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In office (Johannesburg)
Seniority
Senior
Employment
Full-Time

First seen by Alion on Nov 12, 2026.

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Introduction

Client in this area Rosebank (Gauteng Region) seeks this skills

Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Operations & Multi-Site Management

  •  Provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple client sites and departments.
  •  Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with organisational objectives and contractual requirements.
  •  Ensure consistent service delivery, operational efficiency and adherence to established standards across all locations.
  •  Oversee workforce planning, resource allocation, operational capacity and staffing structures.
  • Identify operational risks, service gaps and opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Drive operational excellence through effective systems, processes, policies and procedures.
  •  Monitor operational performance and ensure delivery against agreed business objectives.

Contract Management & SLA Governance

  •  Take accountability for operational contract performance and service delivery obligations.
  •  Ensure compliance with contractual agreements, KPIs, SLAs and client-specific requirements.
  •  Monitor contract deliverables and identify potential risks to service performance.
  •  Lead service performance reviews and engage relevant stakeholders on contractual matters.
  •  Drive corrective and preventative action plans where service delivery falls below agreed standards.
  •  Maintain effective relationships with outsourced business partners and service providers.
  •  Identify opportunities to improve contractual performance, operational efficiencies and client value.

Client & Stakeholder Relationship Management

  •  Act as a senior point of contact for key client stakeholders.
  •  Establish and maintain strategic client relationships built on trust, accountability and service excellence.
  •  Engage proactively with clients to understand business priorities, evolving needs and expectations.
  •  Lead client engagements, operational reviews and service delivery discussions.
  •  Manage complex client escalations and resolve service-related challenges professionally and effectively.
  • Anticipate client requirements and proactively implement solutions that enhance the overall client experience.
  •  Build strong partnerships across internal departments, external stakeholders and outsourced service providers.

People Management & Leadership

  •  Provide effective leadership and strategic direction to large, diverse and multi-disciplinary teams.
  •  Develop a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration and service excellence.
  •  Lead workforce planning, succession planning, talent development and employee engagement initiatives.
  •  Oversee performance management, disciplinary processes, grievances and employee relations in   collaboration with HR.
  •  Coach, mentor and develop management teams and direct reports.
  •  Identify skills gaps and implement targeted training and development interventions.
  •  Drive employee productivity, engagement, retention and organisational alignment.

Quality Assurance, Risk & Compliance

  •  Establish and maintain operational governance frameworks and quality assurance standards.
  •  Ensure compliance with company policies, client requirements, health and safety regulations and   relevant legislation.
  • Conduct operational audits, site inspections and service quality assessments.
  •  Analyse operational data, identify trends and implement improvement strategies.
  •  Ensure accurate reporting, documentation and management of operational risks.

LEADERSHIP & BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

  •  The successful candidate must demonstrate:
  •  Strategic and commercial thinking.
  •  Exceptional leadership and people management capabilities.
  •  Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
  •  Advanced negotiation, conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
  •  High levels of emotional intelligence and professional maturity.
  •  Strong decision-making and accountability.
  •  Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders.
  •  Resilience and the ability to operate effectively in a high-pressure environment.
  •  A proactive, solutions-oriented and results-driven approach.
  •  Strong business acumen and an understanding of operational governance.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

  •  Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
  •  Strong reporting, analytical and data interpretation capabilities.
  •  Experience with operational management systems and reporting platforms.
  •  Ability to interpret contractual requirements, operational KPIs and performance metrics.
  •  Strong presentation, business communication and report-writing skills.

SUCCESS PROFILE

  •  The successful candidate will be an accomplished hospitality or operations management   professional who can demonstrate the ability to:
  •  Lead complex, multi-site operations effectively.
  •  Manage and develop large teams while driving accountability and performance.
  •  Build and maintain strategic client partnerships.
  •  Take ownership of contract performance and SLA delivery.
  •  Drive operational efficiencies and commercial sustainability.
  •  Deliver consistently high standards of client experience and operational excellence.
Desired Experience & Qualification

Mandatory Requirements:

  • Minimum of 6 10 years' relevant experience in hospitality, facilities, corporate workplace
  • operations or a related service driven environment.
  • At least 5 years' experience in senior management or leadership roles, overseeing complex
  • operations and large teams.
  • Demonstrated experience managing multi ple sites, departments and operational functions.
  • Extensive experience in people management, including leadership development, performance
  • management, employee relations and workforce planning.
  • Proven experience in client relationship management, executive stakeholder engagement and
  • managing high profile corporate clients.
  • Strong background in contract management, SLA governance, service delivery and operational
  • compliance.
  • Proven track record of driving operational improvements and delivering measurable bu siness
  • and client service outcomes.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, fostering positive guest relations.

Mandatory Qualification:

  • Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management, Operations Management,
  • Business Management or a closely related discipline.
  • Additional qualifications in Contract Management, Project Management or People Management

        will be beneficial

To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a detailed and updated CV, certified qualifications
and relevant supporting documentation:

 

 

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