ROAD TRANSPORT MANAGER
Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Road Transport Manager. A Road Transport Manager coordinates and implements transportation operations so that freight (goods, passengers or livestock) is moved from origin to destination in terms of stakeholder requirements and in compliance with legislative requirements.
A qualified learner will be able to:
- Manage human relations.
- Plan, prepare and maintain vehicle management system and transport infrastructure.
- Implement support functions for an effective transport system.
Rationale:
The rationale behind the development of this qualification is that it should serve as a useful tool to help foster a culture of professionalism in the Southern African Road Transport Industry and to provide a basis for further learning in the sector. This qualification provides the bridging opportunity for learners wishing to pursue a career in road transport operations and management. It would also serve to formally recognise the experience gained by learners employed in the sector. This qualification equips learners for employment and/or career advancement opportunities within the transport Industry of Southern Africa, and also enables them to pursue more advanced levels of study in this specific field.