Road Transport Supervisor

The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Road Transport Supervisor. A Road Transport Supervisor oversees the implementation and maintenance of road transport operations for the movement of freight from origin to destination (including reverse logistics) in accordance with stakeholder/customer and legislative requirements. This qualification serves as an introduction into a management position in this occupation. A qualified learner will be able to: • Maintain staff and stakeholder relationships. • Manage a fleet of vehicles and maintain transport infrastructure. • Oversee legislative and budgetary compliance.

The need for this qualification resulted from the requirement to review and align an expired Occupational Certificate in Road Transport Manager qualification to meet new policy requirements. Additional changes were affected in terms of the level of the qualification, to better meet the needs of the industry and create a career path, the occupational title to better reflect the scope of coverage, and the number of credits required to allow for a more flexible delivery process with more exit points in the pathway. Transport operations refer to the activities involved in the movement of goods and animals (freight), or people using different modes of transport, from one location to another. It encompasses the planning, organization, implementation, and control of various processes and resources to ensure the efficient and effective movement of freight or individuals. In South Africa the main mean of transport for the movement of freight is by road, resulting in an increase in the demand for a qualified workforce to facilitate these processes. Road Transport Supervisors, with the appropriate knowledge and skills, are of critical importance in overseeing the implementation and maintenance of road transport operational control processes, to ensure their efficiency and effectiveness in the movement of freight. No other national qualification provides the requisite knowledge and skills for these road freight clerks is registered on the NQF. This qualification will benefit the road transport sector and the economy as qualified Road Transport Supervisors contribute to the efficient and effective delivery of freight. Efficient freight delivery helps businesses reach markets, fulfil customer demands, and enables them to participate in the supply chains. Effective road transport services contribute to cost savings for businesses. Streamlined logistics, shorter delivery times, and reliable transportation options reduce inventory costs, minimize stockouts, and improve overall operational efficiency. In addition, the road transport industry creates employment opportunities, both directly and indirectly, by supporting logistics companies, truck manufacturers, maintenance and repair services, fuel stations, and more. Robust road transport networks also promote economic growth by connecting regions and fostering regional development, thereby benefitting society. Typical learners of this qualification are those who have been working in road transport operations. Stakeholders from the road transport sector participated in the review of this qualification.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL for Access Learners may use the RPL process to gain access to training opportunities for this qualification, if they do not meet the formal, minimum entry requirements for admission. RPL assessment provides an alternative access route into a qualification. Such an RPL assessment may be developed, moderated and conducted by the accredited Skills Development Provider which offers this specific qualification. Such an assessment must ensure that the learner is able to display the equivalent level of competencies required for access, based on the NQF level descriptors. RPL for Exemption For exemption from modules through RPL, learners who have gained the stipulated competencies of the modules of a qualification, through any means of formal, informal or non-formal learning and/or work experience, may be awarded credits towards relevant modules, and gaps identified for training, which is then concluded. RPL for Credits Learners who have gained the stipulated competencies of the modules of this qualification, through any means of formal, informal or non-formal learning and/or work experience, may be awarded credits towards relevant modules, and gaps identified for training, which is then concluded. RPL for Access to the External Integrated Summative Assessment. A valid Statement of Results is required for admission to the EISA in which confirmation of achievement is provided that all internal assessment criteria for all modules in the related curriculum document have been achieved. Upon successful completion of the EISA/FISA, RPL learners will be issued with the QCTO certificate for the qualification. Quality Partners are responsible for ensuring the RPL mechanism and process for qualifications and part-qualification is approved by the QCTO. Entry Requirements: An NQF Level 3 qualification.

• Maintain customers and staff relationships using ethical procedures to address any shortcomings found.
• Manage a fleet of vehicles and transport routing to adjust and apply common strategies to effect changes.
• Maintain transport infrastructure and track vehicle telematics to adjust and apply common strategies to effect changes.
• Oversee budgetary and legislative compliance to adhere to ethical standards and codes of conduct.