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Plant Manager | Automotive Manufacturing Jobs in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Plant Manager | Automotive Manufacturing
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Recruiter:
Greys Personnel
Job Ref:
DBN003458/SM
Date posted:
Friday, March 27, 2026
Location:
Durban, South Africa
SUMMARY:
A well-established manufacturing business within the automotive components sector is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead its local production facility.
This is a hands-on leadership role for a manufacturing professional who enjoys driving performance, improving processes, and leading teams in a fast-paced production environment.
POSITION INFO:
What the role involves:
- Full ownership of plant operations (production, maintenance, support functions)
- Driving output to meet customer demand and business targets
- Leading continuous improvement and cost optimisation initiatives
- Ensuring high standards across quality, safety, and environmental compliance
- Managing and developing production teams
- Overseeing budgets, performance tracking, and operational reporting
- Coordinating with supply chain and logistics to ensure smooth operations
- Supporting sustainability initiatives, including energy and waste management
What we’re looking for:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
- 10+ years’ experience in an automotive manufacturing plant environment
- Proven experience in a plant or operations management role
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality systems
- Experience within regulated manufacturing environments in South Africa
- Strong analytical and decision-making ability
Your benefits:
- Competitive remuneration package with performance-based incentives
- Opportunity to lead a key manufacturing facility within a global organisation
- Exposure to international operations and potential travel
- High-impact role with direct influence on operational performance
If you are a results-driven manufacturing leader ready to take ownership of a high-impact role, we would like to hear from you.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
How to apply:
