General Manager (Mineral Processing)

Abantu Staffing Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent staffing agency based in Durban seeks an experienced Production Manager to oversee supply chain management and production targets. The ideal candidate will have a Production Management degree and at least 5 years of experience, particularly in regulated environments. Strong leadership, communication skills, and budget management experience are essential. The role includes direct reports and requires compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in managing a production department or similar.
• Management experience within a mineral processing environment.
• Experience operating in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage supply chain and raw material offtake agreements.
• Direct and manage production targets and company assets.
• Ensure safety compliance and manage third-party suppliers.

Skills

Strong team building expertise

Attention to detail

Problem solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Production/Operations Management degree/certificate/diploma

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Sage ERP

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Manage the supply chain and raw material offtake agreements, direct and manage production targets as well as company assets, and labour resources. Develop and manage capital and operating budgets to ensure cost effective production according to predetermined specifications while ensuring the safety of all employees and compliance with both environmental and NNR approvals. Manage third party suppliers, contractors and group affiliates to ensure a smooth operating and safe site.

The position reports to the CEO, has the following direct reports: Production Manager, Quality / Lab Supervisor and Maintenance Supervisor, and is supported by the HR Manager, Engineering Manager and HSE Manager.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Production/Operations Management degree/certificate/diploma
• 5 years’ experience in managing a production department, or similar output driven environment, with 2+years’ General Management experience advantageous
• Management experience within a mineral processing environment
• Experience in operating in a regulated environment
• Strong knowledge of warehousing and logistics principles
• Intermediate to advanced MS office knowledge
• Experience navigating and utilising and ERP system, preferably Sage
• Production/manufacturing budgeting experience
• Literacy and numerical abilities
• Experience in managing staff

Key Performance Areas

Management of:

• Production and Maintenance
• Labour
• Supply chain
• Warehousing and logistics
• Quality
• Health and safety,Environmental
• National nuclear regulation (NNR)
• Site
• Financial
• Reporting

Competencies

• Strong team building expertise
• Ability to develop strong internal and external relationships
• Ability to develop and nurture such relationships with suppliers and contractors to further the objectives of the company
• Resilience and energetic personality
• Initiative
• Organisational skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Performance under pressure & multi-tasking
• Ability to work with speed and accuracy