Operations Executive

Chainlink Recruitment; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in Roodepoort, Gauteng is looking for an Operations Manager to take full national accountability for all precast concrete and paving manufacturing operations. This pivotal role will drive production excellence and uphold zero-harm safety standards across multiple business units. Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and relevant technical qualifications. The role involves extensive travel across South Africa and the SADC region.

Qualifications

• 10 years’ experience in precast concrete / paving manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production, mechanical, technical, IR, safety, recruitment and training.
• Manage national business & production planning and budget.
• Handle operational contingencies and crisis management.

Skills

Operational management

Crisis management

Performance management

Safety culture implementation

Education

Grade 12 or relevant NQF4 equivalent

Relevant tertiary technical / operations qualification

Job description

Department: Operations

Reports To: Managing Director / CEO

Location: Head Office (Roodepoort - Gauteng) with extensive national & SADC travel

Employment Type: Full-time Permanent

Closing Date for Applications: 31 January 2026

Purpose of the Role

To take full national accountability for all precast concrete and paving manufacturing operations, driving production excellence, profitability, zero-harm safety, quality standards and strong leadership across multiple business units country-wide.

Key Responsibilities

• Full oversight of production, mechanical, technical, IR, safety, recruitment and training for all precast/paving plants nationwide
• National business & production planning and strict budget management
• Rapid and effective handling of operational contingencies and crisis management
• Drive performance management at plant, team and individual level
• Implement and maintain a true “zero harm” safety culture with

Requirements

• Grade 12 or relevant NQF4 equivalent.
• Relevant tertiary technical / operations qualification.
• 10 years’ experience in precast concrete / paving manufacturing environment.