Deputy Operations Manager

Career Opportunities: Deputy Operations Manager (8395)

Requisition ID 8395 - Posted 11/09/2026

Company: Komatsu Namibia

Business Unit: Namibia Mining

Division: Operations

Department: Windhoek

Location: Windhoek Admin

Reference Number: 8395

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Are you looking for a challenging position in the Heavy Earthmoving Equipment industry? Do you have a passion for big machines? Are you knowledgeable about the mining industry? Komatsu Namibia has the job for you!

We have a vacancy for an energetic and enthusiastic leader with a trade/technical qualification, as well as a business-related qualification (or studying towards one) to look after our operation at the Windhoek Depot and provide leadership to our team.

Responsibilities include:

1. Financial Management

2. Contracts/Supplier Management

3. Corporate governance

4. Strategic planning

5. SHE

6. Technical service of client equipment

7. Inventory Management

etc

Purpose of Job

This TACTICAL LEADERSHIP position in the mining and construction industry manages a branch for Komatsu with regards to the following disciplines/business processes:

LEADERSHIP:

1. Strategic Planning

2. Human Capital Management

3. Financial Managementetc.

DISCIPLINE:

1. SHE

2. Service (RAMP, Workshop, Field)etc.

Job Responsibilities

Inventory Management for Parts, Repairs and Maintenance

Tactical Lower Continuous Leadership Development

Management Job Costing and Financial & General Administration

Tactical Lower Contracts/Customer/Supplier Management

Tactical Lower Liaison- and Change Management

Tactical Lower Corporate Governance

Parts Ordering and Inter-Branch Transfers Management

Tactical Lower Financial Management

Product Support Oversight

Tactical Lower Human Capital Management

Service, Repairs & Maintenance (Field and Workshop)

Tactical Lower Level Planning

Service, Repairs & Maintenance (Field or Workshop)

Unit Sales

Tactical SHE

Competencies

Adapting to Change

Using Math

Utilizing Feedback

Assembling Talent

Controlling Costs

Managing Time

Building and Supporting Teams

Demonstrating Tenacity and Perseverance

Communicating Effectively

Accepting Responsibility

Developing Talent

Acting as a Champion for Change

Acting with Integrity

Resolving Conflict

Delegating Responsibility

Education

QUALIFICATIONS:

Trade/Technical qualification, studying towards a Business related dipoma

EXPERIENCE:

7 years experience 3 years experience as a Depot Manager Management of technical staff

Business experience with regard to customer liaison

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE:

General management in a technical, heavy earth moving/mining machinery equipment

Skills/Additional Requirements

1.Valid driver's license

2.ISO 9001 / 14001

3.OSHAS 18001

4.Komatsu SHE

5.Occupational Health and Safety Act

6.Fundamentals of the Labour Relations Act

7.SAP CS

8.SAP SD

Requirements:

1. Trade/Technical qualifications, studying toward business related qualification,engineering qualification will be an added advantage.

2. Knowledge of and experience in heavy earthmoving machinery in a mining environment

3. 3+ years proven experience in managing technical staff

4. Business experience with regards to custome rliaison, service level agreements, decision-making and problem resolution in mining

5. Financial management with regards to profitability and cost control, inventory management and control

6. Proven track record with regard to customer liaison

Kindly follow link to apply: https://career2.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=8395&company=komatsusou

Closing date: 20 August 2026

In accordance with the Employment Equity Act (EEA) of 1998, Komatsu is committed to the principles of employment equity and fair labor practices. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other ground prohibited by law. We may consider designated groups as per the EEA in our selection process to ensure a diverse and representative workforce, but all applications will be assessed based on qualifications and merit.

Candidates will be expected to pass a relevant medical examination, and agree to verification checks

Only online applications will be considered

Komatsu South Africa (Pty) Ltd complies with the protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013. By submitting your application, you give us your express and informed consent to process your personal information for recruitment purposes.

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