Assistant Scrap Metal Yard / Branch Manager: Montague Gardens Branch at SA Metal Group

Job Description

• The Assistant Branch Manager focuses on assisting and supporting the Branch Manager with the planning and managing of the branch’s operations and staff.
• The Assistant Branch Manager, with the guidance of the Branch Manager, is responsible for leading a team to ensure that operational requirements are met. Compliance with the Second-Hand Goods Act, maintaining good customer relations, and acting with integrity are crucial for this role.
• The Assistant Branch Manager must be able to manage the branch on his / her own if necessary.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring all operational processes and procedures are strictly followed
• Maintain good customer relations and ensuring customer satisfaction
• Ensuring that the scrap metal is purchased at the correct grade
• Ensuring records are updated and reconciled accurately for all items purchased and dispatched
• Ensuring Company policies and procedures, and health & safety regulations are adhered to
• Lead and supervise a team in order to achieve operational requirements
• Motivating staff on a continuous basis.
• Ensuring that assistants thoroughly inspect scrap to be purchased
• Ensuring that the requirements of the Second-hand Goods Act are complied with when buying scrap by accurately recording all information required under the Act
• Following clear and reasonable instructions from managers

Applicants must have the following qualifying criteria:

• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Good numeracy skills
• Good communication skills
• Fluent in English
• Ability to work quickly and under pressure
• At least 3-5 years applicable managerial experience
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

Qualifying Attributes:

• Self-motivated, accurate, goal orientated and attention to detail.
• Eager to learn and develop.
• Able to analyse and implement verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to multi-task and manage a demanding workload in a pressurised environment.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and deliver results (time management).
• Strong sense of integrity.

Closes: 03 November 2025.