Bilnor Staffing Solution's client in plant operations is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join their team based in the Witbank, MP
South African Citizens and those living the area will have preference.
Reporting to the Operations Director, this position is responsible for the overall plants / facilities management, operations and maintenance, whilst ensuring optimal operational plant performance and product production in accordance with set KPI's, product specification and quality conformance of the water treatment plant(s) within the area of responsibility.
This position will be based in Witbank.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Oversee and manage respective Plant Managers, Production & Maintenance teams within the area of responsibility
Ensure compliance to contractual quality and quantity KPI's for respective contracts
Ensure adherence and compliance to our and Client HSE standards on all sites
Take accountability for Safety Performance in accordance with the MHSA/OSHA legal appointment
Implement operational systems, processes, controls and reporting for respective plants / facilities
Maintain effective administration and control procedures to meet performance objectives, including financial control, HR/IR, procurement and stock control and stock management.
Identify continuous improvement and optimization initiatives and manage the implementation thereof
Accountable for the Overall area P&L : Implement and maintain Financial Control with Profit & Loss accountability for each plant and the area operations
Manage the monitoring and detail records and reporting on all aspects of the plant performance and respective processes
Monitoring of upgrade and expansion projects as well as plant performance improvement projects
Ensure efficient resource management of employees to ensure they can meet the set / agreed performance objectives
Responsible for client interface, correspondence and communication whilst ensuring client satisfaction by delivering a professional and high-quality service
Review Plant Reports and attend client meetings as required
Monitor plant health performance and pro-actively intervene to ensure plant availability is maximized and optimized
Responsible for effective communication and reporting to the Operations Director
Responsible for effective Contract Management and Contract Administration
Responsible for business development and growing the business with area of responsibility
Perform plant operational standby duties
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
Qualifications: B.Eng or BTech in Engineering (Chemical Engineering Qualification is preferred; Civil and Mechanical will be considered depending on relevant experience)
Minimum of >5 years' experience in advanced water treatment.
Experience in RO, UF, Precipitation and Clarification will be an advantage
Previous experience and proven track record as Plant Manager / Area Manager, will be an advantage
Good understanding of plant health and managing water treatment assets
Proven record of satisfactory prior experience and performance
High level of computer skills competency: Word, Excel, data base, PowerPoint and e-mail
Good communication and Interpersonal skills
Well skilled and experienced in performance and conflict management and resolution
Skills in planning, attention to detail and process troubleshooting
Ethical and responsible behavior
Innovative and accountable
Client interface and expectation management
Systematic approach to problem solving