Plant Manager Fertilizer Manufacturing – Douglas

SUMMARY:
The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall management of plant operations, including production, maintenance, inventory, safety, quality, and warehouse activities.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily production and plant operations.
• Oversee production planning, inventory, and raw material availability.
• Ensure effective maintenance programmes and equipment reliability.
• Maintain SHERQ, quality, and environmental compliance.
• Lead and develop production, maintenance, and warehouse teams.
• Monitor operational performance, reporting, and scheduling.
• Drive continuous improvement, productivity, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Coordinate with logistics, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• Minimum 5 years management experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of plant operations, maintenance, and production planning.
• Experience with inventory control and operational reporting.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Computer literacy (MS Office).

Advantageous

• Degree or NQF Level 7 qualification.
• Fertilizer manufacturing experience.
• SAP experience.
• Budgeting and cost-control experience.

Core Competencies

• Leadership and people management.
• Operational and strategic thinking.
• SHERQ compliance.
• Production planning and optimisation.
• Cost control and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.