Emergency Response Logistic Controller
O'Brien Recruitment
- R12,500 per month
- Contract Intermediate position
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Brackenfell
- Posted 21 May 2026 by O'Brien Recruitment
- Expires in 34 days
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Job 2639413
About the position
Emergency Response Logistics Controller
Are you able to stay calm under pressure, think quickly and coordinate effectively during emergency situations? We are looking for an Emergency Response Logistics Controller to join a fast-paced operations environment within the logistics and delivery sector.
This role is focused on rapid response planning, communication, coordination and operational support during emergencies, ensuring smooth service delivery and effective resource management across the network.
Key Responsibilities:
Emergency Response & Coordination
- Assist with emergency response planning and execution
- Coordinate resources and communication during incidents and disruptions
- Monitor and report on emergency response activities
- Escalate critical incidents to relevant decision-makers
- Support training simulations and emergency preparedness initiatives
- Gather feedback and assist with continuous improvement processes
Asset & Fleet Monitoring
- Monitor assets equipped with tracking devices
- Engage with drivers regarding alerts and operational risks
- Identify repeat operational concerns and escalate accordingly
- Report defective tracking units to the fleet department
Communication & Reporting
- Act as a key point of contact between operational teams, management and service providers
- Provide accurate updates and reports during emergency situations
- Assist with post-incident reporting and debriefing
- Support communication processes to ensure clear and accurate information sharing
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure adherence to company policies and safety procedures
- Maintain accurate records for reporting and audit purposes
- Promote health, safety and operational compliance within the network
Requirements:
- Matric / Grade 12 (essential)
- Diploma in Business Administration or related field (preferred)
- Minimum 2 years’ experience within a contact centre, helpdesk or similar operational environment
- Exposure to logistics, supply chain or order fulfilment environments advantageous
- Understanding of emergency response procedures and protocols
- Strong Microsoft Office 365 skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively
Key Competencies:
- Customer focused
- Strong communication skills
- Calm and resilient under pressure
- Strong relationship-building ability
- Proactive and solutions driven
- Organised and adaptable
- Energetic and able to work in a dynamic environment
If you thrive in a high-pressure operational environment and enjoy coordinating solutions in real time, we would love to hear from you.
Desired Skills:
- Asset Management
- Basic Safety Training
- Compliance
- Emergency Care
- MS Office
- Solving Problems
- Tax Reporting
O'Brien Recruitment
About the agency
O’Brien Recruitment – what is our story and who are we?
O’Brien Recruitment has assisted in connecting the right candidates with the right clients since 1997. We love what we do and we are “POWERED BY PEOPLE” – making a difference in our candidates lives and watching their careers grow and develop is the reason we are in business!
Our Permanent, Temporary and Contract Recruitment Solutions unite talent with top employers across a vast range of industries, from FMCG; Financial Services; Call Centre; Retail to Publishing; Manufacturing; Legal and Hospitality. When you deal with O’Brien Recruitment you are dealing with a team of twenty professionals who are highly capable, knowledgeable and passionate about recruitment.
We pride ourselves on the ability to give our clients and candidates a competitive edge!
We payroll over 400 temps/contractors, and on an annual basis, we place over 350 talented individuals in permanent roles in a large variety of Job Functions from A – Z!
These include: Accountants, Bookkeepers; Call Centre Agents; Debtors Clerks; Engineers; Financial Managers; Graphic Designer; Human Resources; IT Specialists; Journalists; Key Accounts Managers; Legal; Mechanical Fitters; Network Engineers; Office support staff; Portfolio/Project Administrators; Quality Assurance Managers; Receptionists; Sales Executives; Tax Consultants; Unit Trust Administrators; Villa Managers; Welders; X-Ray Testers; Yard Foremen; Zoologists.
Whether you’re progressing to the next step up the career ladder, or building a bespoke recruitment strategy to meet your wider business goals, we help professionals make valuable connections that are crucial to success.
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