Reference: HQ000886-JG-1 Our client in the Waste Industry is currently looking for a suitable Operations Specialist to be based in Kwa-Zulu Natal - North Position: Operations Specialist Location: Kwa-Zulu Natal - North Reporting Line: Logistics Manager Job Summary: Responsible for managing and maintaining the company fleet including operations. Identify opportunities for business improvement. Provide assistance to supporting departments. Responsible for client management. Minimum Qualification Criteria: Grade 12 3-5 years of fleet maintenance management experience Qualified Mechanic/Mechanical technician with min qualification T3 or N5 certificate Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Ability to analyze and improve operation processes Analytical thinking skills Strong problem solving and time management skills Self-sufficient, the ability to work with the minimal supervision Mechanical and technical skills experience Critical Outcomes: Perform all duties to the latest ISO 14001 and 45001 requirements. Function as part of a team. Ensure total confidentiality of all information, internal and external, pertaining to the business, all its Employees and Management. Perform all necessary computer functions. Manage teams of people at work. Communicate with clients in a professional manner. Maintain discipline in the organisation to legal requirements & Company Policies & Procedures/ Employment Equity, Skills Development Act, Labour Relations Act and Basic Conditions of Employment Act Perform strategic planning functions Roles and Responsibilities Act as an advisor in the technical, sales and operational functions, on request, for all specialised and complex activities on site. Survey the client site to ensure the vehicle is accessible to enter without incurring any damages to vehicle or client site. Oversee/Supervise special jobs at clients sites Assist drivers as an when required at the client site Identify key interventions for improvement in operations and technical management. Responsible for project management from initiation until completion. Act as liaison specialist with customers and provide technical support. Attend and conduct Supplier/Transporter Audits Manage and coordinate tender process with regards to logistics and bin requirements. Maintenance of the staff light driving vehicles (Bakkies/sales rep vehicles etc.) Complete Fleet maintenance of all trucks and trailers, inter alia – pre-inspections and post inspections. Establish effective trailer drop and collect points which includes oversight of the satellite sites. Train and on-board new employees on operational protocols to ensure all staff members adhere to standard operating procedures Coordinate induction and occupations for site employees including training interventions. Oversee inventory management practises and improve as necessary Responsible for tyre Management, including procurement and maintenance Live vehicle tracking on fleet and light driving vehicles using the Auto Tracking System. Relief Site Supervisor across all sites as required in liaison with Depot Manager or Logistics Manager. Act as a rotational supervisor on weekends/standby for operations/fleet Perform any other duties as required by your designated manager. Monthly
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