Operations Manager (Plant Hire / Earthmoving), Kempton Park,

RAVA HUMAN CAPITAL; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plant hire company in Boksburg seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee nationwide operations. Responsibilities include managing site performance, ensuring compliance with SHEQ standards, and reporting to the Director. Candidates should have extensive experience in operations within plant hire or construction and strong leadership skills. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in operations within plant hire, mining, or construction.
• Proven leadership over multiple sites and large staff teams (30+).
• Willing to travel weekly and sleep out when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across all national sites.
• Manage and discipline site supervisors, mechanics, operators, and admin.
• Assist in planning and developing the Johannesburg head office.
• Liaise with Fleet Manager to track and minimize downtime.
• Enforce SHEQ standards and conduct site safety reviews.
• Submit weekly operational performance reports to the Director.

Skills

Operations management

Leadership

Site administration

Knowledge of yellow machines

Report writing

Proficiency in Excel

Team communication tools

Site performance audits

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Operations / Engineering / Logistics

Trade-tested artisan with management experience

Tools

Excel

SharePoint

WhatsApp

Teams

Job description

Overview

Operations Manager (Plant Hire / Earthmoving), Boksburg, R neg + ben

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in operations within plant hire, mining, or construction
• Proven leadership over multiple sites and large staff teams (30+)
• National Diploma or Degree in Operations / Engineering / Logistics
• (or) Trade-tested artisan with strong management experience
• Strong knowledge of yellow machines, site admin, fuel / downtime control
• Fluent in English and able to write clear reports
• Proficient with Excel, SharePoint, and mobile comms tools (WhatsApp, Teams)
• Willing to travel weekly and sleep out when necessary

Responsibilities

• Site Performance and Execution: Oversee day-to-day operations across all national sites; Ensure production targets and client deliverables are met on time
• People Management: Manage and discipline site supervisors, mechanics, operators, and admin; Conduct site visits and performance audits
• Strategic Support: Assist in planning and developing the Johannesburg head office; Help define SOPs, staff structures, and reporting flows for HQ integration
• Fleet and Asset Oversight: Liaise with Fleet Manager and Workshop teams to track and minimise downtime
• Safety and Compliance: Enforce SHEQ standards and participate in site safety reviews; Ensure safety incidents are reported immediately to the correct groups; Conduct toolbox talks and initiate disciplinary action for unsafe practices
• Reporting and Communication: Submit weekly operational performance reports to the Director; Identify risks, inefficiencies, and areas for cost reduction; Manage and standardise site documentation, reporting tools, and communication channels