UASA – The Union Operational Manage

By | March 30, 2021

UASA – The Union Operational Manage

UASA – The Union

Operational Manager

  • Permanent
  • Full Time
  • Market Related
  • EE/AA, Non EE/AA
  • Published: 

EASY APPLY

Introduction

A position has become available for an Operational Manager to join our dynamic team, based in Durban (KZN).

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Representation of members in grievances, disciplinary hearings, conciliations and arbitrations;
  • Establish branches and communicate with members;
  • Maintain and increase the membership of UASA including activating inactive members;
  • Maintain and grow thresholds within various sectors;
  • Promote the image, functions and purpose of UASA;
  • Negotiate and consult with Management of Employers on behalf of Members;
  • Empower and retrain Shop Stewards (Representatives) of UASA;
  • Serve on relevant bodies and social structures, to represent the interest of our Members.

Desired Experience & Qualification

  • Post Matric qualification (Human Resources / Labour Relations) or equivalent experience (RPL);
  • 3 years’ relevant experience;
  • Computer Literate (Microsoft Office which includes Word, Excel & Outlook);
  • Advanced knowledge of and the ability to apply and interpret of Labour Legislation;
  • Knowledge of the workings of a trade union;
  • Extensive travelling will be required and therefore a valid code 8 (EB) driver’s license and ownership/use of a roadworthy and reliable vehicle is essential;
  • Reliable cell phone.

Skills:

  • Effective and empathetic communication;
  • Motivate Members and Branch Structures;
  • The ability to speak more than two of the official languages would be an advantage;
  • Effective and reliable representation of members.

Qualities:

  • Integrity;
  • Ethical;
  • Reliable;
  • Tactful;
  • Assertive;
  • Honest;
  • Trustworthy.