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Plant Manager

  • Johannesburg
  • Salary: R30 000.00 Per Month (Negotiable)
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Sectors: General
  • Reference: 78719

Apply before Feb 11 2026 | 31 Days left

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Unique Personnel

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Plant Manager to oversee plant operations, streamline production processes, and manage overall process flow. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical knowledge, a practical leadership style, and the ability to work in a demanding, industrial manufacturing environment.
The successful candidate must be operationally involved, adaptable, and willing to travel into Africa for extended periods as required.
Key Responsibilities

Manage and optimise plant operations and overall process flow
Streamline manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and productivity
Oversee daily production activities involving raw materials and bitumen
Ensure plant equipment is maintained and operating efficiently
Apply practical knowledge of mechanical and electrical components to troubleshoot and resolve issues
Maintain compliance with safety, operational, and quality standards
Lead by example in a hands-on manufacturing environment
Travel into Africa for periods of 2–3 weeks at a time, as required
Ensure continuity of operations during demanding production cycles

 

Candidate Requirements

Key Requirements
Experience & Technical Skills

Proven experience in a plant or manufacturing management role
Strong working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
Experience in process flow optimisation and operational streamlining
Comfortable working in a heavy industrial / manufacturing environment
Willing and able to perform hands-on operational work

Work Requirements

Prepared to work a 6-day work week
Willing and able to travel into Africa for extended periods
Leave entitlement: 15 days taken consecutively during the December Construction Shutdown
Willing to sign a restraint of trade clause

Personal Attributes

Practical, resilient, and solutions-focused
Strong leadership and accountability
Organised with excellent problem-solving ability
Comfortable working in physically demanding and non-clean environments
Reliable, committed, and process-driven

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