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Operations Manager

Full-time

Staff Focus

Key Responsibilities

Operations Management:
  • Oversee the daily operations of the car wash, ensuring efficient workflow and service delivery.
  • Plan and coordinate staffing to meet operational demands.
  • Ensure vehicles are processed efficiently while maintaining company quality standards.
  • Monitor productivity and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
  • Ensure opening and closing procedures are completed accurately.
  • Maintain a clean, organised, and professional working environment.
Sales and Financial Performance:
  • Drive sales growth and achieve agreed revenue targets.
  • Promote value-added services, packages, and promotions.
  • Monitor operational costs and minimise waste of water, chemicals, and consumables.
  • Ensure accurate cash handling and investigate discrepancies where necessary.
  • Review operational and financial reports and implement corrective actions to improve profitability.
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and business planning.
Team Leadership:
  • Recruit, train, mentor, and develop employees.
  • Manage staff scheduling, attendance, and performance.
  • Conduct regular performance reviews and identify training needs.
  • Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive workplace culture.
  • Ensure all employees comply with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Customer Service:
  • Deliver a consistently high standard of customer service.
  • Handle customer enquiries and complaints professionally.
  • Build lasting relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Ensure all vehicles are handled with care and professionalism. 
Quality Assurance:
  • Monitor service quality to ensure all vehicles receive the services purchased.
  • Conduct regular quality inspections.
  • Investigate customer complaints and implement corrective actions.
  • Maintain consistent service standards across all shifts.
Equipment and Maintenance:
  • Ensure all car wash equipment is safe, operational, and well maintained.
  • Coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs.
  • Conduct routine inspections and maintain maintenance records.
  • Ensure employees operate equipment safely and correctly.
Stock and Inventory Control:
  • Manage stock levels of cleaning chemicals, consumables, and operational supplies.
  • Conduct regular stock counts and investigate discrepancies.
  • Control the issuing and usage of stock to minimise waste.
  • Submit purchasing requests when required.
Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
  • Promote a safe working environment for employees, customers, and contractors.
  • Ensure chemicals are stored, handled, and used correctly.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections and report incidents promptly.
  • Promote responsible water usage and environmentally sustainable practices.
Reporting and Administration:
  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
  • Monitor sales performance, productivity, staffing, stock usage, and customer feedback.
  • Maintain accurate operational, maintenance, and employee records.
  • Provide management with recommendations to improve operational performance.
Requirements
  • Grade 12 / Matric.
  • A qualification in Operations Management, Business Management, Retail Management, or a related field will be advantageous.
  • 3–5 years' management experience in an operational environment.
  • Previous experience within a car wash or vehicle service environment will be advantageous.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Valid driver's licence will be advantageous.
Vacancy posted 19 hours ago
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