Assistant MRF (Material Recycling Facility) Manager

Wasteplan; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recycling management company based in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced MRF Assistant Manager to support efficient MRF operations. Responsibilities include managing staff, overseeing equipment maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience and strong management skills. Join a dedicated team committed to sustainable practices.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years working experience.
• Management skills.
• Computer literate.
• Forklift license.

Responsibilities

• Assist the MRF Manager to ensure that the MRF operates efficiently.
• Manage staff placements and needs in the MRF.
• Ensure all Operators are properly trained and certificates are valid.
• Chair weekly Operations Meeting in absence of MRF Manager.

Education

Grade 12 / matric or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

To assist the MRF Manager to ensure that the MRF operates efficiently in order to meet production levels by managing the personnel, equipment, procedures, polices involved.

Responsibilities

Staff Management

• Manage the taking on of new staff, take on sheets, induction and issue of PPEs
• Manage the number of staff on duty, in relation to production demands
• Manage staff needs and placements in the MRF
• Assist in the frequent assessments on Senior MRF staff
• Assist the MRF Manager to coach, counsel and appraise job results and develop personal growth opportunities
• Code of Good Practice : responsible for execution of all disciplinary actions / OHS / policies and procedures
• Execution of identified priorities and tasks, set out daily task planning for staff members at the MRF, recommend shifts and revise schedules if needed
• Assist in resolving personnel problems by analyzing information, investigating issues, identifying solutions and recommending action

SHEQ Responsibilities

• Legal appointment as GMR 2(7)
• Ensure that all legal appointments are properly in place, with correct training
• Liaise with SHEQ Manager
• Manage delegated responsible person for implementation of PTW and lock out system
• Responsible for maintaining good housekeeping standards in the MRF
• Ensure all Operators are properly trained and certificates are valid
• Report all incidents, spills and near misses to the MRF Manager and SHEQ Manager
• Ensure that planned job observations on operators are carried out by Supervisors
• Assist in all investigations (IOD, accidents and environmental incidents)

Administration Responsibilities

• Daily reports : Attendance Registers, shift reports, production graphs, PM checks
• Weekly reports : staff leave, IODS, operational feedback, production, PM checks and weekly operational meetings
• Monthly reports
• Create requisitions
• Ensure payroll hours and information is correct

Production

• Ensure all staff members work as productive as possible
• Implement and supervise the workflow, reporting procedures and systems
• Identify cost reductions to enhance profitability
• Coordinating and enforcing systems, policies, procedures and discipline
• Ensure a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment and resources
• Organize (extra) training about different products, code of conduct, health, safety, environmental and standard procedures and policies
• Provide manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data, answering questions and responding to requests
• Chair weekly Operations Meeting in absence of MRF Manager

Equipment and Maintenance

• Ensure PM checks are carried out and data captured
• Ensure that preventative maintenance is carried out
• Ensure that a maintenance diary is kept up to date
• Supervise the repair of breakdowns to balers and forklifts

Liaising with external clients

• Maintaining work relationship with the workers committees, by means of healthy communication
• Negotiate and liaise with and between, finance department, senior management and suppliers (when required)

Purchasing

• Monitor stock levels of consumables and place orders
• Order materials and equipment
• Liaise with suppliers, executive and finance department

Requirements

• Grade 12 / matric or equivalent
• 5-10 Years working experience
• Code 8 drivers license
• Management skills
• Computer literate
• Forklift license

Employment will be implemented in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.

Only Applicants being considered for the role will be contacted.

Closing date: 19th September 2025

Should you wish to apply, please follow the online application process