Head of Manufacturing and Projects

4 days ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Innovative Recruitment Full time
Head of Manufacturing and Projects

The Head of Manufacturing and Projects will be responsible for leading a holistic approach to engineering projects, capex, maintenance, utilities & asset care, while ensuring health, safety & environmental responsibility.

Main Responsibilities
  • Drive maintenance improvements through data analysis and stakeholder relationships.
  • Manage capital expenditure and lead capital projects across businesses/categories.
  • Develop strategies to improve engineering services, performance and operational efficiency.
  • Asset care plan and lifecycle management.
  • Responsible for the development and implementation of strategic plans.
  • Utilities and energy efficiency management strategy to maintain/reduce energy costs.
  • Approve engineering designs to meet desired compliance with engineering principles and standards.
  • Perform inspections/audits to ensure proper procedures are followed.
  • Responsible for all safety, health and environmental aspects related to projects and improve/maintain all systems and standards.
  • Control budget for relevant overhead and project expenditure.
  • Manage engineering stores.
  • Assist a team of plant engineers.
Essential Requirements
  • Tertiary engineering qualification essential (B Tech, B Sc Eng or similar).
  • Factory government certificate of competence.
  • 5-10 years of experience in maintenance management (3 in corporate project engineering team).
  • Successful track record in Managing Engineering within an FMCG environment.
  • Hands-on engineering background - mechanical/process.
  • Strong analytical skills and a holistic approach to developing initiatives.
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and a track record of good stakeholder relationship management.
  • Solid People Management and Capex Project Management experience.


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