Operations Manager

Copper Quail; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 950 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental solutions company in Gqeberha is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations across water, waste, and energy facilities. The ideal candidate will have an engineering degree, over 10 years of operational management experience, and a proven track record in leading teams. This role offers the opportunity to drive sustainability and improve operational systems within the Eastern Cape region.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ operational management experience in water, waste, or energy.
• ECSA Registration advantageous.
• Proven track record in managing large teams and complex operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations across water, waste, and energy facilities.
• Lead teams to ensure compliance with operational, safety, and environmental standards.
• Monitor budgets, performance targets, and resource allocation.
• Drive continuous improvement in operational systems and processes.
• Collaborate with technical teams to support project delivery and maintenance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, communities, and partners.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Resource optimisation

Compliance management

Education

Engineering Degree (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Environmental)

Job description

Job Description

The Operations Manager will oversee day-to-day operations and ensure effective management of water, waste, and energy facilities in the Eastern Cape. The role focuses on operational efficiency, resource optimisation, and delivering sustainable environmental solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations across water, waste, and energy facilities.
• Lead teams to ensure compliance with operational, safety, and environmental standards.
• Monitor budgets, performance targets, and resource allocation.
• Drive continuous improvement in operational systems and processes.
• Collaborate with technical teams to support project delivery and maintenance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, communities, and partners.

Requirements

• Engineering Degree (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Environmental).
• 10+ years’ operational management experience in water, waste, or energy.
• ECSA Registration advantageous.
• Proven track record in managing large teams and complex operations.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience with international best practices in environmental management.