General Manager/Operations Director

Hire Resolve; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking a General Manager / Operations Director in Pretoria, Gauteng to oversee day-to-day operations in a timber truss manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will drive operational improvements, manage client relationships, and lead multi-disciplinary teams. Applicants should have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and significant experience in construction manufacturing. A competitive salary is offered based on experience.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Qualifications

• 710 years in construction manufacturing or structural engineering operations.
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full operational process: design, manufacturing, dispatch, and site installations.
• Identify process inefficiencies and implement improvement plans.
• Provide operational feedback and performance insights to directors.

Skills

Team management

Operational improvement

Client relationship management

KPI tracking and reporting

Education

BEng / BSc Civil or Structural Engineering

MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a hands‑on General Manager / Operations Director to take full ownership of day‑to‑day operations within a timber truss manufacturing and installation company in Pretoria, Gauteng.

The ideal candidate will oversee design, production, dispatch, and site installations, manage key client relationships, and drive operational improvements, freeing company directors to focus on business development, systems optimisation, and strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full operational process: design, manufacturing, dispatch, and site installations.
• Manage core client accounts, handle escalations, and ensure delivery performance meets expectations.
• Visit sites as required to resolve issues and maintain client relationships.
• Identify process inefficiencies and implement improvement plans.
• Lead, manage, and develop multi‑disciplinary teams across design, production, and dispatch.
• Track and report on operational KPIs (DIFOT %, rework %, margin %, client satisfaction).
• Provide operational feedback and performance insights to directors.

Requirements

• BEng / BSc Civil or Structural Engineering (non‑negotiable)
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate business qualification (advantageous)
• 710 years in construction manufacturing or structural engineering operations
• Proven experience managing multi‑disciplinary teams (design, production, site)
• Experience in timber or roofing‑related manufacturing is a plus
• Comfortable operating in both office and field environments

How to Apply

Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career‑changing move. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Send your CV to: [e-mail] or connect with Mischa Bornman via LinkedIn. Alternatively, you can also contact me directly at Hire Resolve [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.