Operations Director
10-15 years · R1.6m - R2.2m p.a. (indicative market range)
An Operations Director owns manufacturing performance across several sites, or across one large and complex operation, and reports to the COO or CEO. They set operational standards, lead plant managers and make sure the business delivers safely, on time and at the right cost.
What the role involves
- Safety, output, cost, quality and delivery performance across operations
- Leading plant managers and functional heads
- Operational budgets and capital projects
- SHEQ and legal compliance accountability
- Continuous improvement and industrial relations
What makes a strong candidate
A senior operations record across multiple sites or a large single site, strong people leadership, SHEQ accountability and measurable improvement results.
How PMG recruits Operations Directors
Confidential search and targeted approaches in comparable industries, with structured assessment and referencing. Candidates are introduced only on written consent.
Executive Search · Plant Manager
Read more about how PMG recruits for this role on our Operations Manager Recruitment South Africa page.
Salary ranges and role descriptions on this page are indicative and for general guidance only. They vary by employer, location and experience and are not a guarantee of any offer.
Typically Required
- Senior operations leadership track record
- Multi-site or large single-site experience
- SHEQ and compliance accountability
- Strong people leadership
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