Job Description/Duties:
Operational & Production Management
•Oversee and optimize production processes in crushing and ready-mix plants.
•Ensure operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality standards.
•Implement best practices for plant maintenance and reliability.
•Design and implement structured operational workflows to improve efficiency.
Business Development & Client Relations
•Identify and develop new business opportunities within the construction materials market.
•Maintain strong relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and industry partners.
•Drive strategic initiatives to expand market presence and profitability.
•Work procurement, contribute to tender or negotiation process. Ensure work is obtained at correct margin levels.
Safety & Compliance
•Ensure full compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
•Develop and enforce safety protocols to mitigate risks and improve workplace safety.
•Oversee audits, inspections, and regulatory requirements.
Financial & Resource Management
•Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial targets for the division.
•Optimize resource allocation, inventory management, and cost control.
•Analyse financial reports and implement strategies to improve profitability.
People Leadership & Development
•Build, develop, and lead high-performing teams across multiple sites.
•Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork.
•Ensure effective workforce planning, training, and succession planning.
•Training and mentorship capabilities, ensuring training is conducted and carried out as per requirements from a strategic point of view.
Strategic Leadership and Vision
•Ability to develop and execute long-term strategies for the division, ensuring alignment with the company's broader goals.
•Demonstrates a forward-thinking approach to anticipate industry trends and drives innovation within the construction materials division.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
•Fosters a culture of innovation by encouraging new ideas and driving the implementation of cutting-edge technologies, materials, and practices.
•Supports research and development initiatives, ensuring that the division stays at the forefront of construction material innovations.
Integrity and Ethical Leadership
•Maintains the highest ethical standards in business dealings, ensuring transparency and accountability in all operations.
•Cultivates a culture of honesty, respect, and trust within the team and with external stakeholders.
•Takes ownership of compliance with industry regulations, environmental sustainability practices, and ethical procurement standards.
Results-Oriented and Goal-Driven
•Demonstrates a strong focus on performance, setting clear goals, monitoring progress, and holding the team accountable for delivering results.
•Ensures that key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, quality, and profitability are met or exceeded.
Team Building and Talent Development
•Leads by example and inspires a high-performing team to achieve excellence.
•Mentors and develops talent within the division, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Risk Management and Problem-Solving
•Proactively identifies potential risks in operations, supply chains, and project timelines, and implements mitigation strategies.
•Possesses a strong ability to resolve complex issues with creativity and pragmatic solutions, ensuring minimal disruption to project delivery.
Communication and Influencing Skills
•Communicates clearly and effectively at all levels, presenting complex ideas in a concise and compelling manner.
•Influences decision-making across the organization with data-driven insights and strategic recommendations.
•Promotes a transparent communication culture that encourages collaboration, feedback, and alignment.
Minimum Requirements:
Qualifications:
•B-Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical) or similar fields.
•A Business Degree (Postgraduate Diploma/MBA) will be advantageous.
•Project Management and Commercial Training Courses.
Experience:
•Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior management role, preferably within the construction materials industry (crushing, ready-mix, aggregates, or related).
•Proven track record of managing complex operations, including production, safety, financial performance, and client relations.
•Practical experience with plant operations, production processes, and maintenance.
•Strong leadership and business development experience.
•Experience in building and leading high-performance teams and structuring effective operational systems.
Please mail your CV to hr3 (at) peopledimension (dot) co (dot) za
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks, if you do not hear from us by then your application for this position was unsuccessful, but you have been added to our database for future vacancies.
PEOPLE DIMENSION believes that every successful Brand is shaped by Great People who deliver on the promise they make. PEOPLE DIMENSION is a Recruitment agency committed to seek greatness in the South African job market. Skills attraction is our passion and building trusted partnerships with both our clients and applicants our priority. PEOPLE DIMENSION prides us on providing a personalized and delivery-focused recruitment function across all industries. Our Services include both permanent and contract placements, in the following specialist areas; Information Technology Engineering Finance Office Support Insurance Marketing & Sales A clear understanding of our clients’ business and corporate culture is the starting point of every successful placement we make. Our extensive industry knowledge and more than 11 year presence within the recruitment industry, enables us to find and introduce South Africa’s top talent to our clients. We also believe in continuous follow up on the progress of the candidate we have placed as well as the level of both our client’s and candidate’s satisfaction with our service. PEOPLE DIMENSION adheres to the APSO Constitution and Code of Ethics and is therefore very serious in complying with the requirements of South Africa’s Labour legislation. We are also a Level 4 BEE Contributor. Integrity and Service excellence is our promise to you. We invite you to choose PEOPLE DIMENSION as your recruitment partner.
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