Operations Controller x 2 - Junior & Senior Positions - Lusaka, Zambia

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Report directly to the Operations manager.
Quickly learn the product and develop a skilful sales mind by always picking up any new sales opportunities during company errands and communicate them to the Operations manager.
Work hand-in-hand with the Operations manager and the production team to create a mutual understanding of the project strategy based on the requirement of the job
Conduct in-depth reviews and analysis of all project documents so as to be familiar with every detail and/or requirements, e.g drawings and BOQ/BOM.
Must be SAFETY conscience in a bid to plan and manage safety programs for each project and make sure that all aspects of SAFETY on site are being followed and archived to ensure a safe, injury/accident-free workplace and on all active sites.
Help the production/Project managers in the arrangement and analysis of projects and scheduling of reports on projects
Oversee projects as they are being carried out to make sure that the work is done according to outlined specifications, and that they also conform with project timetable
Deliver and convey project needs to the manager. For example, in a case whereby extra materials/resources are needed for the completion of a project, you will communicate the situation to the Operations manager and make a request.
Ensure that all materials issued to a specific project are used prudently and accurately.
Assist in the maintenance, development, and enhancement of the companys relationship with contractors in a bid to produce strategic partnership
Ensure total quality adherence is followed by the production team (whenever on site) in accordance with the company quality control policy.
Perform all office related errands as assigned by the Operations manager or the office stuff. Eg, collecting/buying orders from various suppliers by ensuring the right quality and quantity is collected and delivered.
Most of the time will be spent in Lusaka although, the Operations Controller will need to remain flexible and will work wherever the projects are happening.
Any other duties as assigned.

Key Skills
Experience in a Sales, manufacturing fields will be an added advantage, otherwise the company will provide work-on-training for the successful candidate.
Must be flexible - especially to travel to wherever an active site is located.
Must be ready to work past normal hours when need arises
Good analytical and organizational abilities are of great importance
Possess good leadership ability, as well as ability to work as part of a team or even lead a team when called upon
Ability to read and interpret specifications
Must be a self stater with ability to work with minimum supervision.
Ability to be proactive and also to foresee events and react appropriately towards them
The ability to multitask and strategize in different situations is also relevant
Ability to work and carry out projects within a stipulated time frame or deadline