Job DescriptionOur client in Tarlton, Gauteng, has a permanent senior role available for a Strategic Engineering Maintenance Manager (Agriculture industry). This role is open to all South African citizens with a valid ID.This role will be responsible for developing and managing budgets, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Workshop while playing a key role in developing and implementing short, medium, and long-term strategies. This incumbent will be expected to review the Workshop workflows and determine strengths, weaknesses, operational effectiveness, and opportunities, eventually making recommendations based on internal and external factors to minimize risks and formulate plans to achieve an organization's long-term goals.This role will be responsible for developing and managing relationships with key vendors and suppliers. The Strategic Engineering Maintenance Manager will also continue the implementation and execution of the Strategic Asset Management Plan to ensure the business assets can successfully achieve their asset life cycles. The role will also be responsible for the oversight and collaboration of all capex projects to ensure they align with the business strategy for the future.Supervisory CapabilitiesTranslating Strategy into OperationsOverseeing the day-to-day Operations in the WorkshopDrafting and implementing performance standards for the whole Workshop departmentCreating processes for the smooth and efficient running of the Workshop departmentResponsibilities:Aligning departmental goals, processes, and resource allocation with the organizational strategy.Assessing supply chain vulnerabilities and making recommendations for improvement.Conducting analyses of operations data and making recommendations for improvement based on findings.Conducting research and analyses of operational effectiveness, processes, stakeholders, etc.Creating and implementing operational plans for an organization's activities, including making decisions about locations, budgets, staffing levels, and timelines.Develop and manage budgets for operational activity.Develop and oversee operational processes and procedures to ensure they are aligned with the company's strategic objectives.Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards.Evaluate current processes and make recommendations for improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.Evaluating current operational procedures, identifying inefficiencies and making recommendations for improvement.Evaluating employee performance.Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings.Implement new technologies and systems to streamline operations.Lead analytical efforts supporting our business teams in an unstructured environment to identify insights and improve decision-making.Manage and motivate a team of operations staff.Monitor KPIs and develop metrics to assess performance and identify areas of improvement.Monitoring and reporting on projects.Participating in strategic planning sessions with other members of management to discuss long-range goals and objectives.Planning and implementing strategies for controlling costs, reducing risk exposure, improving efficiency, and ensuring regulatory compliance.Prepare reports and presentations.Presenting findings, projections, and recommended actions.Research and stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices.Reviewing reports on supply chain activities to ensure that they meet company standards.Supporting and guiding senior executive decision-making processes.Supporting the development of long-term organizational strategy.Work closely with other departments to develop and implement new strategies and processes.Key SkillsBusiness Strategy DevelopmentMonitoring and EvaluationPeople ManagementProcess ManagementProject ManagementCompetenciesAnalytics Translation/InsightsContext InterpretationCulture and Workplace ChampionStrategy InterpretationRequirementsAdvanced Excel skills (maintain complex spreadsheets); SQL knowledge is a plus.Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.Experience answering unstructured business questions and work independently to drive projects and analytical tasks to conclusion.Expert communications and interpersonal skills.Proven track record of leading initiatives, hitting goals, and succeeding in a fast-paced team environment.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Development Studies, or related field or equivalent experience.5+ years of experience using data analytics to solve complex business problems.5 years of experience in a similar role, with a proven track record of developing and executing operational strategies.
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