Automotive Plant Manager

Recruiter:

Profile Personnel

Job Ref:

2469515731

Date posted:

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Location:

East London, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Minimum Requirements

National Diploma or Degree in Engineering or equivalent
Minimum 10 years’ experience in a management position
Minimum 5 years management in the automotive experience

Key Performance Areas

Take responsibility for operations planning
Manage plant budgets
Take responsibility for manufacturing activities
Ensure customer requirements and quality standards are met
Ensure health, safety, security and plant maintenance regulations are met
Manage and supervise Department Managers
Set and ensure that operational targets are met
Manage overall resources of the business including people

Knowledge and Skills required

Leadership
Problem solving and decision making
Communication
Manufacturing processes
Understanding of quality systems
Business acumen
Relationship management with the Original Equipment Manufacturers

Note: Please ensure that you attach a certified copy of your ID and Qualification to be considered for this position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.

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