Power Plant Operations Manager

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Life cover

Company vehicle or allowance

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced Power Plant Operations Manager to oversee daily operations at a major independent power facility. You will lead operators and maintenance staff, ensure safe, reliable performance, and drive efficiency in a hybrid role balancing on-site presence with strategic planning.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical or electrical engineering background, 8+ years in power plant ops, and at least 3 years in supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• Master's degree or relevant professional certifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of daily power plant operations, ensuring maximum efficiency and reliability.
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Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree or relevant professional certifications advantageous

Tools

Plant control systems

Performance monitoring software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major independent power producer, is seeking a highly experienced Power Plant Operations Manager to oversee operations at their facility near Randburg, Gauteng. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the power generation facility. You will manage a team of skilled operators and maintenance staff, optimize plant performance, and ensure compliance with all environmental and safety regulations. This hybrid position requires a strong presence at the plant, balanced with strategic planning and administrative duties that can be managed remotely. This is a key position for an individual with a proven track record in power plant management within the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of daily power plant operations, ensuring maximum efficiency and reliability.
• Manage and mentor the operations and maintenance teams, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement operational procedures and best practices to meet or exceed production targets.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor plant performance, identify and resolve operational issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage the plant's budget, including operational expenses and capital expenditure planning.
• Oversee fuel management, emissions control, and waste disposal processes.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to schedule and execute planned and unplanned outages.Ensure compliance with all permits and licensing requirements.
• Prepare operational reports and performance analyses for senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• A Master's degree or relevant professional certifications are advantageous.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in power plant operations, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
• In-depth knowledge of power generation technologies (e.g., thermal, renewable, combined cycle).
• Proven experience in managing operational budgets and optimizing plant efficiency.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations, environmental compliance, and operational risk management within the energy industry.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Experience with plant control systems and performance monitoring software.
• Ability to balance on-site operational demands with hybrid administrative and strategic responsibilities.
• Must be able to work near Randburg, Gauteng.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package of R .
• Comprehensive benefits including medical aid, pension fund, and life cover.
• Opportunities for leadership development and career advancement within the energy sector.
• A significant role in ensuring stable energy supply.
• Performance-related bonuses.
• Company vehicle or allowance.
• Work in a challenging and dynamic operational environment.