Senior Chemical Plant Operations Leader | Exec Bonus

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus structure

Medical insurance

Pension plan

Incentives for performance

Leadership training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Chemical Plant Operations Manager for our Bloemfontein facility. You will oversee manufacturing, safety, quality, and maintenance, driving operational excellence and profitability in a complex chemical environment.

You will lead large teams, develop strategies, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering cost efficiencies and continuous improvement. This is an on-site leadership role demanding strong business and people skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field is required.
• Master's degree or MBA is a plus for leadership and strategic oversight.
• Minimum 10 years in chemical plant operations with 5+ years in management.
• Proven ability to lead large teams and manage complex operations.
• Strong knowledge of chemical processes, safety systems and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, decision-making and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day plant operations, achieving safe, efficient production.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity and quality.
• Oversee maintenance and reliability programs for all equipment.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety and environmental regs.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse plant team.
• Manage plant budget, P&L, and capital expenditure planning.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Safety management

Regulatory compliance

Financial acumen

People management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Master's degree or MBA (plus)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Chemical Plant Operations Manager for our Bloemfontein facility. You will oversee manufacturing, safety, quality, and maintenance, driving operational excellence and profitability in a complex chemical environment.

You will lead large teams, develop strategies, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering cost efficiencies and continuous improvement. This is an on-site leadership role demanding strong business and people skills.