General Operations Manager

Industry: Logistics, General Freight, Fuel & Bulk Liquid Transport, Mining

Position: General Operations Manager

Department: Operations / Logistics

Reports to: MD / Board of Directors

Location: Windhoek

Position Summary:

This Senior Manager is responsible for overseeing & coordinating the daily operations activities of the logistics & transport business, including general freight, mining, fuel & bulk liquid services.
This role ensures effective resource management, compliance with industry regulations and delivery of high-quality services to clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct & manage daily logistics and transport operations, including fleet, warehousing, dispatch & scheduling.
• Develop & implement efficient operational strategies that improve productivity & reduce costs.
• Oversee all company functions including operations, finance, safety, compliance & payroll.
• Liaising with Group HR on HR, IR & union interaction matters.
• Lead & mentor cross-functional teams to ensure timely & safe delivery of goods and services.
• Maintain compliance with transportation laws, safety standards, and hazardous material regulations (where applicable).
• Monitor KPIs and operational metrics to drive performance improvements.
• Ensure proper maintenance and utilization of all logistics assets, including vehicles and equipment.
• Enhance client satisfaction through excellent service delivery and responsive communication.
• Work closely with executive leadership to support the company's strategic initiatives.
• Promote safety culture and ensure adherence to environmental and regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

• Namibian Citizen
• Experience in fuel distribution and mining
• Experience in IR, HR & union interaction is a must
• All round business acumen in financials, marketing, HR / IR and vehicle maintenance
• Bachelors degree in logistics, transport management, supply chain, or related field
• 5 years of experience in logistics and transport operations with a minimum of 8 years in management role
• Strong knowledge of general freight, fuel transport and bulk liquid logistics
• Experience in handling and transporting dangerous goods
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

ELITE ENCOURAGES YOU TO APPLY BY SUBMITTING YOUR DETAILED CV ON THIS CAREER PAGE. (Supporting documents are NOT to be submitted at this stage).

Contact Janine for more details 083 7234155

Closing Date: 15th September 2025

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.