Key Responsibilities

• Implement operational strategies aligned with the Company’s strategic business plans.

• Lead the company and ensure all employees are aligned with the company vision.

• Plan and execute long-term business strategies to achieve company objectives.

• Ensure all required processes are in place and consistently followed.

• Maintain and develop strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

• Champion and uphold the Company’s values throughout the business.

• Provide governance and structure in accordance with accepted industry standards.

• Review and approve contracts and terms & conditions for new projects.

• Support key departmental managers (Sales & Marketing, Operations, Finance, Procurement, and HR).

• Collaborate with IT to identify and implement technological advancements, including software solutions.

• Lead the implementation of new manufacturing initiatives and best practices.

• Work with the Financial Manager to establish financial management protocols.

• Partner with HR to provide strong leadership, ensuring a motivated and engaged workforce.

• Evaluate and approve key investments in maintenance, equipment, infrastructure, and skills.

• Communicate company strategy, goals, and performance results to all employees.

• Apply sound business and management principles in strategic planning, resource allocation, HR management, leadership, and operational coordination.

• Analyze information and operational data to support decision-making and solve problems.

• Direct organizational operations, projects, and services effectively.

• Directly manage, motivate, and develop reporting lines.

• Set objectives for direct reports, aligned with business goals.

• Conduct regular meetings with reporting lines.

• Manage labour costs in line with budget and departmental capacity.

• Implement and oversee BBBEE and Employment Equity strategies.

• Maintain a motivated workforce and conduct final interviews for key positions.

• Ensure disciplinary procedures are followed.

• Oversee skills development initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation.

• Conduct safety audits and implement corrective actions.

• Enforce safety regulations and procedures.

• Manage subcontractors as per SLAs.

• Manage internal audit findings and achieve audit score targets.

• Ensure effective maintenance of equipment and assets.

• Implement preventative maintenance plans.

• Perform asset verifications biannually.

• Align change management activities with strategic objectives.

• Manage resistance and stakeholder engagement.

• Support organizational design during change initiatives.

• Evaluate business performance and growth through data analysis.

• Deliver reports and forecasts to management.

• Manage budgets and oversee performance versus budget.

• Prepare manufacturing budgets and forecasts.

• Ensure budget compliance.

• Ensure services are delivered on time and resolve customer complaints.

• Monitor stock variance and ensure stock adjustments are signed off.

• Ensure BBBEE compliance among service providers.