Operations Manager

Position: Operations Manager

Reports to: CEO

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Type: Full-time position

Location: Okahandja, Namibia

A well established property developer who builds and sells modern architectural and market relevant houses at a competitive pricing structure to the public is looking for a dynamic, practical person to manage the team with experience in Construction or facilities management.

General Operations Management:

• Day-to-day Operational Management
• Crisis Management
• Coordination of Service Interruptions
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Developers
  • Homeowner & Residents
  • Service Providers
  • Suppliers
  • Other relevant parties
• Stay informed and learn relevant Gazettes & Laws
• Public Relations and Communication
  • Homeowner & Residents
  • Developers
• Employee and Consultant Management
• Reporting and Statistics
• Supplier Management
• Perception Risk Management
• Compliance Management
• Development of Policies and Procedures
• Co-ordination between different Departments
• Site Reporting
• Database Upkeep, data integrity analysis
• Municipality Liaison Technical Matters
• Stock Control & Asset Management
• Infrastructure Maintenance
  • Water Network
  • Electrical Network
  • Roads Network
  • Stormwater Network
  • Sewerage Network
  • Other
• Bulk Infrastructure planning and analysis
• EMP Management and compliance
• Greening Project
• Developer Information Package
• Other ad-hoc tasks and reporting
• Other ad-hoc tasks

Experience and Character Requirements for Upper Management:

Hard Skills (Experience):

• Previous Management Experience (Minimum 5 years)
• Stock Management
• Crisis Management
• Project Management
• Experience in the Construction Industry
• IT and Technical Knowledge
• Computer Literacy
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Familiarity with Online Software (Google Workplace, Dropbox, etc.)
• Strong Administration Skills
• Reporting Skills
• Public Relations
• Understanding of Namibian Laws and Regulations
• Risk Management
• Compliance Management
• Change Management

Soft Skills (Character Requirements):

• Management Skills
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Management
  • Fast Decision-Making
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Time Management
  • Negotiation
  • Innovation and Creativity
  • Problem-Solving Skills
• Strong Logical Thinking and Analytical Skills
  • Strategic Planning Abilities
  • Attention to Detail
• High Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Interpersonal skills
  • Leadership Skills
  • Team Building and Motivation Skills
  • Conflict Resolution Skills
  • Cultural Sensitivity and Awareness
  • Ethical Conduct and Integrity
• Good Communication Skills
  • Strong Command of the English Language
  • Public Relations and Communication
• Passion for Site Work
• Customer Service Orientation
• Growth Mindset

ELITE ENCOURAGES YOU TO APPLY BY SUBMITTING YOUR DETAILED CV ON THIS CAREER PAGE. (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ARE NOT TO BE SUBMITTED AT THIS STAGE.)

Closing Date: 5th October 2024

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.