Operations Manager - Gas Processing Plant

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Housing allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Leadership role in a growing sector

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead a critical gas processing plant in Upington. You will ensure safe, efficient, and profitable operations, manage production, maintenance, and personnel, and drive performance in a demanding oil and gas environment.

The role requires a chemical or mechanical engineering background, 10+ years in operations with 5+ in management, and a proven track record in safety, maintenance, and budget control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years in plant operations, with 5+ years in management within Oil & Gas.
• Proven gas processing or petrochemical operations experience.
• Strong understanding of operations, maintenance, and safety management systems.
• Excellent leadership and financial management skills.
• Ability to manage complex operations and diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day gas processing plant operations.
• Develop and implement strategies to meet production, quality, and cost objectives.
• Oversee maintenance to ensure asset integrity and minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead plant personnel and foster a high-performance culture.
• Develop and manage operational budgets to maximize profitability.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reliability.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a critical gas processing plant in Upington . This senior role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of the facility, managing all aspects of production, maintenance, and personnel. You will ensure the plant meets production targets, adheres to strict safety and environmental standards, and operates within budget. This is a leadership opportunity within the Oil & Gas sector , requiring a strong understanding of gas processing technologies, operational excellence, and effective team management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the gas processing plant, ensuring optimal performance.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to meet production, quality, and cost objectives.
• Oversee maintenance activities to ensure asset integrity and minimize downtime.
• Ensure strict compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage plant personnel, including engineers, technicians, and operators, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Develop and manage operational budgets, controlling costs and maximizing profitability.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant efficiency and reliability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in plant operations, with at least 5 years in a management role within the Oil & Gas industry .
• Proven experience in gas processing or related petrochemical operations.
• Strong understanding of operational processes, maintenance strategies, and safety management systems.
• Excellent leadership, strategic planning, and financial management skills.
• Ability to manage complex operations and diverse teams effectively.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Relocation assistance and housing allowance may be provided.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and retirement plans.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement in a growing sector.
• Chance to lead a vital operational facility in the Oil & Gas industry .