Plant Manager 23 views

Job Summary:

The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the overall operations, production, and performance of Dugda’s two ready-mix concrete batching plants. This role ensures efficient production, compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and optimal resource utilization. The Plant Manager will also focus on strategic growth, business sustainability, and continuous operational improvement to enhance market competitiveness.
The role requires a balance between day-to-day operations and long-term strategic planning to drive efficiency, profitability, and sustainability while ensuring excellent customer service and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Planning & Business Sustainability:

• Develop and implement long-term strategies for operational growth, cost optimization, and market expansion.
• Identify and mitigate risks affecting the business, including supply chain disruptions, regulatory changes, and market fluctuations.
• Lead initiatives for business sustainability, including resource efficiency, alternative materials, and other construction practices.
• Work with senior management to analyze industry trends and position the company for future growth.
• Ensure business continuity by developing contingency plans for production disruptions.
• Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers, contractors, and industry stakeholders to strengthen market positioning.

2 Operations Management:

• Oversee daily production activities to ensure efficiency and minimal downtime.
• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) to optimize production processes.
• Ensure both plants operate at maximum capacity while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor and improve plant performance through data-driven decision-making.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.

3. Quality Control & Compliance:

• Ensure that ready-mix concrete meets local and international quality standards.
• Implement a robust quality control system to maintain consistency and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, environmental laws, and safety standards.
• Regularly assess production processes for improvements and innovations in mix designs.

4. Environmental & Sustainability Initiatives:

• Implement sustainable practices in batching plant operations, including reducing carbon emissions and optimizing water usage.
• Promote the use of eco-friendly additives and alternative raw materials.
• Ensure adherence to environmental regulations and best practices for waste management.

5. Financial & Cost Management:

• Prepare, manage, and control the plant’s budget to optimize profitability.
• Identify areas for cost reduction without compromising product quality.
• Monitor key cost drivers such as fuel, energy, raw materials, and maintenance expenses.
• Optimize inventory levels to reduce waste and improve cash flow management.

6. Equipment & Maintenance:

• Ensure preventive maintenance programs are in place to minimize downtime.
• Oversee equipment performance and initiate upgrades where necessary.
• Work with maintenance teams to improve asset reliability and lifecycle management.

7. Supply Chain & Inventory Management:

• Ensure uninterrupted supply of raw materials, including cement, aggregates, and admixtures.
• Establish strong relationships with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and reliable deliveries.
• Optimize material storage and logistics to minimize wastage and transportation costs.

8. Human Resource & Leadership Development:

• Lead, train, and develop plant personnel, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Implement workforce planning, succession planning, and skills development programs.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and team-building initiatives.

9. Customer Satisfaction & Stakeholder Relations:

• Work closely with sales and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of ready-mix concrete.
• Address customer complaints efficiently and maintain high service quality.
• Build relationships with key clients, contractors, and developers to secure long-term business.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Operational Efficiency:

• plant utilization rate (%)
• Production output vs. capacity (%)
• Downtime reduction (%)
• Quality & Compliance:

• Percentage of batches meeting quality standards (%)
• Compliance with safety and environmental regulations (pass/fail)

Financial & Cost Performance:

• Cost per cubic meter of concrete (ETB/m³)
• Budget variance (%)

Waste and material loss reduction (%)
Business Sustainability & Growth:

• Market share growth (%)
• Customer retention rate (%)

Safety & Environmental Performance:

• Workplace incident rate (%)
• Water consumption per cubic meter of concrete (L/m³)

Maintenance & Equipment Reliability:

• Equipment uptime (%)
• Preventive maintenance completion rate (%)

Customer Satisfaction:

• On-time delivery rate (%)
• Customer complaints resolution time (hours/days)

Client compliant Record (No of Complain)

Employee Development & Engagement:

• Training hours per employee (%)
• Employee turnover rate (%)

Location: Dugda Ready-Mix Concrete Batching Plants (Addis Ababa)

Reports To: General Manager

Department: Ready mix concrete supply unit

Education

• MSC/BSC in Civil engineering, structural engineering, COTM Engineering or Related field

Work Experience:

• Above 15 years of experience in preferably within the construction or building materials sector minimum 5 years in managerial position.