Regional Business Manager

Department: Operations / Manufacturing Reports To: General Manager / CEO Location: Head Office (Gauteng Olifantsfontein & Clayville) Employment Type: Full-time Permanent Closing Date for Applications: 31 January 2026 Purpose of the Role To take full ownership and P&L responsibility for the manufacturing business unit, driving operational excellence, profitability, zero-harm safety, quality standards and strong team performance in a fast-moving production environment. Key Responsibilities - Full operational leadership of the business unit (mechanical, electrical, technical, IR, SHEQ and training) - Develop and execute strategic business & production plans - Set performance goals, monitor progress and implement corrective actions - Manage the full financial portfolio budgets, cost control, profitability and capex - Ensure rapid and effective response to operational contingencies - Drive performance management at team and individual level - Implement and maintain a zero harm safety culture with full legislative compliance - Oversee quality management systems and processes - Ensure sound corporate governance and financial controls - Manage HR and labour relations (disciplinary, unions, EE, skills development) - Deliver excellent HSE results and continuous improvement Remuneration Market-related salary performance bonus company benefits (full details will be discussed during the interview). Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Skills / Personal Characteristics / Other Requirements - Matric / Grade 12 (NQF 4) - Relevant tertiary technical qualification (engineering, operations or production management) - Minimum 5 years experience in a production/manufacturing environment at management level - Proven track record managing a full P&L in manufacturing - Strong financial acumen and budgeting skills - Solid understanding of SHEQ legislation and implementation - Computer literate advanced Microsoft Office (JDE experience a strong advantage) - Excellent written and verbal communication at all levels - Valid drivers licence and own transport - Emotional self-control, trustworthiness, adaptability, initiative, service orientation, conflict management and punctuality