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Samira Raena Anthony

Samira Raena Anthony

Summary

Responsible Fleet Specialist with strong foundation overseeing maintenance and repair of company vehicles. Enthusiastic professional knowledgeable in OSHA and other government regulatory requirements. Skilled in transportation flow management. Talented individual offering dynamic skills in Road transport management. Skilled in efficiency planning, cost reduction and budget control. Outstanding problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Serves as point-of-contact for all transportation-related inquiries and issues.

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills and excellent time management.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Fleet Controller KZN

Bidvest Bank Fleet & Asset
03.2021 - Current
  • Fleet Management (LDV/ HCV/ MHE)
  • Inspected vehicles and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
  • Conducted analysis of fleet operations and profitability to make recommendations for continuous improvement.
  • Worked with drivers, customers and company personnel to resolve service issues, routing and planning and mechanical problems.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Managing and monitoring of vehicle and crane services (FML/MM)
  • Daily monitoring of tracking unit failures
  • Short Term Rental vehicle management
  • Odo File ( Monthly sourcing and compilation of regional km for revenue billing)
  • Weekly and Monthly Operational reports
  • Short Term Rental Vehicle Hires
  • Attending monthly client meetings

Fleet Rental Officer

Imperial Truck Rental
12.2018 - 02.2021
  • Assist Sales Executives with Sales
  • Sales Administration (Quotes/Rates)
  • Fleet Maintenance (services, COF, breakdowns, Tracking, etc)
  • Vehicle Licensing
  • Incident/ Accident management
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Invoicing
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Fuel Bureau Analyst

Avis Fleet
01.2016 - 11.2018
  • Management of client fuel spend/utilization
  • Fuel Analysis
  • Fuel Fraud investigations
  • Performed audits of subsidiaries to protect shareholders and potential investors from fraudulent or unrepresentative financial claims.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Sales of internal products

Transport Operations Supervisor

Unitrans Supply Chain Solutions
01.2013 - 09.2015
  • Fleet Management
  • Booking of services
  • Utilization of fleet
  • Scheduling and planning of daily deliveries
  • Route scheduling
  • Monitor product losses / gains
  • Vehicle Tracking
  • Fuel Distribution to terminals & Fuel Stations
  • Manage drivers
  • Client centricity
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients, leading to increased account retention and business growth.
  • Developed contingency plans for potential disruptions in operations, such as equipment breakdowns or severe weather events.
  • Managed labor assignments and equipment allocations and met transportation, operations and production goals.
  • Increased operational efficiency by optimizing transport routing and scheduling.
  • Reduced fuel costs with strategic transport planning and resource allocation.
  • Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.

Operations Admin

Tanker Services
02.2011 - 12.2012
  • Supported Vehicle maintenance & Technical Admin team by handling all administrative tasks.
  • Supported Accounts team by handling all administrative tasks.
  • Supported Health & Safety team by handling all administrative tasks.
  • General Office admin

Education

Diploma - Pastoral Studies

Satellite Bible College
Durban
11-2025

Diploma - Fleet Management

Stadio Business School
06.2025

Certificate - Intro To Fleet Management

Udemy
04.2024

Certificate - Transport Logistics - Intro To Transport Modes

Udemy
04.2024

Certificate - Logistics & Transportation in Supply Chain

Udemy
04.2024

Certificate - Client Centricity

Imperial Logistics Academy
02.2019

Certificate - Business Communication

ICHAF
08.2017

Senior Certificate -

CR Swart Centre
11.2008

Skills

  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Organizational Skills

  • Time Management
  • Interpersonal Skills

Additional Information

Drivers Licence : Code B

Languages

English - Fluent

Software

Microsoft Office

SAP

Sage X3

ACCPAC

Drivecam

Mix Telematics

Bidtrack

Bidvest (In-house systems)

Timeline

Fleet Controller KZN

Bidvest Bank Fleet & Asset
03.2021 - Current

Fleet Rental Officer

Imperial Truck Rental
12.2018 - 02.2021

Fuel Bureau Analyst

Avis Fleet
01.2016 - 11.2018

Transport Operations Supervisor

Unitrans Supply Chain Solutions
01.2013 - 09.2015

Operations Admin

Tanker Services
02.2011 - 12.2012

Diploma - Fleet Management

Stadio Business School

Certificate - Intro To Fleet Management

Udemy

Certificate - Transport Logistics - Intro To Transport Modes

Udemy

Certificate - Logistics & Transportation in Supply Chain

Udemy

Certificate - Client Centricity

Imperial Logistics Academy

Certificate - Business Communication

ICHAF

Senior Certificate -

CR Swart Centre

Diploma - Pastoral Studies

Satellite Bible College
Samira Raena Anthony