Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

The Key Purpose of this role is to provide on-site technical and operational oversight, delivering professional safety and fleet management services. This role ensures that the Company operates lawfully and ethically, fully complying with the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act, Road Transport Act, and relevant Governance Codes (Combined Code) related to Safety and Fleet Management.

Key Roles and Responsibilities: 

Safety Policy & Compliance 

• Implement and uphold AB InBev Safety Policy, Standards, and Corporate Governance requirements.

• Ensure compliance with the OHS Act of 1993, the Road Traffic Act, and other relevant legislation.

• Conduct ongoing shop-floor coaching on the OHS Act to promote a culture of safety.

• Ensure all new employees and contractors are inducted into the SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) programme.

• Identify and communicate workplace hazards to all staff.

• Maintain and update site procedures and work instructions, ensuring relevant staff training is conducted.

Fleet Management 

• Provide sustainable fleet and safety support to both on-site and remotely supported locations, including sales and commercial operations.

• Conduct routine inspections of the logistics fleet to ensure compliance with legal and company standards.

• Report daily on fleet availability (trucks, trailers, forklifts, and Moffetts) across all site functions.

• Manage the preventative and corrective maintenance plan and schedule for all vehicle categories, ensuring continuous fleet availability.

• Oversee the COF (Certificate of Fitness) and licensing processes.

• Obtain quotes from suppliers for fleet maintenance and repairs.

• Submit new master data requisitions and changes to the Regional Fleet Manager for approval.

• Understand and manage vehicle specific maintenance and service requirements for all vehicle types, including warehouse cleaning equipment.

• Manage spare parts inventory, ensuring adherence to minimum and maximum stock levels (including tyres).

Risk Management & Auditing 

• Safeguard stakeholder interests by proactively identifying and mitigating safety and loss risks across all AB-InBev operations.

• Be available for emergencies and collaborate with multiple stakeholders to address business hazards beyond the site perimeter.

• Manage internal self-audits, analyse findings, and monitor the implementation of corrective actions.

• Implement and sustain DPO (Distribution Process Optimisation) and VPO (Voyager Process Optimisation) Fleet and Safety Pillars through self-assessments and zone audits.

• Attend weekly Distribution Centre (DC) Fleet Meetings, providing insights on fleet and contractor performance in line with Terms of Reference (TOR).

• Conduct asset verification in accordance with the Business Reference Number (BRN) process.

• Maintain and archive records and documentation as per SAB and legal requirements, including maintenance job cards, licensing history and pre-trip inspections.

Environmental & Legal Compliance 

• Develop and maintain site standards to minimise losses, ensure legal compliance (OHS Act, Environmental Act, COID Act), and limit legal liability.

• Oversee the maintenance of the environmental programme and execution of required internal and external audits.

• Ensure that fire and explosion risks are adequately addressed through regular audits, surveys, and maintenance.

Financial & Operational Support

• Support the Regional Fleet Manager in managing expenditure against the budget (VLC), providing monthly latest estimates (LE) aligned to period phasing (DC).

• Empower operators and line managers to deliver effective, modern leadership in operations.

• Manage workshop safety using 5S principles and review maintenance SOPs to ensure safe practices are followed.

Reporting & Systems 

• Utilize CR360 to report non-conformances, incidents, and accidents.

Key Attributes and Competencies: 

• Demonstrated business and financial acumen.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Proven track record of good performance.

• Sound knowledge of health and safety practices and regulations.

• High levels of integrity and honesty.

• Strong self-management and organizational skills.

• Excellent planning skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to change (resilience).

• Initiative and proactive approach to tasks.

• Appropriate levels of assertiveness and negotiation skills.

• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.

• Strong verbal communication abilities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant 3-year tertiary degree or diploma.

• 2-3 years of hands-on experience in fleet management or a related functions.

• Solid understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and the South African Road Traffic Act.

• Familiarity with governance codes and compliance requirements.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel) and working knowledge of SAP.

Additional Information: 

• Band: VIII

AB InBev is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in line with AB InBev employment equity plan and talent requirements