Our client in the logistics and transport industry is looking to employ a Payroll and Driver Performance Controller to join their team based in Pinetown KwaZulu - Natal. Purpose of this role: To manage and control driver payroll and earnings, ensuring all payments are accurate, performance-based, compliant with Bargaining Council regulations, and aligned to actual operational output. Requirements: 3–5 years experience in Payroll (high volume) and/or Data control / reconciliation Experience in Logistics or transport industry, Km-based driver payroll and Bargaining Council environments Strong skills in Excel and Data analysis Strong understanding of Payroll systems and Compliance processes Responsibilities, but not limited to: Driver Payroll and Earnings Control Process payroll for 350–400 drivers Apply Bargaining Council rates Per kilometre incentives Performance-based incentives Ensure accurate calculation of all earnings Timely and error-free payroll processing Performance Verification and Control Verify all km-based earnings against Trip sheets/ Tracking records Delivery records in TACMe Operational data from Team Leaders All criteria for incentives are met Prevent overpayment and incorrect claims Leave and Work Cycle Control Enforce 5 days off for every 25 days worked All annual leave is taken as required Control and monitor leave balances, absenteeism, and leave compliance IOD and Leave Management Track and manage IOD (Injury on Duty) cases and all other forms of leave Ensure proper documentation and correct payroll impact Deductions and Loss Recovery Process approved deductions for Damages, Futile trips, Operational mistakes All deductions are approved by HR with proper documentation in place Exception Management (Critical) Investigate irregular payments, unusual km patterns, and abnormal earnings trends Identify errors, misreporting, potential abuse and escalar findings to management immediately Driver Role and System Updates Ensure accurate and timely updates of driver roles, payment structures, and system changes Maintain alignment between HR records, operational roles, and the payroll system Reconciliation and Reporting Reconcile payroll against operational data Generate payroll reports, exception reports, and performance summaries Driver Queries Handle and resolve pay-related queries, km disputes, and communicate professionally and accurately Record Keeping and Audit Control Maintain full payroll audit trail, supporting documentation, internal audits, and external compliance checks Team Structure Work within a 2-person payroll team Cross‑training and full coverage during leave or absence #J-18808-Ljbffr