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Operations Coordinator
Atlantic Hills Durbanville, Western CapePOSITION: Operations Coordinator
LOCATION: Durbanville
A well-stablished and reputable cold storage operator that provides
management solutions for cold storage of fruit and other perishable industries are looking for a operations coordinator.
We are currently in search of an experienced Operations Coordinator to join our dynamic team.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
LOCATION: Durbanville
A well-stablished and reputable cold storage operator that provides
management solutions for cold storage of fruit and other perishable industries are looking for a operations coordinator.
We are currently in search of an experienced Operations Coordinator to join our dynamic team.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate and manage all cold store operational performance and activities (intakes, shipping, stowing and inspections) with a strong focus on cost management.
- Booking of staff to ensure that planned daily operational targets are met.
- Maintain exceptional housekeeping standards.
- Identify and participate in areas of continuous improvement to ensure best practice.
- Ensure all operational equipment is in good working order.
- Manage staff over a 3-shift system – 24/7-hour operation.
- Lead, manage and develop staff with a strong emphasis on training and development, time and attendance, performance management and adherence to Health and Safety regulations, company policies and procedures and any other applicable protocols.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Matric.
- A tertiary qualification in operations management will enhance your application.
- Minimum 10 years’ operational experience in a production environment, warehouse environment and/or cold storage of fruit.
- Experience in the fruit export industry will be advantageous.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role is essential.
- Above average computer skills (MS office). Working knowledge of Paltrack will be advantageous.
- Driver’s license is compulsory.
- Working in cold temperatures (0.5⁰C) are a prerequisite for this position.
- The successful candidate will be expected to work on an after-hours basis when required.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Proficient in both English and Afrikaans.
- Self-starter, energetic and disciplined with the ability to effectively direct a team.
- Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to perform under pressure.