Plant Manager at BlueBrain Services Ltd

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Plant Manager to oversee the daily operations, maintenance, and performance of our manufacturing plant.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring optimal plant efficiency, equipment reliability, compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and the effective management of production and maintenance teams.
• The ideal candidate is an Electrical/Electronics Engineer with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in plant operations and maintenance.
• The candidate must possess valid COREN and NEMSA certifications and demonstrate strong leadership, technical, and problem-solving abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the manufacturing plant to ensure maximum productivity and efficiency.
• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance schedules for all plant equipment.
• Monitor plant performance and identify opportunities for process improvement and cost optimization.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate plant personnel to drive high performance and accountability.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime and production interruptions.
• Ensure electrical installations, maintenance activities, and operations comply with NEMSA regulations and industry standards.
• Prepare operational reports, maintenance records, and performance analyses for management.
• Develop and monitor plant budgets, maintenance costs, and resource utilization.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, Procurement, and Engineering teams to achieve operational objectives.
• Manage inventory levels for spare parts, tools, and maintenance materials.
• Investigate equipment failures and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure all plant assets are properly maintained and utilized effectively.

Job Requirements
Applicants must possess:

• A Bachelor's Degree (B.Eng. or B.Sc.) in Electrical/Electronics Engineering.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in plant management, plant maintenance, or manufacturing operations.
• Valid COREN Registration (Compulsory).
• Valid NEMSA Certification/Licence (Compulsory).
• Proven experience managing electrical systems, industrial equipment, and plant maintenance.
• Strong understanding of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams.

Required Skills:

• Plant Operations Management
• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
• Electrical Systems Management
• Industrial Equipment Maintenance
• Leadership & Team Management
• Production Planning
• Root Cause Analysis
• Troubleshooting & Fault Diagnosis
• Budget Management
• Project Management
• Quality Management Systems
• Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Compliance
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation
• Inventory & Asset Management
• Process Improvement
• Excellent Communication & Report Writing
• Decision-Making & Problem-Solving
• Time Management
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS experience is an advantage)

Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering.
• COREN Registration (Mandatory).
• NEMSA Certification/Licence (Mandatory).
• Additional certifications in Project Management, HSE, Maintenance Management, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience managing plant operations or industrial maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience supervising technical teams and ensuring operational excellence.
• Experience in electrical installations, industrial automation, or manufacturing systems is highly desirable.

Personal Attributes:

• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making ability.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proactive and results-driven.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.