Vice President of Lithium Salt Plant in Zimbabwe and China

SPILASTYLE CC; Remote; ZAR 62 000 - 83 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international firm is seeking a Vice President to oversee lithium salt production operations in Zimbabwe and Jiangxi. Ideal candidates will have a deep background in lithium extraction technologies and extensive experience in the chemical industry, particularly in leadership roles. The role requires strategic thinking, cross-cultural adaptability, and the ability to drive production goals while fostering a safety-first culture. Competitive compensation tailored for professionals with Africa experience is offered.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years in the chemical industry, with at least 3 years as production director in a lithium salt factory.
• Experience with lithium salt plant operations, preferably in Africa.
• Proficient in process management and production data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Make production plans and ensure operational efficiency.
• Establish a safety culture and analyze customer complaints.
• Train and motivate team members for lean cost control.

Skills

Lithium extraction technologies

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Cross-cultural communication

Chemical production management

Education

Bachelor degree or above in mechanical, chemical or material related

Tools

Office software

Job description

Vice President of Lithium Salt Plant in Zimbabwe and China

The candidate is expected to have experience in the country where the company is located, or they can be from anywhere in Southern Africa. The company is looking for someone with a strong background in lithium salt production, ideally with experience in Africa, to oversee the production operations in Zimbabwe and Jiangxi.

Job Requirements

• Educational Requirement: College degree or above, Unified Enrollment.
• Work Experience: 8‑10 years.
• Experience in lithium salt plant operations, preferably in Africa.
• A solid understanding of lithium extraction technologies, such as lithium spodumene or lepidolite processes.
• A minimum of 8‑10 years in the chemical industry, with 3+ years as a production director in a lithium salt factory.
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking abilities.
• The ability to adapt to a cross‑cultural environment and work effectively in Southern Africa.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual Salary Range: ¥600K‑¥800K (12 months).
• Chinese with Africa experience, especially in mining, are welcome to apply.

Job Description Basic Information

Responsibilities

• Make production plan, coordinate the whole process operation, ensure that OEE, yield, cost and other indicators meet the standard.
• Establish a safety culture, promote the landing of the quality system, and lead the analysis and improvement of major customer complaints.
• Responsible for team building, training and motivation, promote lean cost control and cost reduction and efficiency.
• Optimize equipment management, implement TPM, introduce new technologies and processes, and promote automation and digital transformation.
• Coordinate cross‑departmental work and improve process standards, operating procedures and management systems.
• Complete other strategic tasks assigned by the General Manager.

Requirements

• 1. Educational background: Bachelor degree or above, major in mechanical, chemical or material related. (Can be relaxed to junior college).
• 2. Experience requirements: More than 16 years of management experience in chemical industry, more than 3 years as a production director in a 10,000‑ton lithium salt plant; full‑cycle management experience in preparation and commissioning of new factories to reach production standards; overseas management experience (especially in Africa) is preferred.
• 3. Professional skills: Proficient in lithium salt production process and process management; familiar with production data analysis, cost accounting and report management; holders of safety production related certificates are preferred; proficient in using Office software, can read equipment drawings.
• 4. Personal Qualities: Strategic thinking, execution and leadership; strong communication and coordination skills, able to adapt to cross‑cultural environment; strong sense of responsibility, rigorous style, strong ability to resist pressure.