About the Role
The Mohinani Group is a dynamic, multi-sector conglomerate established in 1966, proudly employing over 5,000 individuals across Africa and international trade hubs. We are currently seeking an experienced Head Factory Operations (GHAP) to provide critical leadership for the overall operation, safety, efficiency, and profitability of our ethanol manufacturing facility. In this vital role, you will ensure seamless coordination across all plant units—including power and steam supply, milling, production, storage, and distribution—while driving cost-effective operations and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities- Manage day-to-day operations of the facility to ensure continuous, safe, and efficient production of ENA and CO2, aiming for near 100% plant availability.
- Supervise utilities including boilers, power generation, cooling systems, water treatment, RO, ETP, and optimize energy consumption.
- Prepare and manage plant operating budgets (OPEX and CAPEX) while controlling raw material and maintenance costs.
- Coordinate with procurement for feedstock availability, ensuring proper inventory control and accurate ENA dispatch management.
- Enforce process safety, QA/QC standards, environmental compliance, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Prepare performance reports and present operational updates and risks to senior management.
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering; a Master's degree is an added advantage.
- 7 to 15 years of hands-on experience in ENA, ethanol, distillery, sugar, or biofuel plants.
- Prior experience in a cassava-based ENA production facility with integrated CO2 recovery is highly desirable.
- Proven expertise in budgeting, cost control, HSE standards, and cross-functional leadership.
- Strong operational excellence, systems thinking, and resilience under industrial manufacturing environments.
- Competitive remuneration package with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance and medical benefits.
- Opportunities for professional growth within a multinational conglomerate.