Operations Manager
Hire Resolve · Pretoria, Gauteng
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- An established renewable energy company is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee end-to-end service delivery, from installation through to aftercare.
- The role will be responsible for ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, on time and within budget.
- The successful candidate will provide operational leadership, improve processes, manage budgets, ensure compliance and lead teams across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the overall operations budget and protect profit margins.
- Monitor expenditure and identify opportunities to reduce operational and fuel costs.
- Approve purchases within delegated limits and company policies.
- Ensure sites and vehicles comply with OHS and legal safety requirements.
- Lead safety training and enforce safety protocols.
- Investigate safety incidents and implement corrective actions.
- Apply Lean or Six Sigma principles to improve operational efficiency.
- Improve route planning and fleet utilisation.
- Set and monitor quarterly operational objectives.
- Oversee maintenance contractors and facilities.
- Coordinate equipment, vehicles and staff across departments.
- Lead, mentor and manage direct reports.
- Assist with recruitment, performance reviews and team development.
- Ensure effective communication between installation, aftercare and support teams.
- Work closely with Sales, Marketing and Finance.
- Resolve operational issues across departments and remove roadblocks.
- Drive continuous improvement, quality and operational efficiency.
Minimum Requirements
- Post-Matric qualification in a relevant field preferred.
- 8+ years' experience in Operations Management.
- At least 5 years' experience in a senior leadership role.
- Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt certification advantageous, or willingness to obtain within 12 months.
- Strong financial and budget management experience.
- Solid understanding of OHS requirements.
- Experience with process improvement, route planning and operational efficiency.
- Strong people management and leadership skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities