Operations Manager

Job Description

Create a clear and actionable plant production plan as aligned to the Mining Operations strategy.

Provide strategic leadership to Nitrates Operations

Direct and oversee all aspects of manufacturing operations including production planning process optimization and resource management.

Continuously evaluate plant operations for improvement opportunities.

Ensure the plant can keep running to meet the required output levels i.e. includes but not limited to development and execution of a plant reliability strategy and plan.

Define design and implement plant efficiency and effectiveness (process) improvements.

Manage Asset Care in the Nitrates complex

Ensure execution of strategies to drive manufacturing excellence focusing on improving efficiency productivity and cost-effectiveness.

Ensure execution and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and track manufacturing performance identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as necessary.

Drive initiatives to enhance sustainability and environmental stewardship for the plant.

Will have risk and legal compliance authority as appropriately delegated.

Develop accurate annual budgets and forecasts for capital and operational expenditures aligned with corporate guidelines and priorities.

Monitor and manage costs to ensure efficiency margin protection and long-term financial sustainability.

Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for the plant; ensure implementation and monitoring of mitigation plans.

Ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks policies procedures and systems across all operational and commercial activities.

Compliance to EHS standards as related to the Plant as a National Key Point.

Enforce compliance with SHE standards and drive a safety culture that supports zero-harm objectives.

Ensure safety and health sustainability and quality standards are maintained and minimize incidents.

Ensure compliance with Safety Health and Environment standards (incl assuming the necessary legal appointments).

Maintain legal and regulatory compliance to uphold the plants license to operate including adherence to company standards and applicable legislation.

Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure execution and delivery of operational strategies and plans.

Work closely with front-end sales marketing and technical teams to align on market trends customer needs and competitive opportunities.

Represent AECI Mining in engagements with regulators customers suppliers government entities and industry bodies to advance business interests and maintain corporate reputation.

Promote a culture of accountability engagement and excellence through performance management and recognition practices.

Mentor coach and develop direct reports and broader operational teams to build leadership depth and operational capability.

Qualifications & Experience

• Chemical or Engineering degree
• Knowledge of regulations relating to manufacturing and logistics
• Supply and demand planning knowledge
• 9 12 years production and manufacturing experience with 2 years senior operations management leadership
• Experience in operations of chemical or explosives plants
• Experience in world class manufacturing experience (Manufacturing Excellence)
• Experienced in production management
• Knowledge and application of key manufacturing systems and tools
• Technical knowledge of production
• Working knowledge of labour law
• Product and machinery knowledge
• Manager

Key Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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