Operations Manager Job Vacancy At AECI
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 plant’s 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.
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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
CLOSING DATE: 13AUGUST 2025
