Operations Support Manager

Recruiter:

Imforce Recruitment

Job Ref:

OSM01

Date posted:

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Salary: R40 000.

SUMMARY:
Based in Nasrec Site Mech. (pref.) or Chem. Engineering degree Operational management experience of at least 5 years (mandatory)

POSITION INFO:

Responsible for the operational overseeing and providing support to the Site Manager.
Responsible for designing, developing and maintaining systems and processes to ensure efficient, safe and cost-effective production.
Responsible for optimizing production workflows and driving continuous improvements in operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

Design, develop and optimize production systems.
Lead projects from concept through implementation and commissioning.
Design, develop, optimize, and troubleshoot chemical processes and equipment to improve efficiency, yield, and cost-effectiveness.
Collaborate with all relevant departments to troubleshoot problems.
Monitor daily production targets and throughputs from all relevant departments.
Engage, evaluate, and manage vendors and contractors to ensure technical compliance, cost control, and timely delivery.
Oversee system infrastructure development and drive continuous process improvements.
Prepare technical reports, flow diagrams, cost estimates, and budgets to present during business review meetings.
Support all operations departments in matters arising and RCA’s.

Leadership Standards

To lead effectively.
Articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Possess strategic thinking capabilities to navigate the industry’s challenges and opportunities (Forecasting future trends, identifying potential risks and devising long-term plans).
Foster a team culture that values diverse. perspectives and encourages open dialogue.
Utilize the unique strengths of each team member.
Multitask with projects, departments and daily duties.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Team/Personnel management
Team collaboration
Project Delivery
Compliance Adherence
Food Safety and Quality Culture

Desired Experience & Qualification

Relevant degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred) or Chemical Engineering
Proven work experience in an operational management position (5 years’ experience).
Strong knowledge of operations and processing
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong Organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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