Head of Department - Operations

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES021133/SV

Date posted:

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:
A progressive company in the pump industry seeks a HOD - Operations to join the ranks of their Management team.

POSITION INFO:
A leader in heavy-duty slurry pumps, driven by innovation and a "do whatever it takes" mindset. We are seeking a Head of Operations to oversee Logistics, Procurement, Warehousing, Quality Control, Health & Safety, and Product Assembly.
This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in rotating equipment (preferably pumps), and experience managing large-scale manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have ERP proficiency (Syspro, SAP), strategic planning skills, and a track record of driving efficiency and quality. If you’re ready to scale operations and lead a high-impact team, apply today!

Education:

BEng/BSc/BTech in Mechanical
BEng/BSc/BTech in Industrial

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Achieving monthly invoicing/billing targets through efficient resource and supply chain management.
Maintaining gross profit margins by ensuring effective procurement practices.
Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations, including maintenance, certification of assets, housekeeping, and overall facility maintenance.
Upholding the highest standards of quality control, aiming for zero complaints/returns. Incoming products must pass QC to ensure outgoing products meet QA standards.
Accurate stock control and warehouse housekeeping.
Strong technical experience in rotating equipment, with a preference for pumps.
Experience working with ore processing plants and large Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) project houses.
Proven track record in managing a multi-disciplinary manufacturing facility with multiple departments and 100-200 employees.
Ability to scale operations in a fast-growing business environment.
Experience managing local and international suppliers, with a solid understanding of imports and exports.
Experience in managing operations across multiple countries or regions, including understanding different regulatory environments and cultural nuances.

Apply now!

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For more information contact:
Shaleen van Staden
Specialist Recruitment Consultant- Engineering

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