Operations Coordinator (Fruit and Cold Storage)

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cold storage operator is seeking an experienced Operations Coordinator to oversee all operational activities in Paarl. The role requires a minimum of 10 years’ experience in production, warehouse, or cold storage environments, along with leadership skills and proficiency in English and Afrikaans. The successful candidate must be prepared to work in cold temperatures and after hours if necessary. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in the fast-paced fruit export industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ operational experience in a production, warehouse, or cold storage environment.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role is essential.
• Driver’s license is compulsory.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all cold store operational performance and activities.
• Booking of staff to ensure planned daily operational targets are met.
• Lead, manage, and develop staff with a focus on training and development.

Skills

Proficient in both English and Afrikaans

Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to perform under pressure

Education

Tertiary qualification in operations management

Matric

Tools

MS Office

Paltrack

Job description

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.