NSSC Superintendent - Mandini at Sappi

We are hiring!

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced NSSC Superintendent to oversee the manufacturing of high-quality pulp in a safe and efficient manner in order to ensure Tugela Mill's business strategy is achieved.

As an NSSC Superintendent, you will be responsible to:

• Set performance objectives related to quality, cost, delivery, safety and people that are aligned with the key performance indicators of Tugela Mill strategy.
• Ensure compliance to Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) rules and regulations.
• Ensure safe working environment by identifying and mitigating all risks.
• Drive (5S) implementation and tracking.
• Manage pulp production to ensure targets are met and ensure appropriate actions are carried out when deviations occur.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams to ensure plant is well maintained through work schedules, planned and incidental shut work.
• Ensure effective utilisation of resources (raw materials, energy, people etc.)
• Manage fixed and variable costs within the approved budget.
• Ensure continuous improvement plans are set in place and executed effectively to achieve business and cost improvement goals.
• Identify and justify capital improvement plans in line with mill strategy.
• Ensure effective performance management, training and development of team members through personal development plans.
• Liaise with internal and external costumers to develop and modify products to meet the requirements and take corrective action when product does not meet specification.

What are we looking for?

• BSc degree/ BTech /S4 / T4 qualification and/ recognition of prior learning
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in a pulp / paper manufacturing process.
• 3 years’ experience in a management/supervisory position
• Computer Literacy
• SAP experience will be advantageous

Closing Date: 19 April 2024