Senior Operations Manager - Energy Facilities

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Leadership development

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to oversee energy facility operations in the Soweto region. You will lead a team of operational staff, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable asset performance in a demanding industrial setting.

The role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and strong leadership, with focus on SOP development, performance monitoring, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize downtime and maintain asset integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical), Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations management within the energy industry (power generation, O&G, utilities).
• Proven track record in managing operational teams and driving performance improvements.
• Strong understanding of industrial safety regulations and environmental compliance.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Experience with SCADA systems and operational data analysis is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of energy facilities, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Manage operational staff, including scheduling, training, performance evaluation, and development.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance efficiency and safety.
• Monitor operational performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage operational budgets, control costs, and ensure efficient resource utilization.
• Liaise with maintenance, engineering, and management teams to ensure seamless operations and asset integrity.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

SCADA systems

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

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

Operations Management related qualification

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant operator in the energy sector , is seeking a results-driven Senior Operations Manager to oversee their facilities in the Soweto region. This role is critical for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of energy generation or distribution assets. You will lead a team of operational staff, manage day-to-day activities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance and minimize downtime. This position requires strong leadership, technical acumen, and a deep commitment to operational excellence and safety within a demanding industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of energy facilities, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Manage operational staff, including scheduling, training, performance evaluation, and development.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance efficiency and safety.
• Monitor operational performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage operational budgets, control costs, and ensure efficient resource utilization.
• Liaise with maintenance, engineering, and management teams to ensure seamless operations and asset integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical), Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations management within the energy industry (power generation, O&G, utilities).
• Proven track record in managing operational teams and driving performance improvements.
• Strong understanding of industrial safety regulations and environmental compliance.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Experience with SCADA systems and operational data analysis is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for leadership development and career progression.
• A challenging and rewarding role contributing to critical energy services.
• Work within a stable and growing industry with strong future prospects.