Operations Team Lead: Growth, Leadership & Port Ops

Placements24

Richards Bay

Hybrid

ZAR 360,000 - 600,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Health benefits
Leadership development
Collaborative environment
Port operations exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Operations Team Lead to guide daily operations in Richards Bay. You will supervise a team, manage workflows, and implement improvements to boost productivity and quality.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in operations or supervisory roles, strong leadership, excellent organizational and communication skills, and familiarity with operations software. This on-site role offers exposure to a major port city's operational functions and opportunities for team

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or equivalent practical experience in operations.
  • At least 4 years of supervisory or operational experience.
  • Proven ability to lead a team and manage workflows.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with operations software and tools.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and motivate a team of operational staff with feedback.
  • Oversee daily operational tasks and ensure timely completion.
  • Implement and monitor procedures to maintain efficiency and quality.
  • Identify areas for improvement and propose solutions.
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure integration.
  • Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies.

Skills

Team leadership
Operations management
Communication
Problem-solving
Process improvement
Project coordination

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in operations or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Operations Team Lead to guide daily operations in Richards Bay. You will supervise a team, manage workflows, and implement improvements to boost productivity and quality.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in operations or supervisory roles, strong leadership, excellent organizational and communication skills, and familiarity with operations software. This on-site role offers exposure to a major port city's operational functions and opportunities for team

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