Manager (Works) at Glencore

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Leading the smelter operational strategy implementation, including the development and execution of operational plans, targets and performance initiatives
• Overseeing the Production, Engineering, Services, Logistics and Support functions to ensure achievement of production targets, plant availability and operational continuity
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives, including process optimisation, cost reduction and operational efficiency programmes
• Leading the design, development and implementation of capital projects, shutdown planning and plant improvement initiatives
• Ensuring full compliance with all statutory, regulatory, HSEQC and company governance requirements
• Acting as the plant’s Health, Safety, Environment, Quality and Community (HSEQC) lead representative
• Managing operational budgets, capital expenditure and resource utilisation to ensure financial discipline and value delivery
• Ensuring the effective management of raw materials, spares, consumables and infrastructure to support uninterrupted operations
• Leading and developing the plant management team, driving accountability, performance and talent development
• Supporting business strategy through strong stakeholder engagement and leadership across operational functions

About you:

• Relevant Degree in Engineering, Metallurgy/Chemistry, or related technical field (NQF 7)
• GCC Factories will be advantageous
• Leadership/Management Development programs will be an advantage
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in heavy industry / ferro-alloys environment
• At least 3-5 years’ experience in a senior management role
• Extensive experience in furnace, smelting, sintering / pelletising operations
• Strong knowledge of maintenance system and experience in shutdown planning and project management
• Strong knowledge of and experience in complex and large project management and coordination
• Proven experience in leading multidisciplinary operational teams
• Sound understanding of financial management, budgeting and capital governance
• Strong knowledge of HSEC systems and legislative compliance requirements including OHSAct
• Demonstrated strategic thinking, leadership capability and change management experience
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• High levels of initiative, energy and independent analytical thinking

Applications Close: 27 April 2026