Description:
Pump and Abrasion Technologies (PABT) is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and assembly of heavy-duty slurry pumps. Our culture is deeply rooted in an entrepreneurial spirit and a "do whatever it takes" mindset.
Position: Head of Operations
Responsibilities: The Head of Operations will oversee the following departments:
• Logistics and Supply Chain
• Procurement
• Warehousing and Stockholding
• Quality Control
• Health and Safety
• Product Assembly
Key Performance Areas include:
• 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. Experience:
• 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 advantageous.
• 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
Requirements:
Skills :
• Proficiency in ERP software such as Syspro and SAP.
• Good knowledge of the Labour Relations Act.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Software Suites, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
• Professional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with other Heads of Departments and work as a team player.
• Strategic planning skills, with the ability to set goals aligned with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Exceptional decision-making abilities, with the capacity to identify potential benefits or risks before taking action.
• Master problem-solving skills to address unforeseen and sudden issues.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.
• Knowledge and experience in implementing continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
• Focus on maintaining strong relationships with customers and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge and experience in implementing sustainable practices and ensuring environmental compliance.
Other Skills:
• Analytical skills
• Project management skills
• Organizational skills
• Financial management skills
Legal 16.2 appointment is a legal appointment in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act) of 1993
Qualifications: Non-Negotiable
• B.Eng (Mechanical) at reputable University
• B.Tech (Mechanical) at reputable University
Added Bonus
• MBA
• Diploma in Project Management