Overview:
Plan, direct and coordinate the C. Steinweg Bridge Tanzania rail operations at a high standard and profitable level. Maintain systems and procedures to maximise operational efficiencies, manage staff for optimum performance, and assume full bottom-line responsibility for the Profit and Loss of the company’s rail operations.
Key Result Areas:
- General Management of Rail Operations
- Financial & Budget Control
- Staff Management & Leadership
- Client & Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Compliance & Governance
- Operational Performance & Continuous Improvement
- Service Provider Management
- Reporting & Administrative Control
Key Job Functions:
General Management of the Operation
- Management of the day-to-day operations of the division.
- Plan, organise and utilise resources under your control.
- Apply strategic planning to determine divisional objectives.
- Co-ordinate financial and budget activities for maximum operational efficiencies.
- Perform all logistical and administrative activities essential to sustaining revenue and client satisfaction.
- Control expenses vs. budget.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements.
- Full management and control of rail logistics whilst adhering to all applicable company and legislative policies and procedures.
- Review and approve SOP’s and work instructions.
- Assess and manage staff and operational performance.
- Manage the admin month-end deadline.
- Spot check and validate client invoices.
- Manage budgets and financial performance.
- Provide monthly financial reporting on operations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Drive cost-saving initiatives across all operations.
Manage Staff
- Manage all staff relations within the division.
- Maintain good relationships with line and staff functions.
- Monitor and control absenteeism, labour turnover, overtime and leave management.
- Ensure recruitment and selection of suitable staff within budget constraints.
- Implement effective communication and performance management systems.
- Maintain sound labour relations in accordance with disciplinary and grievance procedures.
- Ensure ongoing employee growth and development through training interventions.
- Demonstrate leadership skills to enhance motivation and productivity.
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Establish and maintain high-level relationships with key clients and suppliers.
- Promote excellent customer service.
- Promote Just-in-Time (JIT) and Zero Defect principles.
- Negotiate rates and services with suppliers where applicable.
- Manage service provider relationships.
- Assist management in identifying growth opportunities.
Other Responsibilities
- Ensure new business and retention budgets are achieved.
- Perform all logistical and administrative activities essential to sustaining revenue and client satisfaction.
- Perform any other reasonable tasks assigned by management.
Requirements
Education
- Degree or Diploma
- Transport and Logistics Management
Experience
- Minimum 4 years of Administrative Experience.
- Minimum 5 years of Management Experience.
Technical Skills
- Computer literate.
- Basic Microsoft Excel.
- Microsoft Email. Microsoft Word.
- Stock Management Software / Invoicing Software.
- Company record-keeping and documentation knowledge.
Join Steinweg to ensure our services exceed client expectations. Apply now to become part of our dynamic team!
Interested?
Please send your CV to BridgeTz.Recruitment@za.steinweg.com