Operations Manager

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the overall operations, ensuring that all processes related to the storage and supply of explosives are executed efficiently and safely. The role involves planning, resource management and the coordination of operational logistics to meet customer demands while maintaining high standards of safety and compliance.

• Diploma (Mining or Mechanical or Explosives Engineering

Advantageous Requirements

• Ms Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Email)
• Blasting Certificate MQA
• Advanced Blasting course

• 5 years working experience in the supervisory role
• Proven track record in an operational / explosives mining environment
• SHERQ (National or International)

• To perform and report on annual business planning thus ensuring efficient and effective management of finances, employees and assists in such a manner as to accomplish the objectives of the organisation.
• To compile and execute business strategy thus ensuring new business for BME.
• To effectively manage the operational service delivery value chain through a whole series of activities to create and build value at every step-inaccordance with the organisational vision.
• To effectively manage stock to obtain and preserve a suitable assortment of goods while also keeping track of all orders, shipping and handling, and other related costs.
• To ensure that all the requirements of the Mine Health and Safety Act, OHS Act, and statutory requirements within the department/remit thus ensuring effective management of SHERQ and adherence to stipulated disciplines for continuous improvement of occupational Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Quality that impact on any organisation.
• To manage all aspects of human capital through the HR value chain and in accordance to legislation.
• To ensure efficient and effective management of finances in such a manner as to accomplish the strategic objectives of the organisation.
• To effectively manage the maintenance of equipment, vehicles and assets thus ensuring adherence to processes and procedures.
• To identify, implement and manage employee development and skills transfer through various on boarding and training initiatives.
• To define, development and implement policies, procedures and processes to ensure process excellence and continual process improvement.
• Analyse the market trends to forecast demand and adjust operations accordingly
• Work closely with Senior Management to align operations with company objectives and customer needs.
• Ensure that all operations comply with the relevant safety regulations and company policies.
• Lead safety initiatives and foster a culture of safety.
• Oversee regular safety audits, risk assessments and incident investigations ensuring that company policies are followed, and corrective actions are implemented.
• Continuously evaluate and improve operational processes to increase efficiency, reduce cost and enhance service delivery. Implement best practices
• Oversee the maintenance and improvement of company assets to ensure they meet the operational needs.
• Manage and develop team, providing leadership, guidance and performance management.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring that their needs are met and that BME`s service levels exceed expectations
• Address customer concerns and feedback, working to continuously improve customer satisfaction.
• Ensure alignment between operations and customer requirements
• Manage the operations budget, ensuring cost effective use of resources while maintaining high levels of service.
• Monitor financial performance and implement measures to achieve financial targets.
• Prepare and present regular reports on operational performance, safety, and financial metrics to senior management

Job Related Skills

• Sound knowledge of applicable legislations such as; Explosives Act, OHS Act
• Mine Health and Safety Act.
• Sound financial management
• Knowledge of Operational planning
• Knowledge of quality management
• Extensive knowledge of mining operations and SHERQ
• Excellent working knowledge of National and/or International Legislation (Employee/Employment Laws)
• Project Management
• Knowledge of Business Administration
• Safety and Compliance Expertise
• Leadership and People Management
• Operational Efficiency
• Customer Relationship Management
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Communication and Collaboration
• Strategic planning and Execution