Plant Manager

Minopex; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A mineral processing company is seeking an experienced Operations Manager for their Kroondal 1 Operations in Rustenburg. The role focuses on planning and managing operational activities to meet contractual obligations, drive continuous improvement, and exceed safety and environmental standards. Candidates should possess a degree in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering, along with 10+ years of experience in plant management. Strong leadership and operational efficiency skills are essential for optimizing plant performance and financial outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a Mineral Processing or Engineering environment at Plant Management level.
• For non-engineer candidates, must have carried a 3.1a legal appointment.
• English language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Interpret site objectives for adherence to organisational objectives.
• Ensure implementation of contractual requirements and maintenance standards.
• Provide leadership to maintain Health, Safety and Environmental standards.
• Monitor maintenance efficiencies to meet organisational objectives.
• Manage financial performance in line with budget.

Skills

Flotation experience

Computer literacy in MS Office

Knowledge of Legal Compliance

Knowledge of Technical Risk Management

Maintenance Management knowledge

Project Management knowledge

Presentation skills

Employee Relations and People Management skills

Time Management skills

Administration and Financial Management skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

Relevant Business Management qualification

Job description

Introduction

This position will be for Kroondal 1 Operations based in Rustenburg.

Description

The purpose of this position is to plan, direct and manage all operational activities within the Minopex area of responsibility to ensure adherence to contractual requirements, provide value‑add to the Client and continuously improve the service delivery according to organisational objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Interpret site objectives and needs across the business value chain to ensure the adherence to organisational objectives
• Ensure the implementation and adherence to contractual requirements
• Providing leadership to ensure adherence to Health, Safety and Environmental standards that exceed industry best practice and any applicable legislative / statutory requirements and all Company systems, policies and procedures
• Ensure the maintenance of Process Standards, Procedures and COP’s
• Manage the implementation and adherence to ISO and other quality related systems
• Ensure operations and maintenance management according to quality and quantity specifications, ensuring the implementation of the maintenance plan / program
• Monitor maintenance efficiencies to ensure the attainment of organisational objectives
• Provide technical direction and support to the operations team
• Ensure that agreed targets are achieved in the areas of plant availability, throughput and recovery
• Ensure that the plant remains fully optimised
• Financial performance, ensuring that process operating, maintenance costs and capital expenditure are in line with the budget
• Effective people management and training, ensuring that the team meets their performance objectives
• Create a culture of cohesive, high-performance teamwork
• Client liaison, interaction, and service
• Accurate reporting of costs, development and production schedules and forecasts

Qualification Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering
• Relevant Business Management qualification will be an advantage
• Valid driver’s licence code B, EB or C1

Experience and Skills Requirements

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a Mineral Processing or Engineering environment at Plant Management level
• For non-engineer candidates, must have carried a 3.1a legal appointment
• Flotation experience is required.
• Computer literate in MS Office
• English language proficiency
• Knowledge of Legal Compliance
• Knowledge of Technical Risk Management
• Maintenance Management knowledge
• Project Management knowledge
• Presentation skills
• Employee Relations and People Management skills
• Time Management skills
• Administration and Financial Management skills