Dispatch Controller

About this role

Sasol, a global chemicals and energy company, is hiring a Dispatch Controller for its Sasolburg operations in the Free State. The job is about checking transport vehicles for safety and compliance, and getting vehicles weighed and dispatched on time.

What you’ll do

• Inspect commercial vehicles, drivers and their documents carefully, using set inspection sheets and procedures.
• Carry out pre-entry checks and issue inspection certificates.
• Reject any vehicle that fails inspection, and report defects or incidents to your Foreman.
• Issue dispatch and loading or offloading documents, and record vehicle and driver details.
• Authorise vehicles on the LES system and keep track of vehicle movements.
• Talk to drivers clearly and keep the work area and buildings tidy.

What you need

• High school certificate or a similar school diploma.
• Good reading, writing and speaking skills in English.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good interpersonal skills, and confidence to deal firmly with transport drivers.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, and to stand and walk for long periods.
• Ability to follow rules, regulations and safety procedures.
• Advantageous: knowledge of process safety, transport loads, traffic and vehicle planning, or logistics administration.

Is this job for you?

This role suits someone who pays close attention to detail and does not mind working on their feet. You should be comfortable speaking up when rules are broken, and happy to work day shifts or rotating shift patterns.

Tips before you apply

• Have your matric or Grade 12 certificate and ID ready when you apply.
• On your CV, give examples of times you checked details carefully, such as stock counts, forms or records.
• Show that you can work 12-hour shifts and stand for long periods, and mention any basic computer skills you have.