
• Ensure continuous improvement in operating procedures to avoid risks.
  

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Job Advert Summary

• An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Petroleum Tanker Driver to operate a motor vehicle, the gross vehicle mass or gross combination mass of which exceeds 25 000kg. Please refer to the minimum requirements, duties and responsibilities below for further information.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric / NQF level 4, Grade 10 / NQF level 2 • Code EC PrDP – “D” if required to operate a DG vehicle •
• As a petroleum driver at least 3 years’ experience
• Safe driving record and clean criminal record

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for a trip
• Operate ultra heavy duty vehicles
• Perform vehicle inspection before and after the trip
• Handle documentation from dispatch to the customer and back to the distribution centre
• Takes full responsibility for the roadworthiness of the vehicle when leaving the depot
• Prepared to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
• Account for all the goods that are being transported to the customer
• Follow all other reasonable instructions from supervisor

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Job Advert Summary

• An opportunity has arisen for a high calibre Contract Manager I to manage financial and administration requirements as well as tyre tracking and costs. Contract management involves overseeing the creation, negotiation, execution, and maintenance of contracts between parties, typically within a business or organizational setting. Responsible for the efficient, competitive and commercially viable operation and administration of the company's distribution depots. Responsible for all administration handling, storage, despatch and transportation of goods after receipt from the factories to the point of final delivery, in the correct quantity, quality, time and condition, as per the sales orders. This is to be achieved at optimum cost in order to ensure the best return for the company by continually meeting customers service needs.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Road Transport or Logistics or a Degree in Management with financial electives
• 5-7 years' experience in a Logistics and Supply Chain management environment
• 1-2 years for the most complex task (strategic planning focuses on the next year's activities)
• Knowledge of Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Experience in finance and financial analysis
• Knowledge of logistics equipment and the associated maintenance requirements
• General knowledge of the operations and configurations of mechanical vehicles
• Knowledge of general expense management / budgeting
• Human resources management skills
• Relevant written and verbal contracts / service level agreements
• Experience in KPI reporting
• National Bargaining Council Agreements

Duties & Responsibilities
Financial

• Compile and present annual budgets and periodic forecasts
• Measure monthly performance against budget
• Ensure all administrative functions are conducted within the prescribed deadlines
• Strict cost management
• Screen all suppliers by comparing costs, quality products and BEE
• Authorize and submit cash book payments so that the costs are correctly allocated
• Report weekly on projects contract revenue, kilometres and profits

Operational

• Effective management of organisational assets and resources
• Develop and maintain procedures which relate to day to day operational requirements
• Maximise asset utilisation
• Day to day management of vehicle maintenance and tyres
• Daily load planning and feedback
• Daily management staff working hours and overtime

Customer relations

• Effective customer relationship management
• Monthly KPI reporting and operational feedback
• Identification and implementation of cost saving initiatives for the customer
• Audit the quality of service provided through personal interaction with the customer on an ongoing basis and timeous corrective action is taken when required

SHERQ

• Identify, implement and maintain site/ depot specific requirements as per legislation, policy and customer requirements
• Manage and control all assets that are acquired and disposed of according to the relevant procedure and ensure accurate recording Management of safety, health, environment and quality
• Implement and manage an effective SHEQ system addressing all safety risks
• Develop a Workplace Skills Plan by assessing the development and training required by subordinates
• Enforcing adherence to legislation, policies and procedures
• Establish and maintaining a safe working environment for staff
• Accident and incident investigations and reporting

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Job Advert Summary

• An opportunity has arisen for a Checker l to check the assembling, packing, unpacking, weighing, stacking, loading, unloading, marking or addressing of goods or containers and who checks, enters or records particulars of such goods or containers manually to a written or electronic statement. An entry-level position in quality control or inventory management. Checkers are responsible for verifying the accuracy, quality, and condition of products, materials, or inventory items.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 / Matric / NQF level 4
• Experience in similar role: Up to 2 years’ experience

Duties & Responsibilities Stock Control

• Dispatch
• Record keeping and administration
• System administration
• Able to carry out all reasonable instructions from Supervisor
• Pre-loading inspection of vehicle for cleanliness and check slides closed
• Loading and Sealing of load
• Weighing of vehicles axles to ensure legal compliance
• General tasks i.e. Daily cleaning of weighbridge and loading area General housekeeping of loading facility
• Completion of bin stock documentation

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Job Advert Summary

• An opportunity has become available for a high caliber Code 14 Driver who will be based at our contract. Please refer to the minimum requirements, duties and responsibilities below for further information.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Code EC driver's license with a valid PrDP.
• 3 years experience driving an Ultra heavy vehicle.
• 3 years experience driving a Superlink/Interlink/combination.
• Must be prepared to work weekends and public holidays.
• Defensive driving techniques.
• Reporting procedure of emergencies and defects.
• Vehicle inspections and operating a fire extinguisher.
• Maximizing vehicle cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
• Vehicle loading and offloading techniques.
• Own reliable transport to and from work.
• Clean criminal record
• Medically Fit.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle for trip and operate Ultra heavy duty vehicles.
• Load, Transport and offloading of vehicles.
• Handle required documentation and perform ancillary duties.
• All other reasonable instructions from Supervisor.
• Prepared to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
• Safe driving record and clean criminal record.
• Housekeeping of vehicles, uniform and PPE.
• Adhere to promote SOP’s and Safety Procedures Successfully undergo / complete the following:
• Medical evaluation
• USCS training modules
• Induction processes
• Practical driving evaluation
• Verification of clean criminal record

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Job Advert Summary

• Unitrans is seeking to employ an experienced SHEQ Executive who will have the responsibility to craft, develop and manage the SHEQ Strategy for the business, oversee the legal compliance and customer requirements. Importantly will ensure that risk assessments are reviewed and maintained in alignment with the national and international standard requirements.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications:

• A Tertiary Qualification/Degree / equivalent qualification related to Safety Management
• SAMTRAC education background and Advanced HIRA qualification.

Experience:

• At least 10 years’ experience in senior SHEQ and Risk management roles.
• Experience in managing Safety systems such as 9001, 14001 and OHASA 18000
• Strong knowledge and background in Transport, Mining or similar heavy industries.

Skills and Attributes Required:

• Business Acumen. Must have a customer first execution philosophy. Demonstrate awareness of business and industry dynamics. Ability to analyze technology trends and operational business issues and make informed decisions.
• Adaptability. Must demonstrate the ability to respond effectively to changing environments (expected and unexpected). Ability to evolve own ideas and solutions in response to changing circumstances.
• Diversity Mindset. Must have an awareness and openness to diversity – promote inclusion and sharing of ideas and convey respect for different perspectives.
• Design Thinking. Demonstrate the ability to use different problem-solving strategies and select the one that best meets the requirements of the situation. Keep the big picture of the problem in mind while focusing on its specifics.
• Communication. Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Demonstrate the ability to effectively interpret the needs of all stakeholders, respond to their needs, and manage expectations.
• Collaboration. Ability to collaborate with all stakeholders in the pursuit of common goals. Must have strong interpersonal skills to manage large teams with influence.
• Decision Making. Must be a proven leader and manager, able to take charge and act assertively without guidance. Use business criteria and values to evaluate alternative courses of action. Make a timely choice based on the options and information available
• Results-Driven. Focus on desired results and business outcomes. Must be both a problem solver and a risk taker. Define performance standards in terms of doing what is appropriate (and doing it well). Work to achieve goals despite barriers or difficulties.
• Relationship management. Must be able to engage, build and manage relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrate the ability to handle and resolve conflict situations to ensure ongoing goal achievement.
• Technical leadership. Practical orientation and current knowledge in the areas of enterprise architecture design (including cloud architectures), platform and application design principles, data management standards and analytical methods, security principles, redundancy, data protection and recovery systems.

Duties & Responsibilities
SHEQ Management Strategy

• Develop and manage the SHEQ Strategy for the business
• Provide input to wider corporate strategy, policy and decision making.
• Determine strategic direction and work priorities for the continuous improvement of SHEQ procedures, programmes and systems.
• Ensure alignment between Unitrans and customer SHEQ requirements.
• Promote and improve the SHEQ culture internally as well as internally.
• Audits and oversight
• Oversee SHEQ related internal and external audits and ensure action plans are in line with legal and contractual requirements.
• Oversee the customer audit findings and evaluate the effectiveness of the remedial action plans.
• Determine and approve changes or improvements in SHEQ Process.
• Oversee the alignment of the internal audit protocols in accordance with company objectives.
• Ensure certification and retention of required standards and customer requirements.

SHEQ Management and oversight

• Creating and maintaining a clear vision for environment, employee health and safety.
• Oversee the management of a safe and healthy work environment.
• Oversee the legal compliance and customer requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate processes and events to mitigate the possible environments, health and safety impact on the company as well as employees and third parties.
• Quality Management and oversight
• Oversee that the company processes provides the outcomes required by the customers in alignment with the vision.
• Oversee the alignment to the International standards (e.g. ISO9001).
• Build strategic partnerships with customers, internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee the identification and selection of SHEQ related service providers and ensure their compliance to company requirements.

SHEQ Risk and compliance

• Develop and Manage a SHEQ Risk and Compliance strategy for the business.
• Ensure that risk assessments are reviewed and maintained in alignment with the international standard requirements.
• Ensure effective communication of all SHEQ principles and standards.
• Ensure that SHEQ related resources are used optimally and ensure compliance with the contractual agreements.

Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.

• UFFC Branch Manager - Durban
• Operational Risk Management Investigator - Tulisa Park
• Petroleum Tanker Driver - Milnerton
• Contract Manager I - Worcester
• Checker I - Brackenfell
• Ultra-heavy Motor Vehicle Driver - Rustenburg
• SHEQ Executive - Brackenfell

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