Operations Manager

A career opportunity exists at REINHARDT TRANSPORT GROUP – BM Hauliers, HEIDELBERG for the position of:

OPS MANAGER

Job Summary:

A qualified professional responsible to oversee and manage the day-to-day operations to ensure efficient and effective management of operational processes, systems and teams.

Key Responsibilities:  (not limited to)

1. Management and Planning:  Co-ordinate, Manage and Control logistical planning in line with customer expectations/requirements. Manage and control operational systems to enable effective implementation of logistics plan. Manage container collections, deliveries, storage facilities and nationwide destinations where / if needed. Mitigating cost-risks within required timelines with accuracy and control.
2. Process Management:  Manage local and long-distance fleet scheduling, with minimum loss in kilometres and / or minimal en-route lay over.
3. Bookings:  Oversee harbour yard bookings through the Navis system where applicable.
4. Fleet Performance:  Monitor fleet performance and cost efficiency.  Manage and control fuel consumption in line with Company standards and expectations.
5. Vehicle Maintenance:  Co-ordinate with the technical department to schedule maintenance on vehicles.
6. Budget:  Achieve budget targets and objectives as set by Management. 
7. Clients:  Provide real-time updates to clients and generate operational reports. Client liaison which includes regular communication and managing the needs and expectations of the customers.
8. Report Writing:  Prepare and generate management reports
9. Employee Management:  Manage employees effectively in line with Company standards, policies and code of conduct. 
10. Safety:  Monitor safety compliance, in accordance with Company SOP’s, and Health and Safety Standards as per legislation.

Requirement:

1. Education:  Grade 12 with tertiary qualification in Transport / Logistics Management
2. Experience:  At least 5 years’ experience in the Road Freight and Logistics Industry especially in container logistics and fleet control
3. Track Record:  Proven track record working on Portnet Systems including Navis booking system
4. Systems:  Proficient in tracking systems and fleet management software.  Advanced computer literate i.e. Excel, Outlook etc
5. Communication:  Excellent verbal and communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Remuneration:

To be discussed in the interview

Applications will close on Wednesday 30^th April 2025 at close of business