My client (FMCG) is seeking an experienced and hands-on Technical Headbased in Richards Bay.

JOB PURPOSE:

To develop and implement technical strategies towards delivery of equipment, processes and systems, in order to ensurerobust, reliable and safe plant operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Technology & Innovation

• Stay abreast oftechnological advancements in the industry.



• Formulate strategies for improvement of technical equipment, processes and systems towards robust and reliable plant operations, for further approval.

Policy & Procedure Formulation

• Compile and/or reviewpolicies and procedures.



• Monitor and ensure policy and procedure compliance.

Project Planning & Management

• Develop project plans for multiple projects and manage implementation.



• Formulate project schedules and resource allocation plans.



• Provide periodic project status updates.



• Compile and present comprehensive project reports.



• Facilitate project closure and evaluations.

Budget & Cost Control

• Formulate budgets for further approval.



• Directexpenditure and ensure budgetary compliance.

Contract Management

• Oversee negotiation and administration of contracts with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.



• Ensure that contractors meet service level agreements.

Plant Performance, Quality, Health, Safety, Quality, Food Safety and Environmental Compliance

• Provide guidelines on plant operational objectives, conduct plant performance assessments and direct relevant actions.



• Establish and embed quality control and food safety standards.



• Ensure compliance of operations, engineering, health and safety, environment and food safety processes to local legislation and group standards.



• Manage inspections, audits, reporting and record keeping processes.

Talent Management

• Identify, build and maintain a talent pool for plant production and technical services, and manage talent appointments effectively.

QUALIFYING ATTRIBUTES:

Qualifications

• BTech, BSc or BEng Degree in Chemical Engineering with specialization in Oil Technology.

Experience

• 8 years' production plant experience



• Working experience in maintenance of health, safety and environmental process



• Working experience in management of multi-disciplinary teams

Knowledge:

• Applicable legislation & Group standards

Skills:

• Strategy planning and implementation



• Project management



• Costing and budgeting



• Contractor management



• Stakeholder management



• Ability to function in a matrix reporting structure



• Leadership

REMUNERATION:

Salary:

• Market Related