Africa Biomass Company (ABC), based in Worcester, Western Cape, is a market leader in wood chipping, biomass processing, and sustainable land clearing solutions. As part of our growing operations, we are expanding our Biofuel Plant operations and seek a dynamic, results-driven Biofuel Plant Manager to oversee plant management, quality control, and procurement functions.
Position Overview:
The Biofuel Plant Manager will be fully responsible for the operational management of the Biofuel Plant, including biomass processing, procurement of raw materials, supplier management, and quality control. The successful candidate will ensure that plant production targets are met, quality standards are maintained, and procurement processes support efficient and cost-effective operations — all while ensuring strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the Biofuel Plant.
- Manage procurement of biomass feedstock and other input materials.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to secure consistent and quality raw material supply.
- Monitor and manage quality control processes to ensure product consistency and compliance with specifications.
- Analyse production data to identify process improvements, cost savings, and efficiency gains.
- Ensure that all plant operations comply with ABC’s SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) policies.
- Lead, manage, and develop the biofuel plant operational team.
- Manage plant budgets, forecasts, procurement contracts, and stock levels.
- Work closely with logistics, sales, finance, SHEQ, and maintenance teams to support integrated operations.
Minimum Requirements:
- Tertiary qualification in Forestry, Agriculture, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Environmental Science or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years’ management experience in biomass, biofuel, forestry, or agricultural processing industries.
- Experience in procurement, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
- Knowledge of quality control principles and experience managing QC systems.
- Proven leadership skills and ability to manage operational teams.
- Strong problem-solving, planning, and organizational abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Willingness to travel to supplier sites and other ABC operations as required.
All applicants can send their CVs to hr@abc.co.za
Please indicate clearly what position you are applying for. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications close as soon as the right candidate is appointed.
