General Manager Plant

Professional Employers (Pvt) Ltd

Islamabad , Pakistan

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Posted Oct 31, 2025 298 views Report Job

The General Manager Plant will be responsible for overseeing the entire operations of the chemical manufacturing facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production while maintaining strict compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations. This role requires strong leadership in managing multi-disciplinary teams, optimising plant processes, driving productivity, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to meet the company's strategic objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

Lead and oversee all plant operations, including production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain functions.
Ensure achievement of production targets in terms of volume, quality, cost, and efficiency.
Monitor and optimise manufacturing processes to enhance productivity and minimise waste.
Manage raw material planning, inventory control, and resource allocation for smooth operations.
Ensure strict compliance with HSE, ISO, and all regulatory and environmental standards.
Implement and maintain robust quality control systems across all production stages.
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement among plant teams.
Lead, mentor, and develop plant management and technical teams to build operational excellence.
Prepare and manage annual budgets (OPEX & CAPEX) while driving cost optimisation initiatives.
Develop and execute strategies to enhance plant performance and long-term competitiveness.
Coordinate with top management on business expansion, new product development, and operational planning.
Represent the plant in meetings with regulatory bodies, auditors, vendors, and industry forums.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering / Process Engineering (mandatory).
12-15 years of experience in process manufacturing, with at least 5-7 years in a senior leadership role (Plant Head / GM / Operations Director) in the Chemical / Petrochemical / Fertiliser / Speciality Chemicals industry.
Proven experience in managing large-scale chemical operations with strong safety and compliance requirements.
Demonstrated record of achieving production targets, process improvements, and cost savings.

Technical & Managerial Skills:

Strong knowledge of chemical process operations, equipment, and technology.
In-depth understanding of EHS standards (OSHA, NEQS, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, etc.).
Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
Excellent financial acumen with experience in budgeting, CAPEX, and OPEX control.
Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
Ability to handle crisis situations, troubleshoot operational bottlenecks, and implement effective solutions.

Personal Attributes:

Strategic thinker with hands-on operational expertise.
Results-driven, with strong problem-solving abilities.
High integrity, resilience, and commitment to safety and quality.
Ability to lead diverse teams and build strong cross-functional relationships.

Location: Industrial area, Hattar

Skills

Production Administration Administrative Management Planning and Budgeting Plant Management Plant Operations Handling Plant HSE Operations

Job Details

Industry:

Recruitment / Employment Firms

Functional Area:

Operations

Total Positions:

1 Post

Job Shift:

First Shift (Day)

Job Type:

Full Time/Permanent

Job Location:

Islamabad, Pakistan

Gender:

No Preference

Minimum Education:

Bachelors

Degree Title:

Bachelor\\\'s or Master\\\'s degree in Chemical Engineering / Process Engineering (mandatory).

Career Level:

Experienced Professional

Minimum Experience:

12 Years

Apply Before:

Dec 02, 2025

Posting Date:

Oct 31, 2025

Professional Employers (Pvt) Ltd

Recruitment / Employment Firms · 51-100 employees - Islamabad

PEOPLE delivers business, strategic and human capital solutions, which give a new life to your business and take your organization to a new growth trajectory. Our unique approach helps ensure that all levels of the organization work together to create an innovative, talent-powered organization, cutting out redundancies, ultimately helping our clients to achieve excellence in what they do.