Senior Power Plant Operations Leader (Relocation Support)

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

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