Wastewater Plant Manager — Cape Town Operations Lead

University of Fort Hare; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Cape Town seeks a Plant Manager (Wastewater) for a permanent position. Candidates should have a relevant technical diploma and at least 5 years of management experience in wastewater treatment. Key responsibilities include managing plant operations, ensuring compliance, controlling budgets, and maintaining quality management systems. Competitive market-related salary offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ operation, maintenance, and management experience at a Class B or higher WWTW.
• Ability to delegate and measure employee performance.
• Skilled in client relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Manage all plant operations and maintenance activities.
• Control budget and contractual requirements.
• Compile Monthly Plant Progress Reports.

Skills

Water and Wastewater Management

Managerial Skills

Computer Literacy on MS Office

Analytical Aptitude (Troubleshooting)

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Technical Diploma in Water Treatment, Civil / Mechanical or Process Engineering

DWS Class V Process Controller

Job description

A leading educational institution in Cape Town seeks a Plant Manager (Wastewater) for a permanent position. Candidates should have a relevant technical diploma and at least 5 years of management experience in wastewater treatment. Key responsibilities include managing plant operations, ensuring compliance, controlling budgets, and maintaining quality management systems. Competitive market-related salary offered.