Talent Pool : Team Leader

Wasteplan; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A waste management company in Johannesburg is looking for an experienced Team Leader to assist with site operations, ensuring efficient management and client satisfaction. Key responsibilities include supervising staff, managing logistics, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates must possess a Matric certificate, driver's license, and be computer literate. A clean criminal record is required. Strength in organizational and management skills will be essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Requires a clean criminal record.
• Computer literate.
• Excellent knowledge of different material streams.

Responsibilities

• Support the Contract Manager in site management.
• Ensure the waste area is operational and stocked.
• Report on daily operations and absenteeism.

Skills

Staff management

Logistics coordination

Client relations

Data capturing

Organizational skills

Education

Matric / grade 12

Driver’s licence

Forklift driver’s licence

Job description

SUMMARY

We're seeking a hands-on Team Leader to support the Contract Manager in running a high-performing site operation. You'll take charge of daily supervision, streamline logistics, and handle key administrative tasks to keep everything on track. If you're a natural motivator with a knack for organization and a drive for excellence, this is your time to lead from the front!

POSITION INFO

Job Summary To support the Contract Manager in the efficient management of the site allocated to them, by assisting with administrational, supervision as well as logistical needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assistant with the operational management of the site

• Support the Contract Manager by ensuring that waste area is clean, productive and operational
• Ensure that the site has the correct stock, consumables and that the material is in good condition
• Assist in the capturing of all data as required by the Contract Manager
• Check that data is captured correctly and sent to the client or data department when needed

Operational requirements

• Planning of personnel to meet the required standard and financial target
• Take full responsibility of running the whole site operations effectively
• Able to delegate tasks to staff while working on the additional required tasks
• Identify and weigh waste
• Load waste into the skips and always keep the area clean
• Timeously book collections with the relevant service providers
• Report all irregularities that occur on site
• Finish all the tasks that are assigned to you either by the client or your manager (relating to your job)
• Adhere to the site rules and safety standards

Client relations

• Liaising with clients to ensure customer satisfaction
• Meeting with clients and addressing previous and new issues
• Providing feedback on improvements and issues resolved to WastePlan management

Staff management

• Report resignations and daily absenteeism to the Contract Manager immediately
• Ensuring that staff is working according to the company rules and procedures and that they are as efficient and productive as possible
• Address grievances of staff as per the grievance policy of the company

Reporting

• Daily reporting on absenteeism, damages, mileage and IOD's to the Contract manager

Equipment and maintenance

• Report breakdowns to the Contract Manager immediately
• Follow up on repairs that need to be done on equipment

Requirements

• Matric / grade 12
• Driver’s licence
• Forklift driver’s licence
• Clean criminal record
• Computer literate
• Excellent knowledge of different material streams

Employment will be implemented in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.

Only Applicants being considered for the role will be contacted

Closing date: 01st September 2025

Should you wish to apply, please follow the online application process