Multi-Site Drone Operations Manager

Edge Executive Search Group; eMalahleni; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Edge Executive Search Group seeks a Contract Manager to lead drone surveillance operations across multiple client sites in Mpumalanga, ensuring equipment readiness, staff management and compliance. The role drives performance, client liaison and timely reporting from a hands-on operations perspective.

The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, training and scheduling while upholding strict HSE and contractual standards across sites in eMalahleni and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Over seven years of drone surveillance experience.
• Five+ years of management experience and leading teams.
• Official drone training and practical drone operations experience.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting and resource allocation tools.
• Strong leadership, analytical, reporting and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee drone surveillance operations and security teams across multiple client sites.
• Analyse operational data, monitor performance metrics and compile monthly reports.
• Lead, mentor and manage personnel, including staffing, leave, training, payroll coordination and scheduling.
• Ensure drones and replacement equipment are available to meet operational and contractual requirements.
• Oversee maintenance plans and coordinate timely repairs to minimise operational disruption.
• Liaise with suppliers and verify the appropriate use and allocation of equipment.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with operational standards and contractual requirements.
• Attend monthly service level agreement meetings at each site and monitor performance against agreed commitments.
• Address client concerns and provide written feedback within five business days.
• Enforce health, safety, environmental and compliance standards across all operations.
• Support effective budgeting, forecasting, resource allocation and cost control.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Budgeting & forecasting

Resource planning

Education

NQF Level 6 Management

Tools

Drone training

Job description

Edge Executive Search Group seeks a Contract Manager to lead drone surveillance operations across multiple client sites in Mpumalanga, ensuring equipment readiness, staff management and compliance. The role drives performance, client liaison and timely reporting from a hands-on operations perspective.

The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, training and scheduling while upholding strict HSE and contractual standards across sites in eMalahleni and surrounding areas.