Administration Manager

Unitrans is hiring an Administration Manager in Brackenfell. 5+ years experience in Transport Admin/Finance and a relevant degree required. Apply by 04 January 2026.

Company: Unitrans (Consumer Contract Admin Foods)

Location: Brackenfell, Western Cape

Job Type: Permanent

Reference: UNI251204-1

Closing Date: 04 January 2026

Role Overview

An opportunity has arisen for a high-caliber Administration Manager to lead the internal administrative and financial functions for our regional operations in Brackenfell. This role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless integration of office services, financial controls, and statutory compliance across our transport and food logistics contracts.

The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader responsible for optimizing processes across all departments, managing vital assets (fuel, tires, and parts), and providing sophisticated financial reporting to drive business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Stewardship: Prepare, administer, and interpret financial information. Report on performance against budgets and manage weekly/monthly financial forecasts and cash flow.
• Asset & Risk Management: Oversee controls related to inventory (Fuel, Tires, Parts), asset verification, impairment, and insurance.
• Balance Sheet Oversight: Compile and review Balance Sheet and Revenue reconciliations; manage Debtors, Creditors, and Journals.
• Operational Optimization: Develop and refine administrative procedures across all departments to maximize productivity and resource utilization.
• Staff Leadership: Manage and delegate to administrative staff, including active performance management and development.
• Audit & Compliance: Conduct internal administration audits and coordinate with external auditors to ensure 100% compliance with relevant legislation.
• Strategic Support: Manage rate adjustments, escalations, and costings. Play an active role in rate negotiations and maintain strong customer liaison.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in an Administration Management position specifically within the Transport Industry.
• Education: A relevant Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Transport Management, Accounting, or Finance.
• Technical Skills: * Advanced financial competence and mastery of financial systems.
  • Expert-level Excel skills (Non-negotiable).
  • Proven ability in compiling complex reports and delivering professional presentations.
• Logistics Knowledge: Working knowledge of asset management (Inventory/Parts) and risk mitigation.
• Mobility: Must have own transport and be willing to travel to various depots on a regular basis.

Competencies

• Conceptual Ability: The skill to see the “big picture” and express complex ideas effectively.
• Proactive Leadership: Hands-on involvement in all areas of the business, beyond basic administration.
• Result Orientation: Ability to monitor project results and drive continuous improvement.
• Communication: Highly effective at interfacing with both internal teams and external customers.

Job Summary

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the high-caliber requirements for this role are encouraged to apply via the Unitrans Careers Portal quoting reference UNI251204-1.

Unitrans is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments will be made in line with the company’s Employment Equity goals.