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Contract type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Mining, Engineering & Operations
Focus: General Management & Consulting
Industry: Manufacturing and Production
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: No
Location: Durban
FULL_TIMEConsultant: Sebrina Grobler
Job reference: 51016063/001
Date posted: 19 March 2024
durban mining-engineering-operations/general-management-consulting 2024-03-26 2024-05-18 manufacturing-and-production Durban KwaZulu-Natal Durban ZA Robert Walters https://www.robertwaltersafrica.com https://www.robertwaltersafrica.com/content/dam/robert-walters/global/images/logos/web-logos/square-logo.png trueGENERAL MANAGER Salary: R1 mil - R1,5 mil Location: Must be based in Durban or Johannesburg - South Africa Willing to relocate to Durban Keywords: General Manager, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management, Contract Management An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and experienced General Manager to join a leading manufacturing business based in Durban. The successful candidate will have the chance to learn from a seasoned CEO, gaining invaluable insights into running a smooth and efficient operation. With a strong mechanical engineering background or qualification, you'll be at the heart of industrial manufacturing, customised to various sites and purposes. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a diverse team of 80 staff members, including operations, sales managers, project/site managers, and more. You'll be responsible for driving growth, ensuring a healthy pipeline of deal flow, and maintaining high standards of work. * Opportunity to lead and grow a diverse team of 80 staff members * Chance to drive growth and ensure a healthy pipeline of deal flow
What you'll do:
As General Manager, you will play an integral role in driving the success of our business. Your primary responsibility will be overseeing all aspects of the manufacturing process, ensuring that each project is completed on time and within budget. You will lead a diverse team of staff across various departments, fostering an environment of collaboration and mutual respect. Your strong leadership skills will enable you to drive sales and maintain a healthy pipeline of deal flow. You will also be responsible for maintaining strong relationships with our clients, ensuring their needs are met at every stage of the process.
What you bring:
The ideal candidate for this General Manager position brings a wealth of experience in the manufacturing industry along with a strong mechanical engineering background or qualification. You have a proven track record in project and contract management, with the ability to ensure that all projects are completed on time and within budget. Your strong commercial mindset and leadership skills will enable you to drive sales and maintain a healthy pipeline of deal flow. You are comfortable leading large teams and have a knack for fostering an environment of collaboration and mutual respect.
What sets this company apart:
Our client is a leading manufacturing business with a reputation for excellence. They offer an exceptional succession plan. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that values its employees and offers a supportive and collaborative work environment.
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