General Manager

Trades Workforce Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport and logistics company in Gauteng is seeking an experienced General Manager to drive strategic business initiatives and ensure financial sustainability. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of management experience and a strong educational background, preferably an MBA. Responsibilities include overseeing resource optimization, compliance with health and safety regulations, and enhancing market share through effective marketing strategies. Willingness to travel and work extended hours is essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of applicable management experience.
• Willingness to work extended hours and travel regularly.

Responsibilities

• Develop and propose Business Unit strategies to align with company goals.
• Ensure profitability through sound financial planning and cost control.
• Oversee scheduling and execution of maintenance plans for asset reliability.
• Lead marketing strategy to grow services and enhance customer engagement.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Skills

Strategic planning

Financial management

Resource optimization

Performance management

Marketing strategy

Education

B degree

Post Graduate Qualification (MBA preferred)

Job description

Overview

General Manager

Industry : Transport and Logistics

Location : Gauteng

Cost to Company : R

• per annum - negotiable

Our client, a seasoned and large business with a staff compliment of over in the transport and logistics industry, has a vacancy for an experienced General Manager who is a strategist but with a hands‑on approach.

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Responsibilities

Develop, propose, and advise on Business Unit (BU) strategies and policies that align with both internal goals and external market demands, ensuring alignment with the Company's overall strategic direction.

Ensure the profitability and financial sustainability of the BU through sound financial planning, budgeting, cost control, and adherence to robust financial management principles and practices.

Oversee and optimise the use of available resources in the planning, coordination, and scheduling of operations to ensure the seamless and efficient delivery of services.

Oversee the scheduling and execution of the overall maintenance plan to ensure asset reliability and operational continuity, while maximising resource efficiency and minimising downtime.

Oversee effective workforce planning and ensure optimal staff utilisation, including performance management, training and development, and alignment of human resources with operational needs.

Develop and lead the implementation of a comprehensive marketing and business development strategy aimed at growing existing services, identifying new opportunities, enhancing market share, and strengthening customer engagement.

Ensure full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act by enforcing health and safety policies, conducting regular risk assessments, and fostering a culture of safety throughout the Business Unit.

Build, maintain, and nurture strong communication and working relationships with internal departments, customers, partners, and other external stakeholders, while applying stakeholder engagement strategies and conflict resolution practices as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

B degree

Post Graduate Qualification e.g. MBA strongly preferred

10 years + applicable management experience

Willing to work extended working hours and travel regularly due to operational requirements

If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, please regard your application as unsuccessful.