South Africa: 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. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of refinery operations, including production, compliance, maintenance, and team leadership to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality output. 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. Key Roles & Responsibilities: Environmental and SHEQ Compliance. Production and Operation Management. Maintenance Management. People Management and Leadership. Projects Management Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement. Production, Planning and Scheduling. Stock and Supply Chain Management Budgeting and Cost Control. Key Performance Indicators (KPIS) Monitoring Please apply online or contact David on 021 – 531 2015 for more information.