Commercial Asset Recovery & Controller

recovery and resale outcomes

Minimum requirements:

• Minimum 35 years experience in asset finance, transport, logistics, or plant hire
• Proven exposure to asset recovery, collections, fleet management, or technical

• Strong understanding of commercial vehicles (trucks, trailers) and/or yellow metal
• Ability to assess condition, estimate repairs, and determine market value
• Relevant diploma/degree in Logistics, Fleet Management, Mechanical Engineering, or similar (preferred)
• Willingness to travel nationally
• Valid drivers licence

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct on-site inspections of trucks, trailers, and yellow metal assets linked to arrears accounts
• Assess asset condition, utilisation, and risk exposure
• Coordinate with external tracing agents to locate and secure assets

• Engage directly with commercial clients to negotiate settlements, restructures, or voluntary surrenders
• Perform field visits to evaluate client operations and recovery strategies
• Maintain a professional, solutions-driven approach to distressed clients

• Perform detailed technical and market valuations of assets across South Africa
• Provide accurate condition reports to support credit, collections, and sales decisions
• Identify opportunities for resale or refinancing of recovered assets

• Oversee recovered assets within the repossession/sales yard
• Manage refurbishment processes to optimise resale value
• Coordinate suppliers, repairs, and parts sourcing within budget

Sales Support & Commercial Collaboration:

• Work closely with sales teams to release viable assets into the market
• Provide insights on asset pricing, demand, and resale strategy
• Contribute to maximising recovery values and reducing losses

Consultant: AliciaBodenstein - Dante Personnel Pretoria Faerie Glen