Senior Chemical Plant Manager: Strategy, Safety & Growth

Placements24; Pretoria; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.800.000 - 3.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Executive package

Health benefits

Company car

Relocation assistance

Career growth

Retirement contributions

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Plant Manager to oversee operations at a major Pretoria facility. You will drive production, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives in a hands-on, on-site leadership role.

The ideal candidate has a chemical engineering background with 10+ years of progressive plant operations experience, including senior leadership and large-scale project oversight. Strong budgeting, compliance, and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering; Master's/MBA preferred.
• 10+ years in chemical plant operations with senior leadership experience.
• Proven track record in large-scale bulk chemical production and continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and environmental compliance.

Aufgaben

• Direct and manage all aspects of plant operations (production, maintenance, QC, EHS).
• Develop and execute strategic plans to meet production targets, cost efficiencies, and quality.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international chemical regulations.
• Lead and develop management teams to drive high performance and safety.
• Oversee capital projects to ensure on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Manage plant budget and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Implement and maintain robust process safety management (PSM) systems.
• Foster relationships with suppliers, customers, and local communities.

Kenntnisse

Chemical engineering leadership

Strategic planning

Leadership

Budgeting & cost control

Project management

Lean Six Sigma

Safety & compliance

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

Master's degree or MBA preferred

Tools

Capital project tools

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Plant Manager to oversee operations at a major Pretoria facility. You will drive production, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives in a hands-on, on-site leadership role.

The ideal candidate has a chemical engineering background with 10+ years of progressive plant operations experience, including senior leadership and large-scale project oversight. Strong budgeting, compliance, and stakeholder management are essential.