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PPC Ltd. (PPC) established the first cement plant in South Africa in 1892, and listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange in 1910. A leading supplier of cement and related products in southern Africa, PPC has 11 cement factories in South Africa, Botswana, DRC, Ethiopia, Rwanda and Zimbabwe. In 2016, … read morePPC commissioned its fifth milling depot, located in Harare, Zimbabwe. The recent commissioning of PPC’s new plants in DRC and Ethiopia bring PPC’s capacity to around eleven and a half million tonnes of cement products each year. As part of its strategy and long-term vision, PPC is expanding its operations in South Africa with the construction of a new kiln line (SK9) at PPC Slurry outside Mafikeng in the North West province. PPC’s Materials business, comprising Safika Cement, Pronto Readymix (including Ulula Ash) and 3Q Mahuma Concrete, forms part of the company’s channel management strategy for southern Africa. PPC’s footprint in the readymix sector has grown to include 26 batching plants across South Africa and Mozambique and the capacity to produce half a million tonnes of fly ash. PPC also produces aggregates with its Mooiplaas aggregates quarry in Gauteng having the largest aggregate production capacity in South Africa. PPC Lime, one of the largest lime producers in the southern hemisphere, produces metallurgical-grade lime, burnt dolomite and limestone. 148 Katherine Street (Cnr Grayston Drive) Sandton Johannesburg
Job Advert Summary
The Plant Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all production processes operate reliably and efficiently to optimise output.
This includes effectively managing available resources—such as plant capacity, fleet utilisation, raw materials, and human resources,—to deliver high-quality products on time and in a profitable manner
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
National Diploma or Certificate:
Concrete Technology
Civil Engineering
Production Management
Operations Management (Advantageous)
Concrete Technology Certification will be an added advantage
Minimum 3 to 5 years in the Ready-Mix / Concrete / Aggregates Production environment
Minimum 2 years as a Supervisor in a Production / Plant Environment.
Experience in concrete batching operations / dispatch coordination
Knowledge of RMX production processed & Quality control standards
Understanding of concrete mix designs
Computer literate (Microsoft Word & Excel)
Experience in maintenance of fixed plant equipment (e.g. feeders, belt conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, couplings, etc.) and mobile equipment
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure production processes run reliably and efficiently to optimise output.
Manage and coordinate production, administration, and maintenance activities.
Oversee plant and fleet utilisation, ensuring optimal use of equipment and resources.
Manage materials, stock levels, and related inspections to ensure availability and control.
Control the allocated budget and ensure adherence to financial constraints and forecasts.
Ensure all documentation is accurately completed and submitted timeously.
Enforce short interval controls in line with company policies and procedures.
Conduct regular plant walkabouts, inspections, and enforce housekeeping standards.
Ensure maintenance activities such as cleaning, lubrication, and inspections are performed.
Manage Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) programmes and compliance.
Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and worker-friendly environment.
Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain clear and effective communication with staff, customers, and stakeholders.
Lead, manage, and monitor the performance of direct reports.
Conduct performance reviews and regular one-on-one meetings with team members.
Address staff challenges, including HR and industrial relations matters, in line with labour practices.
Maintain discipline and take appropriate corrective or disciplinary action where required.
Coach, train, and develop employees, including on-the-job training and skills development initiatives.
Support recruitment, selection, onboarding, and retention of employees.
Approve leave and manage overtime in line with operational requirements.
Conduct regular team meetings, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
Ensure high levels of morale, integrity, and work ethic within the team.
Prioritise and execute plant projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Work overtime when required to meet operational demands
Deadline:30th May,2026
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