Driver Debrief Compliance Officer – 4PL Group – Kempton Park

Driver Debrief Compliance Officer Vacancy in Kempton Park

4PL Group (Pty) Ltd is recruiting a Driver Debrief Compliance Officer for its 4PL Cape operations in the Kempton Park area of Gauteng.

The successful candidate will monitor driver performance, fleet efficiency and compliance with operational and safety requirements.

The role includes reviewing vehicle tracking information, monitoring fuel usage, conducting driver debriefings, identifying compliance concerns and recommending corrective actions.

This opportunity is suited to an experienced transport or logistics professional who understands fleet operations, driver management and road transport safety.

Key Responsibilities

The Driver Debrief Compliance Officer will perform duties involving driver performance, fleet monitoring, safety and operational compliance.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting regular meetings with drivers to discuss performance and operational concerns.
• Reviewing incidents, driver feedback and vehicle inspection information.
• Identifying recurring driving or operational problems.
• Recommending coaching or corrective action where performance needs improvement.
• Monitoring vehicle tracking and telematics reports.
• Checking driving behaviour and route compliance.
• Analysing fuel consumption and investigating unusual usage.
• Monitoring compliance with company policies and road traffic requirements.
• Maintaining records of driver debriefings and corrective actions.
• Supporting safety awareness activities and toolbox talks.
• Monitoring dangerous goods compliance where applicable.
• Assisting with audits and compliance inspections.
• Preparing operational and compliance reports for management.
• Working with management and HR on driver performance concerns.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• At least five years of experience in the transport and logistics industry.
• Experience conducting driver debriefings, monitoring driver performance or managing fleet compliance.
• Experience working with telematics, vehicle tracking and fleet reporting systems.
• Experience monitoring fuel consumption and driver efficiency.
• Experience providing driver counselling or corrective coaching.

The employer requires relevant industry experience rather than simply a background in driving.

Advantageous Qualifications and Experience

The following qualifications and experience will strengthen an application:

• A relevant qualification in transport, fleet management, compliance or occupational health and safety.
• Dangerous Goods Training qualification.
• Health and Safety qualification.
• Assessor or Moderator qualification.
• Previous experience with SQAS compliance.
• Experience with dangerous goods transport requirements.

These qualifications and specialised compliance backgrounds are listed as advantageous, not compulsory.

Driver Debriefing and Performance Monitoring

The successful candidate will regularly engage with drivers to review operational performance.

These discussions may involve delivery incidents, driving behaviour, safety concerns, vehicle inspections and other issues affecting fleet operations.

The officer must record the outcome of each debriefing, identify actions that need attention and follow up to ensure that concerns are addressed.

Serious or repeated issues must be referred to management and HR where appropriate.

Vehicle Tracking and Fuel Monitoring

The position requires practical knowledge of vehicle tracking and telematics systems.

The successful candidate will review available fleet information to identify problems involving:

• Driving behaviour.
• Route compliance.
• Fuel efficiency.
• Vehicle operating patterns.
• Repeated performance concerns.

The information will be used to recommend practical improvements that can help reduce unnecessary fuel consumption, improve safety and support efficient fleet operations.

Compliance and Road Safety

A major responsibility of the role is monitoring compliance with operational procedures, road traffic legislation and company safety requirements.

The officer will identify instances where drivers or fleet operations do not meet the required standards.

The successful candidate must then document the concern, recommend appropriate corrective action and monitor progress until the issue has been addressed.

The position also involves communicating safety information to drivers and supporting initiatives that promote responsible driving.

Toolbox Talks and Driver Awareness

The successful candidate will conduct toolbox talks and participate in driver safety awareness activities.

Topics may include:

• Safe driving practices.
• Driver fatigue.
• Emergency procedures.
• Lessons learned from incidents.
• Changes to operating procedures.
• Relevant workplace and road safety risks.

The objective is to encourage safer driving and improve compliance throughout the workforce.

SQAS and Dangerous Goods Compliance

The role includes monitoring compliance with Safety and Quality Assessment for Sustainability (SQAS) requirements and applicable dangerous goods transport procedures.

The successful candidate will help maintain driver documentation, training records and compliance information.

The officer will also support relevant inspections and audits, identify gaps and coordinate corrective action with the responsible departments.

Driver Counselling and HR Support

The position includes working with management and human resources on matters involving driver performance.

The officer may provide documented performance information to support counselling, disciplinary procedures or performance improvement initiatives.

Confidentiality, accurate record keeping and professional communication are important when dealing with these matters.

Reporting and Administration

The successful candidate will maintain organised records of driver performance, safety activities, compliance findings and corrective actions.

Regular reports may cover:

• Driver performance trends.
• Fleet tracking and telematics.
• Fuel consumption.
• Safety and compliance concerns.
• Toolbox talks and driver coaching.
• Outstanding corrective actions.

These records support management decisions, internal reviews and customer compliance assessments.

Skills and Competencies

Suitable candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of fleet operations.
• Attention to detail.
• Good administrative and reporting skills.
• Ability to identify performance trends.
• Professional handling of sensitive information.
• Confidence when providing constructive feedback.
• Understanding of road transport safety and compliance.

About 4PL Group

4PL Group provides logistics and transport-related services, including road freight, warehousing and supply chain solutions.

The advertised position supports the company’s driver performance and compliance activities within its 4PL Cape operations.

Job Location

Pomona / Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa

The vacancy is advertised under Kempton Park, while 4PL Group’s recruitment announcement identifies Pomona as the location.

Salary and Employment Type

The accessible vacancy does not provide a confirmed salary amount or specify whether the position is permanent or fixed-term.

Applicants should verify these details with the employer.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the requirements can apply through the original PNet vacancy.

Before applying, ensure your CV clearly demonstrates your transport and logistics experience.

Applicants should particularly highlight:

• Years of experience in transport and logistics.
• Driver debriefing and performance monitoring.
• Telematics and vehicle tracking systems.
• Fuel consumption monitoring.
• Fleet safety and compliance.
• Driver coaching and counselling.
• Dangerous goods or SQAS experience, where applicable.

Candidates who have completed relevant health and safety, dangerous goods, assessor or moderator training should include these qualifications.

Application feedback: The employer states that applicants who do not receive a response within two working weeks may regard their applications as unsuccessful.

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