Plant Manager (HE PLANT)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee all daily activities and operations within assigned buildings and facilities.
• In collaboration with the Production Planning section, prepare and manage production
• schedules covering materials, components, facilities, labour, and equipment.
• Monitor production performance against the Master Production Schedule, report deviations,
• and implement risk mitigation actions.
• Escalate and resolve risks affecting safety, quality, or delivery commitments.
• Set and manage the operational overheads and labour budget / forecast.
• Control and monitor direct cost of manufacturing.
• Provide inputs and motivations for CAPEX budget allocations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, SHEQ systems, standards, and procedures.
• Recommend, motivate, and implement process and equipment changes via official
• modification and ECP processes.
• Lead or contribute to failure investigations and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure employees are trained, competent, and equipped for their tasks.
• Maintain discipline in line with company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Communicate and embed the company’s vision, mission, and values in daily operations.
• Adheres and implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Environmental/Energy.

• BSc / B. Eng/BTech Chemical Engineering.
• Postgraduate Qualification, Energetic Materials, would be advantageous.
• At least 5 years’ experience in the field of Engineering/Operations/Plant Management with a minimum of 2 years within a leadership/Plant Management role.
• Completion of Explosive Management Modules (Unisa Explosive Management Certificate) would be advantageous.
• Green Belt Six Sigma will be advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, good judgement and a decision maker.
• Effective leadership and communication abilities, with proven capability to operate at senior management level.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and commitment to safety compliance
• Must be prepared to work irregular hours.
• Good interpersonal and public speaking skills.
• Driven, confident, self-motivated and results orientated.
• Proficient computer skills –MS Office, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Project, SAP ERP.

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events