General Manager Plant - Cement (Manufacturing)

Monroe Consulting Group; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 1,800,000,000 - 3,000,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia, an Executive Recruitment firm, is partnering with a leading Cement Manufacturing Company in Indonesia to appoint a General Manager Plant based in Jakarta. This senior leadership role oversees the integrated cement plant, driving operational excellence, business performance, and long-term growth.

Reporting to the Board, the GM Plant leads production, engineering, maintenance, quality, logistics, HSE and infrastructure, builds high-performing multicultural teams,

Qualifications

• Strong strategic and operational leadership experience.
• Proven track record in large-scale manufacturing operations.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Board of Directors and provide regular performance updates.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for growth and excellence.
• Oversee production, engineering, maintenance, quality, logistics, and HSE.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost optimization across the plant.
• Build and develop a high-performing, multicultural leadership team.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Executive leadership

Operational excellence

Multicultural teamwork

Budgeting & P&L

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Advanced qualifications in Engineering/Manufacturing/Operations

Tools

MIS

Job description

Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia, an Executive Recruitment firm, is partnering with a leading Cement Manufacturing Company in Indonesia to appoint a General Manager Plant. Based in Jakarta, this senior leadership role is responsible for overseeing the overall operation of an integrated cement plant, driving operational excellence, business performance, and long-term growth.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the General Manager Plant will provide strategic and operational leadership across all plant functions, including production, engineering, maintenance, quality, logistics, HSE, and infrastructure. The successful candidate will be a seasoned cement industry professional with extensive experience managing large-scale manufacturing operations and leading high-performing, multicultural teams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Executive Leadership

• Report directly to the Board of Directors and provide regular updates on operational and business performance.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to support sustainable business growth and operational excellence.
• Establish, implement, and continuously improve company policies, systems, and operational procedures.
• Provide clear leadership and direction to ensure alignment between business objectives and plant operations.
• Represent the company in engagements with customers, stakeholders, government authorities, and industry partners.

Plant Operations Management

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the integrated cement manufacturing plant.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production while meeting quality and output targets.
• Supervise all operational functions, including:
  • Production
  • Engineering
  • Maintenance & Repairs
  • Quality Control & Quality Assurance
  • Transportation & Logistics
  • Central Operations & Dispatch
  • Management Information Systems (MIS)
  • Security
  • Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
• Maintain a hands-on management approach across factory operations, infrastructure projects, and plant development initiatives.

Financial & Performance Management

• Lead operational and financial planning activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Monitor and control operational costs while optimizing production efficiency and profitability.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement performance monitoring systems.
• Review operational performance regularly and implement corrective actions to ensure business objectives are achieved.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reliability, and operational effectiveness.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Implement best practices and process improvement initiatives across all plant functions.
• Lead operational transformation programs to improve efficiency, quality, and cost performance.
• Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance programs are effectively executed to maximize equipment reliability.
• Drive a culture of accountability, operational discipline, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Team Leadership & Organizational Development

• Build, develop, and retain a strong executive and management team.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance culture within a multicultural environment.
• Coach and mentor senior leaders and department heads to strengthen organizational capability.
• Promote teamwork, employee engagement, and leadership development across the operation.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, industry standards, and corporate governance requirements.
• Maintain world-class standards in health, safety, environmental management, and operational risk management.
• Ensure plant operations meet quality, environmental, and sustainability objectives.

Key Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Advanced qualifications in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or Business Administration will be an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 15-20 years of experience within the cement manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience in senior operational leadership positions within integrated cement plant operations.
• Previous experience as General Manager Plant, Plant Director, Operations Director, Manufacturing Director, or an equivalent leadership role is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale manufacturing operations with full P&L accountability.

Technical Expertise

• Strong understanding of integrated cement manufacturing processes and operations.
• Extensive experience managing:
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Production Operations
  • Engineering
  • Maintenance & Reliability
  • Transportation & Logistics
  • Central Dispatch & Operations
  • Quality Assurance & Quality Control
  • Plant Infrastructure
  • HSE Management
  • Operational Excellence Programs
• Strong business acumen with a focus on operational performance and continuous improvement.

Leadership Competencies

• Exceptional leadership and team-building abilities.
• Proven capability to lead diverse and multicultural teams.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership and board members.
• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities with a results-driven approach.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage complex operational challenges.

Language Skills

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong presentation and executive communication skills.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a highly accomplished cement industry executive with a strong track record of leading integrated manufacturing operations. They possess deep technical expertise, strong commercial awareness, and exceptional leadership capabilities. With extensive experience managing production, maintenance, engineering, quality, logistics, and HSE functions, they can drive operational excellence while building high-performing teams and delivering sustainable business growth.