Senior Operations Manager - Energy

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Relocation assistance

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Manager in Randburg to oversee energy production and distribution, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of facilities and assets. You will lead operational teams, drive performance improvements, and implement best practices in safety, environmental compliance, and resource management.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and experience managing large teams, with opportunities for career progression within a stable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• Master's degree or MBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of energy facilities to ensure production reliability.
• Develop strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance safety performance.
• Oversee and manage operational budgets and financial stewardship.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of operational staff and supervisors.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety, health, and environmental regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and project management teams to support operations and capital projects.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Decision making

Safety & environment

Team management

Budgets & cost control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical) or related field

Master's degree or MBA (plus)

Job description

Our client seeks a dynamic and experienced Senior Operations Manager to oversee energy production and distribution activities in the Randburg area. This leadership position is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of all assigned facilities and assets. You will manage operational teams, drive performance improvements, and implement best practices in safety, environmental compliance, and resource management. This role is crucial for maintaining operational excellence and supporting the strategic goals of the company within the energy sector in Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of energy facilities, ensuring optimal production and reliability.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance safety performance.
• Oversee and manage operational budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of operational staff and supervisors.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety, health, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and project management teams to support operational needs and capital projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical) or a related field.
• Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations management within the energy industry.
• Proven track record in managing complex operational environments and large teams.
• Strong understanding of energy production processes, maintenance strategies, and operational best practices.
• Excellent leadership, strategic planning, and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Relocation assistance may be considered for exceptional candidates.
• A challenging and rewarding role within a stable industry.