Junior Operations Assistant Trainee

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Mentorship

Career growth

Exposure to operations

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a proactive Junior Operations Assistant Trainee to join our team. You will support the operations group with daily tasks, logistics coordination, and admin duties, while learning the ropes of business operations under experienced mentors.

You’ll develop essential operational skills, gain exposure to process improvements, and contribute to efficient, organized workflows in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• A willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and managing daily operational activities.
• Support the coordination of logistics and resource allocation.
• Help maintain operational records and documentation.
• Assist in implementing operational improvements and best practices.
• Provide administrative support to the operations department.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Willingness to learn

Education

Business Administration / Operations Management degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and organized Junior Operations Assistant Trainee to join their team in Upington . This role is designed for individuals eager to learn the intricacies of business operations and gain practical experience in a fast‑paced environment. You will support the operations team in various day‑to‑day tasks, including process management, logistical coordination, and administrative duties. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop essential operational skills and contribute to the smooth running of the business. You will work closely with experienced operations managers, gaining insights into efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and managing daily operational activities.
• Support the coordination of logistics and resource allocation.
• Help maintain operational records and documentation.
• Assist in implementing operational improvements and best practices.
• Provide administrative support to the operations department.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders as required.

Requirements

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• A willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and systems.
• A degree or diploma in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field is a plus.

Benefits

• An annual trainee salary of R70,000.
• Comprehensive on‑the‑job training in operations management.
• Exposure to various aspects of business operations.
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements.A supportive work environment with experienced mentors.
• Potential for career growth within the operations department.