Team Leader

Recruiter:

Wasteplan

Job Ref:

JHB000115/CM

Date posted:

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We're seeking a hands-on Team Leader to support the Contract Manager in running a high-performing site operation. You'll take charge of daily supervision, streamline logistics, and handle key administrative tasks to keep everything on track. If you're a natural motivator with a knack for organization and a drive for excellence, this is your time to lead from the front!

POSITION INFO:
Job Summary
To support the Contract Manager in the efficient management of the site allocated to them, by assisting with administrational, supervision as well as logistical needs.

Responsibilities

Assistant with the operational management of the site

Support the Contract Manager by ensuring that waste area is clean, productive and operational
Ensure that the site has the correct stock, consumables and that the material is in good condition
Assist in the capturing of all data as required by the Contract Manager
Check that data is captured correctly and sent to the client or data department when needed

Operational requirements

Planning of personnel to meet the required standard and financial target
Take full responsibility of running the whole site operations effectively
Able to delegate tasks to staff while working on the additional required tasks
Identify and weigh waste
Load waste into the skips and always keep the area clean
Timeously book collections with the relevant service providers
Report all irregularities that occur on site
Finish all the tasks that are assigned to you either by the client or your manager (relating to your job)
Adhere to the site rules and safety standards

Client relations

Liaising with clients to ensure customer satisfaction
Meeting with clients and addressing previous and new issues
Providing feedback on improvements and issues resolved to WastePlan management

Staff management

Report resignations and daily absenteeism to the Contract Manager immediately
Ensuring that staff is working according to the company rules and procedures and that they are as efficient and productive as possible
Address grievances of staff as per the grievance policy of the company

Reporting

Daily reporting on absenteeism, damages, mileage and IOD's to the Contract manager

Equipment and maintenance

Report breakdowns to the Contract Manager immediately
Follow up on repairs that need to be done on equipment

Requirements

Matric / grade 12
Driver’s licence
Forklift driver’s licence
Clean criminal record
Computer literate
Excellent knowledge of different material streams

Employment will be implemented in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.
Only Applicants being considered for the role will be contacted

Closing date: 01st September 2025
Should you wish to apply, please follow the online application process

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