Ground Operations Supervisor
2026-08-05T15:43:06+00:00
DHL
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FULL_TIME
Lusaka
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Professional Services
Management,Transportation & Logistics,Business Operations
2026-08-19T17:00:00+00:00
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Role Context
Responsible to supervise the Operations SVC shifts to ensure that the inbound or outbound material is delivered or collected and processed according to network standards. Also ensure that the GIMS and Global SOP procedures are followed consistently
Key Responsibilities
Responsible road operations from the stations to gateway and vice versa
Ensure that all schedules are adhered to in accordance with network and station requirements and continuously monitored
Ensure NMIV is updated within 15 minutes on arrival or departure
To develop contingency plans for existing and future routes to ensure that in case of emergency a minimum level of service can be provided
Ensure key risks are identified, communicated, understood, evaluated, prioritises and acted upon
Ensure that any risks are communicated to management and security
This process must be ongoing, thorough and highly visible to key stakeholders
Deliver outstanding leadership and motivation through:
- Appraisals
- One on One’s
- Coaching
Manage inbound and outbound, domestic and international sorting and bagging, ensuring these processes are executed safely, timely, accurately and in conformance with civil aviation, safety, airport and internal DHL security regulations
Ensure that no prohibited or restricted goods are presented for transport without prior arrangement and authorisation
Ensure that checks are done when the couriers return to confirm that all collections were made by using appropriate Debrief program/system
Ensure that handling unit ID and checkpoint information is created / captured accurately and timely, and is made available to the network
Ensure that all inbound shipments are scanned according to the checkpoint business reference guide and processed accurately and timeously
Minimum Requirements
Experience Required
Proven track record of managing risk
Proven track record of driving performance through performance management frameworks
Proven track record of serving internal and external customers & managing teams
Excellent Written & Verbal Communication skills
Operational Knowledge of Operations Scorecard and Global SOP
Good working knowledge of OHASA & Global SOP
Education
Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma In a related field
Good knowledge of DHL Operations systems
Valid driver’s license (Class C) – 2 years of driving experience
Excellent Written & Verbal Communication skills
3 to 2 years in a similar role
- Responsible road operations from the stations to gateway and vice versa
- Ensure that all schedules are adhered to in accordance with network and station requirements and continuously monitored
- Ensure NMIV is updated within 15 minutes on arrival or departure
- To develop contingency plans for existing and future routes to ensure that in case of emergency a minimum level of service can be provided
- Ensure key risks are identified, communicated, understood, evaluated, prioritises and acted upon
- Ensure that any risks are communicated to management and security
- Manage inbound and outbound, domestic and international sorting and bagging, ensuring these processes are executed safely, timely, accurately and in conformance with civil aviation, safety, airport and internal DHL security regulations
- Ensure that no prohibited or restricted goods are presented for transport without prior arrangement and authorisation
- Ensure that checks are done when the couriers return to confirm that all collections were made by using appropriate Debrief program/system
- Ensure that handling unit ID and checkpoint information is created / captured accurately and timely, and is made available to the network
- Ensure that all inbound shipments are scanned according to the checkpoint business reference guide and processed accurately and timeously
- Excellent Written & Verbal Communication skills
- Operational Knowledge of Operations Scorecard and Global SOP
- Good working knowledge of OHASA & Global SOP
- Good knowledge of DHL Operations systems
- Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma In a related field
- Valid driver’s license (Class C)
JOB-6a735a0a9312e
Vacancy title:
Ground Operations Supervisor
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Management,Transportation & Logistics,Business Operations]
Jobs at:
DHL
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, August 19 2026
Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, August 5 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Role Context
Responsible to supervise the Operations SVC shifts to ensure that the inbound or outbound material is delivered or collected and processed according to network standards. Also ensure that the GIMS and Global SOP procedures are followed consistently
Key Responsibilities
Responsible road operations from the stations to gateway and vice versa
Ensure that all schedules are adhered to in accordance with network and station requirements and continuously monitored
Ensure NMIV is updated within 15 minutes on arrival or departure
To develop contingency plans for existing and future routes to ensure that in case of emergency a minimum level of service can be provided
Ensure key risks are identified, communicated, understood, evaluated, prioritises and acted upon
Ensure that any risks are communicated to management and security
This process must be ongoing, thorough and highly visible to key stakeholders
Deliver outstanding leadership and motivation through:
- Appraisals
- One on One’s
- Coaching
Manage inbound and outbound, domestic and international sorting and bagging, ensuring these processes are executed safely, timely, accurately and in conformance with civil aviation, safety, airport and internal DHL security regulations
Ensure that no prohibited or restricted goods are presented for transport without prior arrangement and authorisation
Ensure that checks are done when the couriers return to confirm that all collections were made by using appropriate Debrief program/system
Ensure that handling unit ID and checkpoint information is created / captured accurately and timely, and is made available to the network
Ensure that all inbound shipments are scanned according to the checkpoint business reference guide and processed accurately and timeously
Minimum Requirements
Experience Required
Proven track record of managing risk
Proven track record of driving performance through performance management frameworks
Proven track record of serving internal and external customers & managing teams
Excellent Written & Verbal Communication skills
Operational Knowledge of Operations Scorecard and Global SOP
Good working knowledge of OHASA & Global SOP
Education
Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma In a related field
Good knowledge of DHL Operations systems
Valid driver’s license (Class C) – 2 years of driving experience
Excellent Written & Verbal Communication skills
3 to 2 years in a similar role
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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