Operations Manager

About the role

ALISTAIR is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead safe and efficient road freight and crane operations across its African network. You will be the primary interface with clients, government authorities, and suppliers, ensuring compliance and driving business growth.

Key responsibilities

• Drive safe, efficient road freight and crane operations.
• Manage fleet dispatch, equipment allocation, and workshop coordination.
• Ensure compliance, auditing, and reporting across all sites.
• Lead procurement, supplier management, and financial documentation.
• Prepare quotations and proposals as the main client contact.
• Build strong relationships with government authorities, port officials, and suppliers.
• Identify risks, resolve challenges, and secure new business opportunities.
• Mentor and develop the Mozambique team, applying best practices from other regions.

Required profile

• 7–10+ years in logistics, transport, or supply chain (Oil & Gas or Mining preferred).
• Proven expertise in lifting operations, heavy haulage, and abnormal loads.
• Fluency in Portuguese and English.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and commercial acumen.
• Certification in crane operations (LOLER/LEEA).
• Knowledge of customs clearance, port operations, HSE standards, and transport legislation.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Experience with ERP/TMS systems.
• Crane operations certification (LOLER/LEEA).
• Customs clearance procedures.
• Port operations knowledge.