Operations Assistant

Recruiter:

Wasteplan

Job Ref:

CPT000083/CM

Date posted:

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Keep our business running smoothly—join us as an Operations Assistant and be the engine behind our everyday excellence.

POSITION INFO:
Job Summary
Provide comprehensive support to the Operations department – by coordinating and executing a range of administrative and operational tasks. This role ensures effective control, strategic planning, and seamless organization within the department, contributing to the department’s overall efficiency and success.

Responsibilities

New Site Startups

Ensure equipment availability, order new equipment, and arrange delivery to sites as per signed site costing. Communicate with Contract manager
Setting up of system configurations for collections to take place

Consumable / PPE Stock Management

Ensure effective communication with the procurement department
Responsible for stock level management, record keeping, replenishment orders and issuing of consumables and PPE
Monthly stock takes to ensure the correct stock is available

Administrative Responsibilities

Scheduling and sending of meeting requests and assisting with meeting minute taking
Responsible for compiling quotations and filing them in the site folders
Ensure effective communication with the Sales department with regard to requirements for new site start-ups
Keep the cost recovery sheet for all equipment placed on sites up to date
Requesting of purchase orders for service provider invoices

Requirements

Matric / Grade 12
Minimum 2-3 years working experience in a similar role
Relevant qualifications and experience, knowledge, and skills
High proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential
Valid Code 8 Driver’s License and own reliable transport preferable
Must be well presented, professional, and have excellent communication skills

Closing date: 09th December 2025
Should you wish to apply, please follow the online application process

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