Operations Manager (AA / EE)

iStaff Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Durban seeks an Operations Manager with extensive experience in port operations and cargo handling, specifically in the citrus sector. The role entails strategic planning, budget management, and oversight of various operational areas, including logistics and labour management, to enhance productivity. Candidates must have a robust understanding of warehousing, transport, and senior management operations. Interested individuals should apply through the provided portal as applications via email aren't accepted.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in port operations at a senior level.
• 9+ years of senior management experience required.
• Experience with cargo handling protocols.

Responsibilities

• Create, implement, and manage operational strategy.
• Manage cargo, bulk, and container operations.
• Oversee vessel planning and negotiate service contracts.

Skills

Stevedoring experience

Citrus export knowledge

Port operations knowledge

Bulk handling experience

Education

Grade 12

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

A position is available for an Operations Manager with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in port operations on a senior level, as well as cargo & bulk handling experience. Port environment and citrus export knowledge are essential.

Requirements :

• Grade 12
• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Stevedoring experience (breakbulk and citrus) is a pre-requisite
• Citrus export knowledge essential
• Experience and knowledge of port operations and budgeting at senior management level
• Warehousing, transport, and depot management experience
• Bulk handling advantageous
• Experience with perishables (citrus handling) and general cargo protocols
• Experience with contract management of operational services and labour
• 9+ years of senior management experience

Responsibilities :

• Create, implement, and manage operational strategy
• Manage general cargo, bulk, container stack, transport services, internal and external warehousing facilities, planning, and operations
• Manage labour and service providers, cost budgets, and compile annual and five-year budgets for all operational services
• Manage multiple warehouse operations
• Manage warehouse, quayside (bulk, breakbulk, and citrus), and container operations
• Oversee vessel planning activities and operations planning for general cargo and citrus shipments
• Negotiate contracts and activities of service providers
• Staff development

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