Operations Controller

In brief

**Overview** Servest Hygiene Solutions, a division of Servest PTYLtd., has an opening for an Operations Controller. This role is responsible for the generation and management of service schedules, planning, routing, and scheduling of all service work, as well as managing inventory, vehicles, and service teams. The position is based at Servest's Port Elizabeth offices and reports to the Branch Manager. **What you will do** * Generate, plan, route, schedule, and re-schedule all service work in line with Service Level Agreement (SLA) requirements. * Conduct daily effective briefing and debriefing of service teams. * Manage service and task information accurately and effectively on all electronic platforms. * Manage and control operational service staff issues, including but not limited to employment, leave scheduling, overtime scheduling, disciplinary matters, co-ordinating training, and staff appraisals. * Manage all service-related stock control, stock and equipment issues, and the operational stores, including monthly stock takes, stock analysis, and forecasting. * Ensure all stock physically received from main warehouses is controlled, verified against transfer documents, and managed according to company policies and procedures. * Ensure stock issued for services is accurately picked and reconciled against daily requirements per client. * Perform daily, weekly, and monthly inspections of vehicles, ladders, tools, equipment, PPE, and other operational items, reporting findings to management. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Matric * Relevant tertiary qualification * Minimum of 2 - 5 years’ experience as a Scheduler or similar role * Computer Skills essential: Proficiency required in Ms Excel, Word and Outlook. Must be comfortable using new technology and applications. * Experience in Cleaning/Hygiene /Logistics would be advantageous. * Must be organised and systematic with a keen eye for detail and strong administrative skills. * Must have effective communication and strong customer relations skills. * Highly accurate, detail orientated and capable to operate comfortably under pressure in a high paced and demanding operational environment. **Who should apply** Candidates should possess a Matric certificate and a relevant tertiary qualification, coupled with a minimum of 2-5 years' experience as a Scheduler or in a similar role. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook is essential, along with a comfort level using new technology and applications. Ideal applicants will be highly organised, systematic, detail-oriented, and possess strong administrative, communication, and customer relations skills. The role requires someone who is highly accurate and capable of operating comfortably under pressure in a high-paced and demanding operational environment. Experience in the Cleaning, Hygiene, or Logistics sectors would be an advantage. **Deadline** 20th October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/operations-controller-servest-sa-2 Source: myjobmag

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• At least 2 years of experience.

• Microsoft Excel

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