Plant Manager - Treatment

Compass; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A waste management company in Gauteng is seeking a motivated Plant Manager to oversee operations at its medical waste treatment plant. The ideal candidate will manage staff, ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain plant efficiency. A minimum of 5 years' experience and knowledge of waste treatment processes are essential for this role. This position may require occasional weekend or evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a waste treatment plant.
• Knowledge of medical waste regulations and best practises.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the operations of the medical waste treatment plant.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Oversee the disposal and treatment of medical waste materials.
• Train and supervise plant staff.

Skills

Strong leadership and communication skills

Understanding of waste treatment processes

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Strong problem-solving abilities

Electrical experience

Mechanical experience

Education

Matric

Certification in Waste Management

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and organised Plant Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our treatment plant. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the plant, managing a team of production staff and maintaining high levels of quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the operations of the medical waste treatment plant
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Oversee the disposal and treatment of medical waste materials
• Maintain records of waste processing activities
• Train and supervise plant staff
• Implement and enforce plant procedures and policies
• Monitor equipment performance and maintenance

Requirements

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a waste treatment plant
• Knowledge of medical waste regulations and best practises
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Must have a matric and a relevant qualification is an added advantage

Experience

Minimum of 5 years' experience in a waste treatment plant

Knowledge and Skills

• Understanding of waste treatment processes
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Must have electrical experience
• Must have mechanical experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Waste Management
• Experience working in the healthcare industry

Working Conditions

The role involves working in a medical waste treatment plant environment. It may require occasional weekend or evening shifts.