Senior Plant Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Jean Fowlds Consultancy Full time

At Jean Fowlds Consultancy, we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Plant Operations Manager to join our team.

About the Role

We offer a competitive salary package in the range of $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, depending on experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Top-Notch Millwright with multi-skilled expertise in Fitting and Basic Electrical to take on a demanding role in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement plans for all manufacturing activities, ensuring optimal efficiency and productivity.
  • Set priorities for all jobs to be manufactured, aligning with company objectives and deadlines.
  • Maintain accurate records of work in progress, ensuring seamless operations.
  • Evaluate performance against set targets, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with key staff across various departments to optimize factory operations and improve workflows.
  • Utilize workforce effectively, allocating tasks and resources to achieve maximum capacity.
  • Analyze training needs within the workforce, providing guidance and support for development.
  • Participate in design and optimization of products and processes, contributing to cost-effective improvements.
  • Interact with stakeholders, including OEMs, engineering teams, and specialist sub-contractors, to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
  • Able to work flexible hours, including overtime and standby shifts as required, to meet operational demands.
  • Install, maintain, and repair a wide variety of equipment and machinery, adhering to safety protocols and industry standards.
  • Sets up and operates rigging systems, hoists, cables, chains, cranes, and pulleys to move, locate, and relocate equipment safely.
  • Read and interpret technical documents, including drawings, schematics, P&IDs, and OEM manuals, to inform procedures and fault-finding.
  • Provide recommendations on refurbishment, repair, or replacement of worn and defective parts or equipment.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, populating job cards with relevant data and building a record of maintenance history.
  • Implement corrective actions learned from analysis and evaluation.
  • Maintain minimum stock levels of critical spares and consumables, ensuring continuity of operations.
  • Manage plant assets, including tools, vehicles, and equipment, to optimize performance and efficiency.
  • Lead a small team of technical assistants through effective delegation and regular inspections.
Requirements
  • Matriculation Certificate or equivalent.
  • At least 4-6 years post-qualification experience in a manufacturing environment, with a solid track record of achievement.
  • Relevant Production Management diploma or degree will be advantageous.
  • Recognized Millwright Trade Certificate, with multi-skilled expertise in Fitting and Basic Electrical (acquired through recognized apprenticeship).
  • Minimum of 4-6 years of relevant work experience in industrial plants, with valid driver's license and own transport required.
  • Experience in electrical, instrumentation, mechanical, pneumatics, and utilities, particularly in a factory plant environment.
  • BASIC understanding of SCADA & PLC system (No programming skills required).


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