Sawmill Manager

Recruiter:

Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref:

E.L000707/BG

Date posted:

Friday, July 29, 2022

Location:

Stutterheim, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable

SUMMARY:
Opportunity Available! Our well known client in the Forestry sector is looking to employ a Sawmill Manager to join their team in Stutterheim.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Description:

Planning, controlling, and managing operations & all other aspects of the entire Sawmill site.
Manage and improve the performance, productivity, efficiency, and financial performance of the division through the provision & implementation of effective methods and strategies.
Formulating and implementing policies and procedures to maximise output and reduce risk.
Managing and motivating all staff in accordance with labour laws and company policies.
Ensuring that all vehicles, machinery, plant and equipment are maintained, and preventative maintenance scheduling enforced.
Ensuring a high-level housekeeping standard on the site.
Maintain a safe and secure work environment for all exposed to the Sawmill operations.
Responsible for all infrastructure within area of responsibility.

Job Requirements:

A relevant tertiary qualification.
Competent in Microsoft applications.
- Ability to communicate in both English and Xhosa.
Minimum of 10 years’ experience operating within a manufacturing and production intensive environment (Sawmilling related would be preferred).
A minimum of 3 years of the above period to have been in a Senior Management role with exposure to the following key performance areas:
- Leading performance of a team by setting high performance standards and continuous management aligned to achieving specific goals;
- Legislative compliance and risk mitigation;
- Formulating, guiding and implementation of operational standards driven by the achievement of company strategic objectives and return on investment;
- Managing operational support departments as well as preparation and implementation of budgets;
Experienced in developing and implementing production plans, process controls & quality controls.
Experienced in planning and implementing technological upgrades.
Strong decision-making ability and accepting accountability for decisions.
Financially literate and familiar with financial reporting systems and corporate business processes.
Knowledgeable and current on basic labour legislation.
A sound ability to manage and motivate people and to develop and maintain effective relationships across cultures.

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