Production Superintendent PSP

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To optimise the production process and to continuously improve current practices, methods, equipment and processes in a safe manner, in order to exceed current production targets and reduce costs to the company

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of issue based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Section through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status

PEOPLE

Manage the Section:

• Ensure an enabling climate/culture
• Manage labour stability by minimising labour turnover
  • Labour complement in line with budget
  • Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Section
• Manage performance against set targets and competencies
  • Ensure IDP’s are linked to performance results and implemented as per plan
• Conduct career discussions and implement actions with all identified talent (quarterly)
• Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
• Conduct recruitment interviews

CUSTOMERS

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction
• Liaise and coordinate with Sites regarding the clarification and understanding of operational performance

BUSINESS PROCESSES

Production:

• Define and manage the overall Production Strategy for the plant
• set and achieve Production Budget
• set and achieve Production Quality

Maintenance Management:

• Jointly define annual maintenance requirements and planning with plant maintenance personnel

• Put systems and controls in place, that will ensure that the plant is maintained:
  • at specified performance and within prescribed technical & legal requirements,
  • that will permit a safe and environmentally acceptable operation, and
  • to meet the required production-rated capacity at minimum life cycle costs
• subscribe to excellent housekeeping

GROWTH

• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Manage the Section Costs

Minimum Requirements:

• B.Eng. / BSc. (Engineering) or Technikon Diploma
• 6 years’ relevant experience, preferably 2 years’ managerial experience