A machine industrial company situated in Durban is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced Operations Manager to join their team.

The successful incumbent for this position will be responsible for:

• The Operations Manager reports directly to the Managing Director and is responsible for coordinating and leading the development and execution of strategies and operational activities of the Workshop,
• Warehouse, Quality, Projects and Engineering teams. This role sets the context for the output team to ensure their combined efforts are directed towards the delivery of the strategic plan of the company.
• A major focus of this role is to manage people and systems to achieve the best possible outcomes while achieving safety, environment, quality and cost objectives.

Key requirements:

• Degree in Operations Management, Engineering or a similar field
• Lean Six Sigma certification is desired
• Solid computer literacy
• SAP exposure will be advantageous
• Management/Leadership Training
• Lean Six Sigma training advantageous
• 8 years of technical experience and management responsibility in a heavy industrial operational or manufacturing/engineering workshop environment.
• Previous experience at the executive management level is essential, with sound leadership skills (including the ability to mentor and coach others).
• Work as part of a cross-functional team with an inclusive management style.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and manage self and others in a dynamic work environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Actively displays consistent behaviour that demonstrates commitment through actions to the values.
• Strong negotiating skills to influence individuals in key positions both within and external to the organization.
• Knowledge of statutory, corporate and local regulations and policies.