Plant Manager

JustTheJob.co.za; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Durban is seeking a Plant Manager responsible for overseeing production processes and managing staff. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of three years of experience in production or construction management, and a Grade 12 qualification. Key responsibilities include stock management, personnel development, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring product quality. Applicants should possess strong communication skills and have a valid SA Driver’s License.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience in production/manufacturing management or construction management.
• Applicants must have a valid SA Driver’s License.
• Willingness to work extended/irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Conducting monthly stock-take of all raw materials and reporting on variances.
• Ensuring effective utilization and development of personnel.
• Ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Ensuring quality compliance of raw materials and products.
• Managing disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Compiling yearly budgets and controlling monthly.
• Maintaining sound relationships with customers.

Skills

Sound verbal, written and telephonic communication skills in English

Sound computer literacy (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and CE)

Energetic and flexible disposition

Sound organizational ability

Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team

Knowledge of Industrial Relations

Education

Minimum Grade 12 (Matric) qualification

Tertiary qualification in Production Management / Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Plant Manager - Durban

Location

NORTHERN REGION – OR TAMBO PLANT

Qualification

Minimum Grade 12 (Matric) qualification

A tertiary qualification in Production Management / Construction Management or Civil Engineering an advantage

Experience

Minimum three years’ experience in production / manufacturing management, or construction management

Skills

• Sound verbal, written and telephonic communication skills in English
• Sound computer literacy (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and CE)
• Energetic and flexible disposition, the ability to manage staff at all levels, as well as a high level of integrity
• Sound organizational ability and deadline orientated
• Ability and willingness to work irregular and extended hours
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team
• Knowledge of Industrial Relations

Other

Applicants must have a valid SA Driver’s License & may be required to work extended / irregular hours

Main Job Functions

• Conducting monthly stock-take of all raw materials and reporting on variances
• Ensuring effective utilization of personnel, development of personnel through internal training and identifying additional training needs
• Ensuring that all employees conform to safety and environmental rules and regulations
• Ensuring that delivered raw materials conform to quality and quantity specifications laid down by the company
• Ensuring that all batched products conform to technical specifications
• Ensuring that disciplinary and grievance procedures are followed
• Ensuring that suppliers meet necessary order requirements
• Ensuring that Sub-Contractors or own drivers meet the necessary delivery requirements, including liaison with customers, appearance and upholding of company image
• Compiling yearly budget and controlling it monthly and reporting on variances
• Ensuring sound relationships between customers and the company
• Ensuring a sound knowledge of new developments and future planning in his / her area of responsibility
• Ensuring that company assets are being maintained in accordance with a planned maintenance schedule and that maintenance is carried out timeously, in conjunction with the Maintenance Department
• Checking all customer sites prior to delivery to ensure safe and efficient access for trucks
• Checking all sites with pumping requirements to ensure planning is done correctly and liaising with the Pump Division
• Employment of production staff in conjunction with Operations Manager and Human Resources Department

Remuneration

Market Related

Application Process

Completed , together with a copy of ID, CV & copies of certificate to be faxed / emailed to 086 758 3359