Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Operations Management

Oversee daily recycling operations, including sorting, baling, and material handling. Ensure all machinery (baling machines, forklifts, etc.) is operated safely and maintained regularly. Monitor production output and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Manage inventory levels and maintain accurate production and waste records.

Team Supervision

Lead and supervise drivers, driver assistants, and baling operators. Create staff schedules and assign tasks to meet operational needs. Conduct regular staff meetings, performance reviews, and on-the-job training.

Reporting & Administration

Maintain daily shift reports, bailing logs, and delivery documentation. Prepare weekly or monthly operational and financial reports for management. Track operational expenses, fuel usage, and staff attendance.

Compliance & Safety

Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations. Conduct regular safety inspections and implement corrective actions when necessary. Promote a culture of cleanliness, discipline, and accountability.

Continuous Improvement

Identify areas for operational efficiency and process improvements. Assist in planning for equipment upgrades or facility improvements. Support management in implementing sustainability and recycling initiatives.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From R8000,00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal (Msunduzi): Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:

Certificate (Preferred)
Experience:

Project or Operations Management: 3 years (Preferred) Recycling Industry or Operations Management: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:

Drivers Licence (Preferred)
Location:

Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal (Msunduzi) (Required)
Work Location: In person