Logistics Operations Manager (Mpumalanga - Secunda)

Enaex Africa; Secunda; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining sector seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee several operational sites in Mpumalanga. The successful candidate will drive strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and optimize logistics performance while aligning departmental strategies with corporate goals. A bachelor’s degree in logistics and extensive experience in the mining industry are required for this role.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in operational logistics/supply chain in a mining environment.
• Strong understanding of compliance, SHE policies, and departmental processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple operational sites including Secunda, Isibonelo, Burgersfort, and Winterveld.
• Develop departmental strategy and ensure compliance with corporate requirements.
• Manage operational performance, monitor KPIs, and implement corrective measures.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Operational Performance Management

Compliance Management

Risk Management

Logistics Strategy Implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Matric/Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Description

Enaex Africa is a world-class blasting services company delivering premium solutions to the most important mining regions across Africa.

The purpose of this position is to oversee multiple operational sites across Mpumalanga, including Secunda, Isibonelo, Burgersfort, and Winterveld.

Requirements

• Contribute to the organizational strategy by understanding key strategic drivers and providing input annually.
• Develop the departmental strategy aligned with the business strategy, present, and secure approval annually.
• Create the departmental operations plan, including projects and KPIs, and submit for approval annually and as needed.
• Report on performance by tracking against targets, identifying issues, and submitting quarterly reports.
• Manage operational performance by monitoring, identifying anomalies, and implementing corrective actions monthly.
• Ensure compliance with local and corporate requirements, promote ethical behavior, and address non-compliance promptly.
• Oversee the development and implementation of departmental processes, monitor compliance, and improve efficiencies.
• Develop and submit departmental policies and procedures based on best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Implement the logistics strategy effectively, optimize stock placement, and control costs to meet performance targets.
• Track departmental expenditure, review costs, and take corrective actions as needed monthly.
• Develop and oversee the departmental risk management framework, review strategies, and drive improvements quarterly.
• Manage SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) by ensuring comprehensive training and addressing gaps or non-compliance.
• Monitor and enforce HR policies, ensuring compliance and addressing issues promptly.
• Qualifications include Matric/Grade 12 or equivalent, a Bachelor's degree in logistics or supply chain management, and 8-10 years of experience in operational logistics/supply chain in a mining environment.