Operations Assistant Manager

University of Fort Hare; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is looking for an operational manager with a strong mechanical background to oversee fuel handling and logistics. The ideal candidate will manage daily operations, enhance team performance, ensure safety standards, and foster client relationships, driving efficiency in distribution channels.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and staff coordination skills required.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities.
• Commitment to safety and customer service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist Operations Manager in overseeing daily operations.
• Manage and develop a team of operations staff.
• Monitor fuel and lubricant stock levels.
• Enforce quality and safety standards.
• Identify areas for operational improvement.

Skills

Operational Oversight

Team Supervision

Inventory Management

Quality Control

Process Improvement

Customer Relations

Reporting and Analysis

Safety and Compliance

Crisis Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Mechanical background

Job description

This is an ideal role for someone with strong operational experience, leadership ability, and a practical understanding of mechanical systems related to fuel handling and logistics.

Key Responsibilities :

• Operational Oversight : Assist the Operations Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring efficient fuel distribution and supply chain continuity.
• Team Supervision : Help manage and develop a team of operations staff, providing training, support, and supervision to drive performance.
• Inventory Management : Monitor fuel and lubricant stock levels, liaise with suppliers for timely restocking, and avoid supply disruptions.
• Quality Control : Enforce rigorous quality and safety standards to comply with industry and company regulations.
• Process Improvement : Identify areas for operational improvement, cost reduction, and increased efficiency within the distribution network.
• Customer Relations : Build and maintain strong client relationships, promptly addressing issues and ensuring service satisfaction.
• Reporting and Analysis : Contribute to the preparation of operational reports, analyze key performance indicators, and support informed decision-making.
• Safety and Compliance : Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards across operations.
• Crisis Management : Assist in preparing and executing contingency plans to ensure operational continuity during disruptions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with sales, logistics, and other departments to support shared projects and goals.

Requirements :

• Mechanical background essential
• Strong leadership and staff coordination skills
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and customer service excellence

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