Head of Production Operations (Agri)

Head of Production Operations (Agri) - Bright City Talent | BeBee Back Head of Production Operations (Agri)

Engineering

Bright City Talent Tarlton , South Africa Today Until 2026/07/15 Full time Save Apply now Adapt my CV to this job

Job description The Head of Production Operations will oversee multiple geographically separated production units, ensuring strategic alignment, operational excellence, and financial performance.

This role drives integration across decentralized production, maintenance, and centralized corporate functions to optimize productivity, sustainability, and asset reliability through:

Strategic Oversight & Operational Leadership Lead and coordinate operations of three geographically separate production units, ensuring consistent high standards and achievement of production targets

Resource Allocation & Budget Management Oversee allocation of labor, materials, equipment, and capital budgets across production units

Maintenance & Asset Management Integration Integrate maintenance planning and execution within overall operational strategy

Cross-Functional Integration Serve as liaison between production units and centralized functions: HR, Finance, Systems, and Maintenance.

Standardization & Decentralized Operations Management Develop and implement consistent operational standards, SOPs, KPIs, and best practices tailored for decentralized sites

Leadership & Talent Development Lead, mentor, and develop Production Unit Managers and Maintenance teams across all locations

Reporting & Executive Communication Prepare consolidated operational, financial, and management reports for executive leadership

Project & Change Management Lead cross-site projects such as irrigation systems, water rights, technology adoption, and sustainability efforts.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Operations Management, Engineering, or related discipline. 10+ years’ experience in agricultural production or operations management with at least 5 years in senior leadership overseeing multiple sites and maintenance integration. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities Experience with ERP/MRP systems and operational reporting tools This role will suit an experienced operations leader in the agri production industry who has strong strategic planning, financial acumen, project management, and asset management skills. Someone who has a proven ability to integrate decentralized production and maintenance operations with centralized corporate functions.

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Job Details

• Country : Afrique du Sud

• Contract Type : Permanent Contract

• Compensation : salary 4,163

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