Operations Manager - Johannesburg, South Africa - Kontak Recruitment SA

Kontak Recruitment SA

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Johannesburg, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng - Manufacturing

Operations Manager (JB2651)
Cape Town, Western Cape

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Duration:
Permanent

Application closing date: 31 January 2023
Overview

We are seeking a fulltime Operations Manager to join and lead our operations team based at the CTICC. You will be responsible for operational and resource planning, allocation and sourcing of resources where needed. Planning and leadership are critical to this role and the overall success of this position. If you are a problem solver with excellent planning and _

- organization_
- skills that loves the thrill of working in a fast-paced event production environment, this position is for you._

Minimum Requirements:

Proven work experience as an operations manager in an events industry environment (preferred)
Experience in organizational effectiveness and strategic operations management
Understanding of audio-visual and staging event projects (preferred)
Budget development and oversight experience
Familiarity with business and financial principles and practices
Must be able to read and understand technical drawings
Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
Authoritative leadership with a natural ability to plan and delegate
Ability to manage operational staff to maintain efficiency and maximize resources.
Will be both crew and client interfacing and therefore must have excellent interpersonal skills
Must have excellent customer service and communication skills, politely and promptly responding to all internal and external requests.
Computer proficiency and a good working knowledge of Google Workspace, printers, basic computer interfacing and computer networking.
Must have high attention to detail, excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
Ability to embrace our culture and follow all company policies and procedures.

Ability to always maintain a professional appearance and attitude and be willing to adhere to our company's appearance and grooming guidelines.

Ability to work a flexible schedule as dictated by business needs.

Must be willing to work outside of normal business hours, long hours, weekends, evenings, and holidays, if and when needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure that all projects are produced in a correct, cost effective and timely manner in
alignment with specifications and quality requirements
Implement and improve operational systems, processes and best practices that ensure organizational well-being
Purchase materials, plan inventory and ensure warehouse efficiency
Contribute towards the achievement of the company's strategic and operational objectives
Understand the financial position of the organization and utilize this to improve profitability
Perform quality controls and monitor production output
Recruit, train, supervise and appraise human resources
Ensure that the client expectations are surpassed
Review upcoming events and plan crew and equipment needs with your team.
Work closely with, direct and guide the technical relations manager, project managers and operational staff.
Build positive working relationships with the center event management, support staff and clients alike.
Follow and maintain existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for event management and operational functions.
Perform quality controls and monitor production output
Fulfil other duties as assigned to ensure success of all event projects