XSIT has an exciting opportunity for an Operational Co-ordinator to join the team that is based in Kirkwood, Eastern Cape. The Operational Co-ordinator will assist in overseeing the daily operations including the planning, assigning, and supervising of operational duties in order to deliver the SIT programme to the Sundays River Valley area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for assisting the Manager and team in delivering excellent operational service to the SIT clients in the SRV area.
- Assist and oversee the maintaining of stock levels
- Daily submitting of attendance registers, logistical planning of operations
- Ensure that all vehicles are serviced and properly maintained.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships through regular meetings and communications with Growers as agreed with Manager.
- Ensure that monitoring, release & technical goals, and targets are met.
- Do regular quality checks and ensure that quality standards are adhered to.
- Ensure that 5S is measured and practiced throughout operations, and that 5s is physically implemented and supported daily.
- Maintain clear and accurate documents/procedures for reference purposes.
- HR responsibilities (hours, admin, leave management, performance management, general discipline)
- Daily liaison with pilots, release and monitoring staff
Education & Training:
- National higher diploma or degree in Operations and/or Agricultural management or related field
- Computer Literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook, Google Earth)
- AVCASA and/or PCO will receive preference.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in operational or management activities.
- Agricultural and/or operations qualification would be an advantage.
- Must have driver’s license
- Be physically able to perform operational activities
Characteristics:
- Strong communications skills (Eng. and Afrikaans)
- Business administration skills with good numerical skills with attention to detail
- The ability to manage people and have a positive solution-driven attitude.
- Able to work efficiently in a team environment.
- Planning and organizing abilities.
- Must be performance driven and results orientated.
Xsit (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, religion, colour, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other status or condition protected by law.
Remuneration for position will be discussed with candidates who are invited for an interview. Should you not hear back from us after submitting your CV within a period of 20 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.