Senior Process Engineer

• Participate in the development and articulation of production strategy with production team in line with organization objectives.
• Execute and manage the plant’s production plan, capacity plan and materials requirements plan in line with DCP-Tanzania’s strategic intent.
• Implementation of the approved production plan at the plant to ensure established targets are met.
• Ensure the production processes are implemented in line with  Safety & Environmental procedures and guidelines.
• Demonstrate ownership of and communicate the unit’s strategic direction and objectives to all production staffs.
• Prepare annual production budgets based on relevant considerations including market forces and ensure achievement of planned budgets through optimization of resources.
• Coordinate and manage the production team to achieve daily production lines for the purpose of maintenance.
• Oversee the execution of cement kiln linings repairs, raw and cement mill operations and cement packaging system.
• Keep abreast with new developments in cement productions and good practices and make recommendation for improvement to head of department.
• Supervise the implementation of approved recommendations.
• Coordinate with other units of the production, mines and maintenance department as required to meet production requirements.
• Provide overall guidance and strategic direction to the Production team.
• Prepare and provide production reports and information to management to aid decision making.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Chief General Manager (operations & Maintenance)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or its equivalent in a technical discipline
• Postgraduate/relevant professional qualification.
• Minimum of eight years (8) relevant work experience
• Professional and technical competencies: · In-depth knowledge of cement production processes · Strong knowledge of the cement industry (local and international) including the trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations and legislation relating to the cement manufacturing industry. · Strong knowledge of production quality parameters and quality control. · Good knowledge of cement manufacturing equipment’s and quality control · Strong people management and leadership skills. · Strong problem solving and analytical skills. · Strong relationship management and communication skills. · Good supervisory, coaching and mentoring skills. · Ability to manage multiple priorities · Ability to pay attention to detail. 
• Behavioral and management competencies: · Leadership qualities with capabilities to manage people and function. · Effective communications and capabilities to manage tricky issues based on local conditions.