Duties

• Develop and implement effective risk management policies, procedures, and guidelines for the company's road transport operations.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and analyse potential hazards, vulnerabilities, and financial exposures related to transportation activities.
• Collaborate with various teams to identify and prioritize risk mitigation strategies and monitor the effectiveness of implemented measures.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and industry standards, including health and safety regulations and transportation laws.
• Monitor insurance coverage, claims, and other risk transfer mechanisms to optimize risk retention and protection.
• Prepare detailed risk reports and present findings to senior management, offering actionable recommendations.
• Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and emerging risks to proactively address potential challenges.
• Responsible for optimizing the Company's information systems. Knowledge of the Winfreight system will count in your favour.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Insurance or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Risk Manager or in a similar risk-related role within the transportation, logistics, or supply chain industry.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and risk management frameworks.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and compliance standards in the South African transportation industry.
• Knowledge of GIT and contingent insurance.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Prepared to be available for cell phone queries and problem solving after office hours
• Negotiating skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: R29,000.00 per month