Operations Manager

Recruiter:

Ubuntu Resource Management

Job Ref:

JHB000105/Tanya

Date posted:

Monday, September 28, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Job Opportunity - Operations Manager

Location: KZN (Site: Bridge City)

POSITION INFO:
The Incumbent will be required to To ensure the complete functionality of the plant is carried out according to the best operating procedures Qualifications Bachelor's Degree \\ National Diploma or equivalent Management certification will be advantageous Valid Drivers' Licence and own transportation Job Requirements 3 to 5 years' experience in a Management position in Recycling \/ Manufacturing or similar environment Proven Financial, Logistics, Production and 3rd party contractor management skills Extensive experience in a management role in Recycling, Waste Management, Manufacturing or similar industry. Working knowledge of EE, OSH, SHE, LRA and BCE Legislation Extensive customer engagement and sales acumen Project management skills Your key responsibilities will be: Determine and direct daily operational plans Oversee daily collections Ensure required stock takes are conducted (daily, weekly and month-end) Ensure all staff are present at their workplace Monitor production throughout the day to ensure daily targets are met Monitor housekeeping daily (clean floor area, bins, machinery, staff facilities, loose bales of material.) 3rd Party contractor management Ensure that the material quality is consistently maintained and meets the required sales specifications Keep tight control on plant assets and report any possibility of abuse, neglect or thefts to management Monitor general maintenance and repairs to the plant and equipment Ensure the correct procedures and requirements are followed when closing down or at the end of a shift Set KPI's and conduct performance reviews for staff Ensure the consistent monthly sales of all material Identify health and safety issues and report them accordingly Keep the site clean and tidy as per standard operating procedures Ensure staff follow all safety procedures (wear PPE, abide by speed limits, safety equipment and measures, evacuation procedure, fire)

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