Plant Head

Job Description : HEAD PHOSPORIC ACID EGYPT The Phosphoric Acid Head will be responsible for the end-to-end operations of phosphoric acid manufacturing in Egypt. He will coordinate closely with the Sulphuric Acid Production and DAP Production Head for integration of overall fertilizer complex. He will also coordinate closely with the Engineering department for preventive and predictive maintenance. Ensure that the plant is operating at full capacity and at par with global benchmark levels in terms of efficiency, reliability, cost, quality, EHS aspects and other related parameters To implement business plans for the phosphoric acid vertical in alignment with overall fertilizer strategy. Identify opportunities for process optimization and capacity expansion. Monitor market trends, raw material price movements and global phosphoric acid trade dynamics. Plant & Operations Management: Oversee production, maintenance, and engineering operations to ensure continuous, safe, and efficient manufacturing. Lead TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and TQM (Total Quality Management) activities to achieve high level of performance of the plant. Ensure timely feedstock procurement in coordination with the supply chain team. Liaise with Commercial and Maintenance, departments to ensure availability of consumables, raw materials and equipment in order to minimize any impact on production operations / plans Liaise with fertilizer and industrial consumers (internal and external) to manage demand-supply balance. Ensure strict adherence to environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards and compliance with Egyptian regulatory bodies. Implement best practices in operational excellence, energy efficiency, and emissions reduction. Drive profitability through cost control, pricing strategies, and value engineering. Analyse Accidents & Environmental Monitoring Data and take Corrective and Preventive Actions, wherever necessary to prevent reoccurrence Ensure timely MIS reporting in the form of daily/weekly/monthly/annual reports as applicable and agreed both at opco and IRC level. People & Team Development: Lead and develop a team of plant managers, engineers, safety officers, and commercial executives. Build a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Ensure training & development of team members as per their role requirements. External Relations & Sustainability: Represent the company in discussions with government bodies, environmental authorities, and industry associations. Promote and implement circular economy initiatives, emissions controls, and waste heat recovery projects. Strong technical foundation in chemical process industries Strong understanding of sulphuric acid, phosphoric acid and DAP process Knowledge of TPM and TQM Time management skills; ability to prioritize Ability of manage plant operations independently Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering Masters degree in Chemical Engineering is an advantage Minimum 20 years of experience in chemical/fertilizer manufacturing with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles managing phosphoric acid or related heavy chemical plants.

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