Plant Manager/ Operations Manager

Hire Resolve; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Plant Manager for their Midrand and Tulisa Park sites. This hands-on leadership role focuses on driving operational efficiency while overseeing daily plant operations, ensuring compliance with legislation, and managing large teams. Candidates should have a Management-related Degree, 3 to 5 years in management, and strong logistics knowledge. The salary is negotiable, and the role promises competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Matric plus a Management-related Degree or Diploma.
• Valid Code 8 Driver’s License.
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a management position.
• Strong financial, logistics, and production knowledge.
• Working knowledge of EE, OSH, SHE, and BCE legislation.
• Experience in recruitment and handling IR matters.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate large teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations including production planning and logistics coordination.
• Ensure legal compliance with relevant legislation.
• Lead recruitment processes and manage employee relations.
• Direct and support operational teams across shifts.
• Monitor stock levels and plant upkeep.
• Drive continuous improvement in production quality and safety.
• Maintain control of plant assets, consumables, and reporting procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

People management

Team motivation

Education

Management-related Degree or Diploma

Management-related degree or diploma

Tools

Logistics Management

Job description

A client of ours in the recycling and manufacturing sector is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead operations across their Midrand and Tulisa Park sites. This is a hands‑on leadership role focused on driving performance, compliance, and operational efficiency across multiple facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations including production planning, logistics coordination, and maintenance management.
• Ensure legal compliance with EE, OSH, SHE, and BCE legislation.
• Lead recruitment processes and manage employee relations, including IR matters.
• Direct and support large, diverse operational teams across shifts.
• Monitor stock levels, dispatches, vehicle routing, and plant upkeep.
• Drive continuous improvement in production quality, efficiency, and safety.
• Maintain control of plant assets, consumables, and reporting procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric plus a Management‑related Degree or Diploma
• Valid Code 8 Driver’s License
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a management position
• Strong financial, logistics, and production knowledge (non‑negotiable)
• Working knowledge of EE, OSH, SHE, and BCE legislation
• Experience in recruitment and handling IR matters
• Proven ability to manage and motivate large teams

Key Competencies

• Excellent planning, leadership, and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal, problem‑solving, and communication abilities
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage under pressure
• Assertive, proactive, and committed to operational excellence

Salary: Negotiable

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Apply for this role today — contact Mariaan Smit at Hire Resolve or connect on LinkedIn.

You can also visit our website: hireresolve.us or email your CV to: [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically within 3 days if you are suitable for this vacancy. If not, we’ll keep your CV on file and reach out regarding future opportunities.