Cold Storage Operations Coordinator - Fruit & 24/7 Lead

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd in Paarl is seeking an experienced Operations Coordinator to lead cold storage operations for fruit and perishable goods. The role requires coordinating intakes, shipping, stowing and inspections with a strong emphasis on cost management and efficiency.

You will manage a 3-shift, 24/7 operation, develop staff, ensure safety compliance, and maintain housekeeping standards while driving continuous improvement and training in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent with strong IT literacy.
• Minimum 10 years’ operational experience in a production, warehouse or cold storage environment.
• Experience in the fruit export industry is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Willingness to work after hours in a 24/7 operation.
• Driver’s license is compulsory.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cold store operations (intakes, shipping, stowing and inspections) with a focus on cost management.
• Schedule staff to meet planned daily targets.
• Maintain exceptional housekeeping standards.
• Identify areas for continuous improvement to implement best practices.
• Ensure all operational equipment is in good working order.
• Manage staff across a 3-shift system (24/7) and drive training and development while enforcing H&S policies.

Skills

English

Afrikaans

Team leadership

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Stress management

Education

Matric

Operations management degree

Tools

MS Office

Paltrack

Driver's license

Job description

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd in Paarl is seeking an experienced Operations Coordinator to lead cold storage operations for fruit and perishable goods. The role requires coordinating intakes, shipping, stowing and inspections with a strong emphasis on cost management and efficiency.

You will manage a 3-shift, 24/7 operation, develop staff, ensure safety compliance, and maintain housekeeping standards while driving continuous improvement and training in a dynamic team environment.