Operations Manager - Energy Production

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Medical & retirement benefits

Professional development

Impactful role in Mahikeng region

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Operations Manager to oversee energy production facilities in Mahikeng. You will lead a team of operators and supervisors, optimize production processes, and ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

This role demands strategic thinking, strong leadership, and proven ability to manage budgets, drive continuous improvement, and deliver results in a heavy industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations management within the energy production or heavy industrial sector.
• Experience leading large operational teams and complex processes.
• Strong knowledge of power generation technologies, plant operations, and maintenance practices.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to implement continuous improvement initiatives and manage budgets effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of energy production facilities, ensuring smooth and efficient energy generation.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to maximize plant efficiency, minimize downtime, and reduce costs.
• Manage and lead a team of plant operators, technicians, and supervisors, fostering a culture of safety and high performance.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Monitor KPIs, analyze operational data, and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps.
• Manage budgets, resources, and inventory for the operations department.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Operational excellence

Problem-solving

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical) or Operations Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic Operations Manager to oversee their energy production facilities in Mahikeng. This vital role requires a leader with a proven ability to manage daily operations, optimize production processes, and ensure the highest standards of safety and efficiency. You will be responsible for leading a team of operational staff, managing resources, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of energy production technologies, and a commitment to operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of energy production facilities, ensuring smooth and efficient energy generation.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to maximize plant efficiency, minimize downtime, and reduce costs.
• Manage and lead a team of plant operators, technicians, and supervisors, fostering a culture of safety and high performance.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze operational data, and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps.
• Manage budgets, resources, and inventory for the operations department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical) or Operations Management.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations management within the energy production or heavy industrial sector.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large operational teams and complex processes.
• Strong knowledge of power generation technologies, plant operations, and maintenance practices.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to implement continuous improvement initiatives and manage budgets effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive performance-based bonus incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training.
• Key role in ensuring reliable energy supply within the Mahikeng region.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment with significant responsibility.