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Cape Town: Assistant Scrap Metal Yard / Branch Manager: various Branches in Cape Town posted by SA Metal

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Job Description

About the Role

The Assistant Branch Manager plays a crucial role in assisting and supporting the Branch Manager with the planning and managing of branch operations and staff. This position requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensuring all operational processes and procedures are strictly followed
  • Maintaining good customer relations and ensuring customer satisfaction
  • Ensuring that the scrap metal is purchased at the correct grade
  • Ensuring records are updated and reconciled accurately for all items purchased and dispatched
  • Ensuring Company policies and procedures, and health & safety regulations are adhered to
  • Leading and supervising a team in order to achieve operational requirements
  • Motivating staff on a continuous basis
  • Ensuring that assistants thoroughly inspect scrap to be purchased
  • Ensuring that the requirements of the Second-hand Goods Act are complied with when buying scrap by accurately recording all information required under the Act
  • Following clear and reasonable instructions from managers

Requirements

  • Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent
  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Good numeracy skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Fluent in English
  • Ability to work quickly and under pressure
  • At least 3-5 years applicable managerial experience
  • Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

Qualifications

No formal education or certifications are required for this position.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range is not specified, but the successful applicant will receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Provident fund
  • Medical aid
  • Life cover at 4 x annual salary
  • Funeral cover
  • 15 x paid leave days per annum
  • Long service leave after five years of employment
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Working Hours

Standard hours are as follows:

  • Monday to Thursday: 07h30 – 17h00
  • Friday: 07h30 – 16h00
  • May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

How to Apply

Click the green “Go Apply” button below to apply directly online with the employer.

About Production Management Jobs in Western Cape

In the Western Cape region of South Africa, the demand for Production Management professionals is generally steady, driven by the growth of various industries such as technology, manufacturing, and infrastructure development. The role of a Production Manager involves overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of production processes to ensure efficiency, productivity, and quality control. This includes managing resources, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Typically, salaries for Production Managers in the Western Cape region range from R400 000 to R800 000 per annum, depending on factors such as experience, company size, industry sector, and qualifications. Commonly, more senior positions or those in larger organizations tend to command higher salaries. However, actual salary ranges can vary significantly, and it is essential to research current market rates for specific job openings.

Common skills required for a Production Manager role include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and leadership skills, ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, experience with project management tools and software, knowledge of quality control and assurance principles, and expertise in supply chain management. Additionally, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, is often expected.

Several industries commonly employ Production Managers, including the technology industry, manufacturing sector, financial services sector, and infrastructure development companies. These roles typically involve managing production lines, supervising staff, monitoring inventory levels, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Career progression for a Production Manager can vary, but common paths include moving into senior management roles within the same organization or taking on more strategic planning responsibilities. Opportunities may also arise in related fields such as supply chain management, operations management, or project management. With experience and additional qualifications, it is possible to transition into leadership positions or start one’s own business.


This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.



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