Refinery Plant & Operations Manager

Refinery Plant & Operations Manager - Meyerton

An independent Lubricant Producer and Waste Oil Re-refinery in Meyerton, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced and driven Plant Manager to lead operations at their Used Oil Re-refinery.

Skills and requirements :

• Degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Process Engineering (preferential).
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in refinery or petrochemical operations.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills, with the ability to create accountability and lead by example.
• Use ERP tools (e.g. MRP, BOMs, Routing) for planning and reporting.
• Implement digitalisation & automation initiatives, incl. SCADA & PLC systems for refining plant.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office & ERP systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 90001 & ISO 14001 standards.
• Ability to work in high-pressure, physically demanding environments.
• Adequate knowledge of business & management principles, budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation & HR.
• Ability to operate various plant & equipment including compressors, boilers, vacuum systems, crackers, distillation units, water treatment plants etc.

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