Operations Manager

Communicate Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Durban seeks an experienced operations manager to oversee industrial activities including machining and fabrication. The role demands a minimum of 10 years in industrial management and a background in mechanical engineering. Successful candidates will lead strategic initiatives, engage with clients, and ensure efficient project delivery. Only South African residents or individuals with relevant work permits will be considered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years industrial management experience, with at least 4 years at senior level.
• Extensive knowledge of machining and fabrication processes.
• Proven ability to drive operational improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of machining, fabrication, and site-based activities.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Ensure efficient project execution across multiple teams.

Skills

Leadership

Client engagement

Operational improvements

Financial acumen

Production planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

Overview

• Oversee daily operations of machining, fabrication, and site-based activities
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities
• Engage with clients on technical scope, timelines, and deliverables
• Ensure efficient project execution across multiple teams
• Review and optimize operational processes for quality and productivity
• Collaborate with marketing and estimating to secure new work

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 10 years industrial management experience, with at least 4 years at senior level
• Extensive knowledge of machining and fabrication processes
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities
• Experience in workshop operations and production planning
• Financial acumen and business performance tracking
• Effective communicator with strong client engagement skills
• Proven ability to drive operational improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering
• Valid drivers license
• Proven background in managing industrial engineering operations
• Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.
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