Operations Manager jobs in South Africa

Updated November 4, 2026

Find operations manager jobs in South Africa from company career pages, all in one list, including roles that never reach LinkedIn or Indeed. Employers also post this role as Business Operations Manager, Ops Manager, Operations Lead and Head of Operations.

Latest Operations Manager jobs in South Africa

Operations Manager jobs in South Africa at a glance

Companies hiring
Netcare Hospitals Pty, TFG, MRI India, EJWL, FirstRand Bank and ACSA
Cities
Cape Town, Gauteng, Johannesburg, Pretoria and Billings Operation Centre Pretoria
Work setup
On-site, remote and hybrid
Levels
Senior to executive
Job types
Full-time and contract
Skills in demand
Continuous Improvement, Problem-solving, Stakeholder management, Decision Making, Technical Knowledge, Computer literacy, Communication, Teamwork

Based on the newest listings. Not every posting states pay, level, or skills.

About Operations Manager jobs

Operations managers run the day-to-day processes that keep a business working, and improve how teams, tools, and vendors fit together.

Also posted as

  • Business Operations Manager
  • Ops Manager
  • Operations Lead
  • Head of Operations

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Operations Manager jobs in South Africa: questions

Where can I find Operations Manager jobs in South Africa?

JobLookout collects Operations Manager openings in South Africa from company career pages and puts them in one list, including roles that never get posted on LinkedIn or Indeed. Open a role and apply on the company's career page.

Which companies have Operations Manager jobs in South Africa?

Recent listings include roles at Netcare Hospitals Pty, TFG, MRI India, EJWL, FirstRand Bank and ACSA. The company name is on every listing, so you always know who is hiring.

Where in South Africa are Operations Manager jobs?

Recent listings are in Cape Town, Gauteng, Johannesburg, Pretoria and Billings Operation Centre Pretoria, plus remote roles open to people based in South Africa.

Are there remote Operations Manager jobs in South Africa?

Yes. Recent remote listings include roles at Hirehangar. On-site and hybrid roles are listed too. The work-mode filter narrows the list to remote only.

What skills do Operations Manager jobs in South Africa ask for?

Skills that come up most in recent listings: Continuous Improvement, Problem-solving, Stakeholder management, Decision Making, Technical Knowledge, Computer literacy, Communication, Teamwork. Each posting lists its own requirements, so read the full description before you apply.

What job titles count as Operations Manager?

This list groups related titles, including Business Operations Manager, Ops Manager, Operations Lead and Head of Operations, so you are not searching one keyword at a time.

Can I find entry-level or senior Operations Manager jobs in South Africa?

Recent listings range from senior to executive. Experience level is a filter, from intern and new grad through entry, mid, senior, lead, and director, so you only see Operations Manager roles at your level.

Are there part-time, contract, or internship Operations Manager roles in South Africa?

Employment type is its own filter: full-time, part-time, contract, and internship. Pick the one you want and the rest drop out of your list.

Are these only jobs in South Africa?

Yes. This page is Operations Manager openings located in South Africa, including remote roles that still require South Africa.

Can I see Operations Manager jobs in other countries?

Yes. Operations Manager jobs are also listed for United States, India, United Kingdom, Canada, Singapore and Philippines. You can switch the country at any time.

What should I check in a Operations Manager job posting?

Worth checking before you apply: analysis, program execution, or running a team; which leader the role supports; whether the posting describes a business or only a personality.

How do I apply to Operations Manager jobs in South Africa?

Open a role from your list and follow its apply link to the company's career page. You complete the application there.

How often are Operations Manager jobs in South Africa updated?

This page refreshes every hour, and new openings are added as they appear on company career pages. Sort the full list by date to see the newest first.

Do I need an account to browse Operations Manager jobs in South Africa?

No. You can open the list, read a role, and apply on the company site without an account. An account is only used for saved jobs, Copilot, and the resume tools.

Can JobLookout help with my resume for Operations Manager jobs?

Yes. Paid plans include resume tools, including tailoring your resume to a specific posting before you apply.

What roles are similar to Operations Manager?

Similar roles include Business Analyst, Strategy & Operations, Project Manager, Program Manager and Consultant.