Operations · Full-time
Recruitment agency · Career Directions LimitedSenior Operations Manager
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About this role
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Role overview
A company in Nairobi is looking for a Senior Operations Manager to oversee various departments including housekeeping, transportation, unit operations, repairs and maintenance, and office operations. This full-time role suits someone with experience in operations management, particularly in hospitality, serviced apartments, property, or facilities.
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What you will do
- Provide leadership and direction to managers, supervisors, and team leads across departments.
- Regularly review operational performance and ensure accountability for results and corrective actions.
- Identify and address recurring operational failures with sustainable improvements.
- Oversee housekeeping to maintain hygiene standards, SOP compliance, and unit readiness.
- Manage transportation logistics including scheduling, fuel efficiency, vehicle licensing, maintenance, and safety.
- Ensure unit operations maintain high presentation standards and manage check-in/check-out processes.
- Supervise repairs and maintenance workflows, preventive schedules, vendor contracts, and emergency escalations.
- Provide administrative oversight to maintain a secure and functional office environment.
- Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports on performance, costs, incidents, and operational improvements.
Requirements
- Have a diploma or bachelor's degree in Operations, Hospitality, Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Possess at least 4 years of operational experience, including 2 years in management.
- Preferably have experience in hospitality, serviced apartments, property, or facilities management.
- Understand housekeeping, maintenance, transport, procurement, budgeting, reporting, and operational cost drivers.
- Demonstrate ability to lead teams, manage vendors, and resolve cross-functional operational issues.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact. The employer has not published a closing date.