Fleet Manager

In brief

**Overview** Bushwise, one of South Africa’s premier safari destinations, is seeking an experienced Fleet Manager. This hands-on role involves overseeing the operational readiness of a mixed fleet of 19 vehicles, including Land Rover Defenders (1997–2016), Ford Rangers, Nissan NP300s, Mahindra Scorpio, and a New Holland tractor. The position requires strong technical expertise, organisational discipline, and a commitment to maintaining reliability within a remote bush environment. **What you will do** The Fleet Manager will be responsible for the mechanical upkeep, service scheduling, and operational performance of all vehicles and plant equipment across company properties. Key responsibilities include: * Maintain a live service schedule for all vehicles, tracking mileage, service intervals, and next service dates. * Conduct and oversee routine services, preventative maintenance, and mechanical repairs. * Diagnose and repair diesel engines (Land Rover Defender 2.2/2.4 Puma’s and TDI’s, Ford Ranger 2.2, Nissan NP300). * Manage tyre stock, battery replacements, brake servicing, and drivetrain maintenance. * Maintain accurate logbooks and condition reports for each vehicle. * Oversee parts procurement, supplier relationships, and workshop inventory. * Coordinate with external specialists and service centres in Hoedspruit when required. * Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy and compliant with relevant regulations. * Produce monthly fleet reports and manage the maintenance budget. * Supervise and develop maintenance staff or assistants where applicable. * Liaise with camp managers to prioritise and schedule fleet work. * Provide updates in weekly operational meetings. **Requirements (from the original advert)** **Essential:** * Qualified diesel mechanic (trade test certificate or equivalent), or proven equivalent experience. * Minimum 5 years hands-on mechanical experience, preferably in a game lodge, farm, or remote operations environment. * Demonstrable expertise with Land Rover Defender diesel variants. * Strong fault diagnosis skills and ability to work independently. * Valid Code 10 (EC) driver’s licence. * Willingness to live on the reserve and respond to after-hours callouts. **Advantageous:** * Experience with tractors and road maintenance equipment. * Previous experience managing a multi-vehicle fleet with formal reporting. * Computer literacy (spreadsheets and basic reporting). **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an experienced, qualified diesel mechanic with a minimum of 5 years of hands-on mechanical experience, ideally gained in a game lodge, farm, or remote operations environment. Applicants must possess demonstrable expertise with Land Rover Defender diesel variants, strong fault diagnosis skills, and the ability to work independently. A valid Code 10 (EC) driver’s licence is required, along with a willingness to live on the reserve and respond to after-hours callouts. The role suits an individual with strong technical expertise, organisational discipline, and a passion for maintaining reliability in a remote bush environment. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/it-computer/other-it-computer/hoedspruit/fleet-manager-id-7613136 Source: jobmail

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