Job Purpose\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\tThe Transportation Supervisor ensures the efficient, safe, and timely movement of catering supplies, meals, and equipment between the catering facility and aircraft. This role oversees drivers and transport staff, manages fleet operations, and coordinates schedules to meet strict airline turnaround times. The supervisor is responsible for maintaining compliance with aviation safety standards, food handling regulations, and company policies, while optimizing resources to deliver reliable service. By leading the transportation team, the supervisor plays a critical role in supporting flight operations, enhancing customer satisfaction, and upholding the reputation of the airline catering service<\/p>\n
Principal Accountabilities\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\tConfirm availability of vehicles according to flight schedule to adjust team\u2019s sheet accordingly
\n\tConfirm parking bays according to flight to ensure drivers are informed of correct parking bays and Aircraft registration.
\n\tConfirm parking bays and aircraft registrations against the Amos before dispatching teams and follow up with OCC to obtain correct information in the case of variances in information and inform them accordingly on corrections.
\n\tAllocate and dispatch teams according to flight schedules to ensure the loading of meals\/ bars and delivery at the correct parking bay and aircraft, according to client specification.
\n\tSign declaration form to release the vehicles in order to gain access to the airside as part of security check.
\n\tContinuously monitor flight registrations according to the flight schedules to determine changes in aircrafts and to reschedule loading accordingly and informing internal stakeholders via PA system.
\n\tInvestigate accidents\/incidents during the transfer and loading of trucks and aircrafts to obtain and record relevant information for Team Leader.
\n\tMonitor the position of drivers and confirm their position according to schedule or inform them of changes in schedule.
\n\tContinuously liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure that flights are loaded correctly and dispatched on time.
\n\tAttend to complaints by clients by investigating and providing feedback accordingly, (resolve problems within 24 hours).
\n\tEnsure all drivers have serviceable radios in use at all times.
\n\tCollect vehicle keys from drivers, vehicle check-sheets and submit to the team leader.
\n\tCompile various reports according to departmental requirements.
\n\tRecommends cost saving initiatives and controls expenditure within approved parameters.
\n\tManages subordinates’ activities to ensure the achievement of targets and standards.
\n\tManage time and attendance of sub-ordinates.
\n\tAssess performance of sub-ordinates and ensure the appropriate ER actions are implemented to correct non-performance.
\n\tAdhere to and ensure sub-ordinates adherence to all guidelines related to of Security, SHEQ, HACCP and operational policies and procedures.
\n\tAdhere to all aspects of Occupational Health and Safety, Security and Food Safety Management System guidelines and operational policies and procedures.
\n\tAssign work and monitor the adherence according to the scope of work as determined in service level agreements.<\/p>\n
Qualifications & Experience\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\tGrade 12
\n\tNational Diploma in Transportation or equivalent
\n\tValid Driver’s License
\n\t3 years\u2019 experience in supervising, scheduling and controlling operational activities.
\n\tKnowledge of aircraft types and loading configurations.
\n\tHACCP internal training.
\n\tComputer literate
\n\tKnowledge and Skills\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0
\n\tHCCP experience and SAP experience
\n\tExcellent communication skills (Verbal and Written)
\n\tExcellent leadership Skills
\n\tValid driver\u2019s license
\n\tKnowledge of food safety management systems.
\n\tBasic understanding of industrial relations
\n\tBasic business management skills
\n\tKnowledge of SHEQ management.
\n\tAbility to perform in a highly pressurized environment.<\/p>\n
Attributes\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\tInterpersonal & Communication
\n\tTechnical & Analytical
\n\tOperational Skills
\n\tLeadership & Management<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( https:\/\/www.flysaa.com\/ ) or<\/p>\n
flysaa.erecruit.co<\/p>\n
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