Ivor K Van Der Byl
Fleet Manager / Transport Manager
Mthatha Eastern Cape
Summary
Accomplished Fleet Manager with a proven track record at a Government entity, enhancing productivity and revenue through strategic operations and logistics management. Skilled in driver management and effective communication, I spearheaded initiatives that improved fleet efficiency by 20%. Expert in implementing safety regulations and conducting training, I excel in optimizing resources and fostering team collaboration.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Manager
Government
08.2008 - 07.2023
- Streamlined operations to increase productivity and oversaw employees to maximize outcomes.
- Evaluated fleet performance metrics regularly to identify areas for improvement, leading to increased productivity and revenue growth.
- Managed fleet budget effectively, optimizing resource allocation for maximum returns on investment while minimizing expenses.
- Managed a diverse team of drivers, maintenance crews, and administrative staff which contributed to improved collaboration and efficiency in the workplace.
- Inspected vehicles and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
- Reduced repair costs through the establishment of strategic partnerships with reliable vendors and negotiating favorable contract terms.
- Generated daily reports detailing suggested process improvement initiatives to inform management.
- Supervised maintenance team and effectively delegated assignments to optimize processes.
- Positively interacted with drivers, upper management and shop department, which helped improve overall communication.
- Enhanced overall fleet safety through rigorous compliance with regulatory standards and implementation of best practices in risk management.
- Improved driver performance by conducting regular training sessions, monitoring driving habits, and providing constructive feedback.
- Maintained accurate records of all vehicles'' registration, insurance policies, maintenance logs, and other relevant documentation for easy access during audits or inspections.
- Trained drivers to manage time effectively, improving overall mileage performance.
- Completed projects by effectively delegating tasks and overseeing employee performance.
- Conducted root cause analysis for recurring issues in the fleet operations, developing effective solutions that minimized downtime and enhanced reliability.
- Streamlined vehicle allocation processes for optimal utilization of resources and timely delivery of services.
Education
National Diploma - Public Administration
PSETA Government
King Williamstown 01.2023
National Diploma - Transportation Management
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg 01.2015
Skills
Delivery schedule oversight
Timeline
Fleet Manager
Government
08.2008 - 07.2023
National Diploma - Public Administration
PSETA Government
National Diploma - Transportation Management
University of Johannesburg
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