Area Manager Kwa Zulu Natal

Tsebo Solutions Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company seeks an experienced manager to oversee client sites in the Durban region. The role involves managing operations, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate has a Matric certification, a diploma in operations management, and 2-3 years of multi-site management experience. Strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office are essential. A valid driver's license and reliable transport are required.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in multi-site management within an industrial or facilities environment.
• Exposure to health and safety audits is advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support client sites within the Durban region.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Provide guidance to site managers to ensure smooth operations.
• Conduct regular health and safety audits.
• Prepare operational reports for management.
• Ensure adherence to brand standards.

Skills

Leadership and people management

Excellent communication

Ability to adapt to change

Knowledge of health and safety standards

Proficiency in MS Office

Operational reporting

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Diploma in Operations Management or related field

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and support client sites within the Durban and surrounding region.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as the primary operational contact.
• Provide guidance and support to site managers and teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Conduct regular health and safety audits to maintain compliance with Eatfresh/Tsebo standards.
• Prepare and submit accurate operational reports to the Operations Manager.
• Ensure adherence to Eatfresh/Tsebo brand standards and contractual obligations.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to adapt and respond positively to change and pressure.
• Sound knowledge of health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Operational reporting and basic financial acumen.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Matric (Grade 12).
• Preferred: Diploma in Operations Management or related field.
• 2–3 years’ experience in multi-site management within industrial or facilities environment.
• Exposure to health and safety audits is advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport.