We're inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for this role that has arisen from one of Zimbabwe's top Mining Entity.

Here is what you will be doing:
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful applicant will among other key challenging aspects be responsible for:
 Directing and managing plant operations in terms of production, maintenance and quality.
 Coordinating plant activities through planning with sectional heads to ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner.
 Preparing and controlling budgets.
 Providing leadership and training to accomplish manufacturing goals and objectives.
 Engaging in Cross – Functional Linkages in order to ensure continuity of operation in the most efficient and effective manner.
 Ensuring plant capacity availability in terms of material, machinery, manpower, to meet market demand.
 Ensuring all systems and procedures are adhered to by the production personnel.
 Promoting a culture of innovation and continuous production process improvement.
 Ensuring the safety and proper discipline of all employees in the production department.

Here's what you will need to bring to the table (More is always appreciated):

The ideal applicant should possess the following minimum qualifications and attributes:
Education
 Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/Process Engineering or equivalent.
 An MBA though not a prerequisite would be an added advantage
 Professional Qualifications in World Class Manufacturing
Experience
 At least 5 years of working experience (managerial) in a similar environment
 Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements
 Background with manufacturing methods, process improvement programs.
 Exposure with managing a union environment