These jobs were popular with other job seekers Adhoc Account Electrical Engineer/Assistant Operations Manager - Electrical Construction (Pinetown/KZN) Competitive Remuneration based on experience and qualifications Pinetown Permanent, Fixed Term Full Time Published: 1 day ago Competitive Remuneration Non EE/AA Easy apply Introduction Leading electrical construction specialist is recruiting for an Assistant Operations Manager, to be trained for the Operations Manager position. This is a senior Management position responsible for the full operations of a specific branch, including sales, operations and project installations. Duties&Responsibilities Key Performance Areas (KPAs): Operational planning and management Managing to achieve sales targets and to maximise operational project profitability Developing key business relationships and business development General management and reporting Job description with more detail of key responsibilities Operational planning and management The Assistant Operations Manager has the responsibility for the branch operations and includes various functions: Completing RFQ, tenders and costing for projects Ensuring technical compliance of designs and installations according to applicable SANS code of practice Training project teams to complete installations according to the relevant SANS code of practice Planning of projects and teams Planning of material and site-specific material Management of all health and safety related requirements from clients and projects with the support of the Safety dept. Communication with existing and potential clients Adherence to all operations procedures and processes Ensuring that all relevant controls are in place and being adhered to for: Vehicles Equipment Tools PPE Material and branch store Consumables Health and Safety policies and procedures Office Property Sales targets and profitability Responsible for the overall team drive and motivation to achieve the set sales targets for the branch. Reporting weekly and monthly on the sales tracking and drafting sales forecasts for management. Managing projects and teams efficiently to enable cost savings, to work smarter and faster, to improve productivity which will result in improved project profitability. Analyzing project profitability report information and completing required corrective actions. Managing the debtor portfolio for the branch including invoicing Developing key business relationships and business development Building strong business relationships with Consulting Engineers, Electrical Engineers and other stakeholders based on the following key relationship values: Honesty Trustworthiness Commitment Urgency Reliability Quality Always acting as a proud Brand Ambassador for the business. Leveraging key business relationships to further enhance the business pipeline of potential projects and tenders to support the sales responsibility. Identifying opportunities to tender for projects and to secure projects to achieve set sales targets. General management and reporting Management of Operational teams in terms of any HR or operational requirements which could include: Appointments Promotions Disciplinary process and actions Dismissals Incentives and employee bonus schemes (Monthly Tool, Driver and Equipment bonuses) Project administration Operations and team meetings or briefings Identifying business and project risks and discussing with management to address the potential risks. Completing required site visit and inspections, assessments and attend to client requested project meetings. Reporting to the Operations Manager in terms of branch performance, project progress and status, any operational challenges. Required Operations Management administration. Compliance with ISO relevant company procedures. Desired Experience&Qualification Experience&Qualifications Min. matric with post qualifications in Project Management, Operations Management or Business Management will be beneficial Min. 8 years work experience with at least 5 years in a Management position, with responsibilities for sales growth Managing at least 5 direct reporting employees Experience in electrical or construction industries will be beneficial Electrical engineer or contracts manager experience preferred Characteristics 1.Focused, reliable and honest character 2.Driven, ambitious, proactive to learn and develop skills 3.Organized, neat with attention to detail 4.Very good communication skills 5.Experience in mining, construction, petrochemical sectors will be beneficial 6.Hard-working and committed to growing and adding value to an organization 7.Reliable and trustworthy 8. High level of confidence 9. Experienced in sales will be beneficial Package&Remuneration Competitive Remuneration based on experience and qualifications These jobs were popular with other job seekers #J-18808-Ljbffr