📍 Job Overview
- Company: Woodlands Dairy
- Division: Woodlands Dairy Logistics
- Business Unit: Logistic Depot Humansdorp
- Position: Road Transport Management Intern – Logistics
- Location: Humansdorp
- Job Type: Contract Internship
- Contract Duration: 12 Months
- Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain
- Experience Level: Internship
- Posted Date: 22 May 2026
- Closing Date: 04 June 2026
📌 About the Internship
Woodlands Dairy is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Transport Intern to join its Logistics team in Humansdorp.
This internship provides valuable hands-on exposure to transport operations, route planning, fleet management, logistics administration, and compliance processes within a fast-paced working environment.
The successful candidate will support the Transport and Logistics team with daily operational coordination and administrative duties.
🛠️ Key Responsibilities
- Assist with daily route planning and load scheduling
- Capture and update transport trip information
- Communicate with drivers regarding deliveries, delays, and incidents
- Prepare transport documents including trip sheets, delivery notes, and invoices
- Monitor fleet utilisation and operational performance
- Support compliance processes and vehicle documentation
- Escalate safety risks, service issues, and customer complaints
- Provide general administrative support to the logistics department
🎓 Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A Diploma in Transport Management
🌟 Skills & Knowledge Required
Ideal candidates should demonstrate:
- Basic computer literacy (MS Excel, Word, and Outlook)
- Strong data capturing skills
- Good communication and telephone etiquette
- Attention to detail and document control skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good problem-solving abilities
- Willingness to learn and adapt
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Basic understanding of health and safety principles
- Interest in logistics, transport operations, and customer service
💼 What You Will Gain
This internship offers an opportunity to:
- Gain practical experience in logistics and transport operations
- Learn fleet management and route planning processes
- Work in a professional supply chain environment
- Develop administrative and operational skills
- Build experience within the logistics industry
📅 Application Deadline
Closing Date: 04 June 2026
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the closing date.