Head of Department

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES020792/SV

Date posted:

Friday, February 7, 2025

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:
Attention Engineering Leaders! Are you a driven Head of Department (HOD) with engineering expertise, ready to elevate your career? This is your chance to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact. Don’t miss out - apply today!

POSITION INFO:
A global leader in heavy-duty slurry pump design, manufacturing, and assembly is looking for a dynamic Head of Operations to lead its South African division. Reporting to the General Manager and Head of Global Operations, this role demands a hands-on leader with expertise in rotating equipment, supply chain management, and large-scale manufacturing. If you're ready to drive operational excellence in a high-impact role, this is your opportunity!

Education:

A technical qualification

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Oversee logistics, procurement, warehousing, quality control, health & safety, and product assembly.
Drive operational efficiency to meet monthly invoicing and billing targets.
Ensure profit margins through cost-effective procurement and supply chain management.
Maintain strict health & safety compliance, facility maintenance, and asset certification.
Implement quality control measures, aiming for zero complaints or returns.
Manage stock control and warehouse operations with precision.
Extensive technical experience in rotating equipment, ideally pumps.
Background in ore processing plants and EPC project houses is advantageous.
Proven ability to scale and manage multi-disciplinary manufacturing operations (100-200 employees).
Expertise in ERP systems (Syspro, SAP), the Labour Relations Act, and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
Strong strategic planning, problem-solving, and leadership skills to drive business growth.
Experience managing international suppliers and operations across multiple regions.

Apply now!

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For more information contact:
Shaleen van Staden
Engineering Talent Scout

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