TRAFFIC Western Cape

Operations Manager

University of Fort Hare

Job Description

South Africa - Western Cape , Cape Town - Peninsula (Hout Bay / Muizenberg - Cape Point)

Our client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily cargo operations, manage staff and resources, ensure compliance, and maintain efficient freight movement within a busy air cargo environment.

  • Certificate in Supply Chain Management (NQF Level 5)
  • Valid Code 10 Driver's Licence
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in cargo, logistics or warehouse operations
  • Minimum 3 years' management experience
  • Experience handling HR and IR matters
  • Knowledge of health & safety and regulatory compliance
  • Willing to work abnormal hours when required
  • Computer literate
Key Skills
  • Strong leadership and people management
  • Problem solving and decision making
  • Process driven and organised
  • Collaboration and communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer service focus
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Manage and oversee daily cargo and warehouse operations
  • Allocate staff and resources to ensure smooth workflow
  • Manage rosters, attendance and team performance
  • Ensure compliance with safety, security and operational procedures
  • Lead, coach and support employees
  • Handle disciplinary and IR-related matters when required
  • Monitor vehicles, equipment and operational resources
  • Conduct audits, incident reporting and corrective actions
  • Ensure accurate cargo processing, planning, manifesting and billing
  • Manage customer and supplier relationships
  • Resolve operational issues and improve service delivery
  • Maintain on-time performance and support business objectives
Advantageous Training (Beneficial)
  • Dangerous Goods Category 6
  • Aviation Security Level 3
  • Live Animal / Perishable Training
  • Safety Management Systems
  • Cargo Warehouse Operations Training
  • Winfreight and IQSMS systems knowledge
Salary

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About This Role

Career insights for General and Operations Managers positions

Salary Benchmark
R51,590/month
R32,429 to R77,387/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
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Common Technologies
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Job Overview

Date Posted
26 Apr 2026
Location
Western Cape, South Africa

General and Operations Managers Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R51,590/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.

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