Job Description
Serve as the key link between management and on-site staff, translating strategic objectives into clear operational tasks. Take responsibility for developing structured work plans, allocating resources effectively, and monitoring staff performance to ensure productivity and compliance with safety and environmental standards. By fostering teamwork and accountability, you will drive efficient workflows, resolve operational challenges, and champion continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen service delivery and advance sustainability goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Staff supervision
- Advise Senior Contract Manager on staffing needs and replacements
- Set out daily tasks for staff
- Recommend shifts and revise schedules if needed
- Conduct weekly meetings with staff to get weekly feedback
SHEQ
- Responsible for maintaining good housekeeping standards inside and outside the waste area
- Report all incidents, spills, and near misses
- Ensure that spills are cleaned up
- Ensure that the staff wear the correct PPE
Reports
- Daily attendance register report
- Daily shift report
- Provide a report on all baled material within the different waste streams daily
- Monthly production (bale count) report
- Monthly production report for Sorters
Production
- Ensure that all staff work as productively as possible
- Book daily collections on the collections app
- Implement and supervise the workflow, reporting procedures, and systems
- Identify cost reductions to increase productivity
- Coordinating and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures
- Ensure a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources
- Ensure that no load is loaded without the PO number provided by the Senior Contract Manager
- Monitor and supervise all processes regarding the collection or delivery of material, such as the number of bales and the value of the load
- Monitor the average weight of all baled material
- Monitor the weights of the cages collected from sites daily
- Report any challenges with collections to the Senior Contract Manager
- Oversight over ZTL Supervisor and functions performed by the team member
- Support in completing food tenant monthly report
- Work with ZTL Supervisor on improving diversion target, food waste segregation
- Ensure daily inspection on vehicles are completed
- Daily vehicle utilisation is monitored and deviations rectified
- Ensure collection point schedule is adhered to
- Ensure waste room cleaning schedule is adhered to
Equipment and maintenance
- Report breakdowns to the Senior Contract Manager
- Follow up on repairs to be done on the equipment
- Ensure that everyone halts using the baler if a technical issue arises
- No tools or foreign objects must be placed close to the conveyer
- Ensure that the shift does not start baling until the baler and conveyor are cleaned according to the checklist
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum matric / grade 12
- A minimum of 1-year supervisory experience is required
- Valid driving license
- Excellent knowledge of different waste material streams
Employment will be implemented in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.
Only Applicants considered for the role will be contacted.
Closing date: 30th January 2026
Should you wish to apply, please forward a copy of your CV to .za
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About Operations Jobs in Gauteng
In Gauteng, South Africa, the operations sector is a vital component of various industries, playing a crucial role in ensuring smooth day-to-day activities and long-term success. Typically, operations positions involve managing resources, overseeing production processes, and maintaining supply chains to meet business objectives. Generally, these roles are common across multiple sectors, including manufacturing, logistics, financial services, technology, and healthcare.
When it comes to salaries for operations professionals in Gauteng, broad ranges can vary greatly depending on factors like experience, company size, industry sector, and specific job requirements. Commonly, operations managers and coordinators can expect salary ranges between R600 000 to R1,200 000 per annum, although these figures may be higher or lower based on individual circumstances. It is essential to note that salaries can fluctuate significantly depending on the company’s performance, industry trends, and local economic conditions.
Common skills required for operations positions include project management, supply chain management, data analysis, time management, communication, problem-solving, and adaptability. These skills are typically developed through a combination of formal education, training, and work experience. Professionals in this field often possess strong technical expertise, business acumen, and interpersonal abilities.
Several industries commonly employ operations professionals, including the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and logistics companies. The demand for skilled operations staff is high in these sectors due to the need for efficient processes, streamlined supply chains, and effective resource allocation. In general, operations roles offer a stable career foundation with opportunities for advancement and professional growth.
Career development is a critical aspect of any operation position. Generally, professionals in this field can expect to move into senior management or specialized roles within their current industry or transition into related fields like strategy, consulting, or entrepreneurship. With experience and further education, operations staff can develop expertise in areas such as process improvement, lean manufacturing, or sustainability, enhancing their value to the organization and increasing their earning potential.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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