Senior Operations Manager - Power Generation

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Health, life & disability insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Senior Operations Manager for a major power plant near Randburg to lead safe, reliable day-to-day operations and optimize performance. You will oversee plant operators and maintenance personnel, drive safety and efficiency, and ensure regulatory compliance across the site.

The role requires an engineering background with 10+ years in plant operations, including 5+ years in management, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams toward ambitious

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in power plant operations with 5+ years in management.
• Proven track record in leading operational teams and achieving plant metrics.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day plant operations for optimal efficiency and output.
• Develop and implement procedures to enhance safety and performance.
• Supervise and mentor operations and maintenance teams.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
• Oversee department budget and financial planning.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance and admin to reach plant goals.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Power plant operations

Regulatory compliance

Safety management

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key player in the power generation industry, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Operations Manager for their facility near Randburg. This leadership role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the power plant. You will oversee daily operations, manage a team of plant operators and maintenance personnel, and ensure compliance with all regulatory and environmental standards. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in plant management and a deep understanding of power generation technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of day-to-day plant operations to ensure optimal efficiency and output.
• Develop and implement operational procedures and policies to enhance safety and performance.
• Supervise, train, and mentor the operations and maintenance teams.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental regulations, safety standards, and permits.
• Oversee budget management for the operations department.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and administrative departments to achieve plant goals.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical) or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in power plant operations, with at least 5 years in a management role.
• Proven experience in managing operational teams and plant performance metrics.
• Strong understanding of power generation technologies (e.g., thermal, renewable).
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and safety management systems is essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus package.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
• Significant responsibility and impact within a leading energy company.