Operations Coordinator (Fruit and Cold Storage)

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd in Paarl is seeking an experienced Operations Coordinator to lead cold storage operations for fruit and perishable goods. The role requires coordinating intakes, shipping, stowing and inspections with a strong emphasis on cost management and efficiency.

You will manage a 3-shift, 24/7 operation, develop staff, ensure safety compliance, and maintain housekeeping standards while driving continuous improvement and training in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent with strong IT literacy.
• Minimum 10 years’ operational experience in a production, warehouse or cold storage environment.
• Experience in the fruit export industry is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Willingness to work after hours in a 24/7 operation.
• Driver’s license is compulsory.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cold store operations (intakes, shipping, stowing and inspections) with a focus on cost management.
• Schedule staff to meet planned daily targets.
• Maintain exceptional housekeeping standards.
• Identify areas for continuous improvement to implement best practices.
• Ensure all operational equipment is in good working order.
• Manage staff across a 3-shift system (24/7) and drive training and development while enforcing H&S policies.

Skills

English

Afrikaans

Team leadership

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Stress management

Education

Matric

Operations management degree

Tools

MS Office

Paltrack

Driver's license

Job description

Operations Coordinator (Fruit and Cold Storage)

POSITION: Operations Coordinator

LOCATION: Paarl

A well-stablished and reputable cold storage operator that provides management solutions for cold storage of fruit and other perishable industries are looking for a operations coordinator.

We are currently in search of an experienced Operations Coordinator to join our dynamic team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and manage all cold store operational performance and activities (intakes, shipping, stowing and inspections) with a strong focus on cost management.
• Booking of staff to ensure that planned daily operational targets are met.
• Maintain exceptional housekeeping standards.
• Identify and participate in areas of continuous improvement to ensure best practice.
• Ensure all operational equipment is in good working order.
• Manage staff over a 3-shift system – 24/7-hour operation.
• Lead, manage and develop staff with a strong emphasis on training and development, time and attendance, performance management and adherence to Health and Safety regulations, company policies and procedures and any other applicable protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Matric.
• A tertiary qualification in operations management will enhance your application.
• Minimum 10 years’ operational experience in a production environment, warehouse environment and/or cold storage of fruit.
• Experience in the fruit export industry will be advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role is essential.
• Above average computer skills (MS office). Working knowledge of Paltrack will be advantageous.
• Driver’s license is compulsory.
• Working in cold temperatures (0.5⁰C) are a prerequisite for this position.
• The successful candidate will be expected to work on an after-hours basis when required.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Proficient in both English and Afrikaans.
• Self-starter, energetic and disciplined with the ability to effectively direct a team.
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure.