Material Recovery Facility (MRF) Supervisor

About the role

Waste Mart (Pty) Ltd is seeking a motivated, hands‑on Material Recovery Facility (MRF) Supervisor to lead the daily operations of its growing recycling facility in Cape Town. The role involves overseeing a team that sorts, processes, bales and dispatches recyclable materials while maintaining high quality, safety and efficiency standards.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise daily MRF operations and manage a team of sorters, baler operators, forklift driver and bulk‑bag operators.
• Ensure accurate identification, sorting and weighing of recyclable materials and monitor stock levels.
• Plan and execute the daily and weekly baling schedule, coordinate outbound loads with customers and maintain dispatch accuracy.
• Inspect and maintain equipment, report faults and support preventative maintenance programmes.
• Drive continuous improvement by developing new methods to increase recovery rates, productivity and profitability.

Required profile

• Minimum Grade 12 qualification; technical or trade qualification is an advantage.
• 3–5 years supervisory experience in recycling, waste management, manufacturing or a similar production environment.
• Valid driver’s licence (forklift licence advantageous).
• Computer literate with experience using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Forklift operation
• Production reporting