Manager: Mill (Pulp and Paper)

Job description:We are hiring!  We’re on the lockout for a Mill Manager in Pulp and Paper to direct and control manufacturing, operational, and related activities within the designated process areas through the efficient utilization of resources to ensure maximum contribution to Sappi turnover and profit.  As a Mill Manager in Pulp and Paper, you will be responsible for: Focusing on industry developments in terms of current and future technical advancements  Reviewing and evaluating performance through reports and budgetary control. Systemically ensuring that all projects and programmes in the designated area are being executed in accordance with plans, schedules and within budget. Setting “stretch” objectives and targets to reduce all types of waste and to ensure department efficiency and delivery to budget. Reviewing operating performances based on world-class standards and indices Establishing, planning, motivating and executing asset replacement and capital spend Overall responsibility for legal compliance with regard to SOX, SHEQ, permits and trials relevant to the department. Performing annual budgeting and non-routine work (CAPEX) within a 1–3-year horizon. Directing activities of subordinates to maximise utilisation of human and material resources Leading special and technical investigations and analysis of areas of mill operations, as requested by the General Manager. Fostering improved communications throughout the organisation. Preparing reports of operations in the designated areas for the General Manager and senior staff covering legal, financial, compliance to permits, Human Resources and SHEQ.  What are we looking for?  NQF level 8 qualification (BSc. Engineering or related qualification) Completion of a Management Development Programme (MDP) or Executive Development Programme (EDP) will be considered advantageous  10 Years’ experience in the Paper Manufacturing environment 5 - 8 years of Management experience