GENERAL MANAGER: MANUFACTURING AND ENGINEERING REF NO:
GPW22/18
Job Purpose: To ensure the overall management and control of the Manufacturing and
Engineering function.
SALARY : R1 544 415 per annum, (Level 15), (an all-inclusive salary package) structured as
follows: Basic salary – 70% of package; State contribution to the Government Employee
Pension Fund – (13% of basic salary). The remaining flexible portion may be structured
in terms of the applicable remuneration rules
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Relevant Industrial Engineering/Production Management/ Operations Management /
Business Management at NQF 7 qualification as recognized by SAQA and a post
graduate NQF level 8 qualification. 8 – 10 years’ experience in production / operations
management/ manufacturing environment at a senior management level. Understanding
of all relevant manufacturing and production practice Expertise in factory management.
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Understand the PFMA and Treasury Regulations, Intermediate. Understanding of Good
Corporate Governance principles (King Report). In–depth knowledge of printing /
manufacturing / business operational processes and relevant legislation and policies.
Key Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, including strategic planning and
management, Performance optimisation innovation, Client orientation and customer
focus, People management and empowerment, Programme and project management,
Knowledge and information management, Problem solving and analysis, Policy analysis
and development, Dealing with pressure and setbacks. Financial management.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Chief Executive Officer.
Provide strategic direction and ensure the strategic positioning of the Manufacturing and
Engineering Branch: Ensure the effective development of Manufacturing and
Engineering strategies and plans in line with the strategies plans and objectives.
Oversee the management of Manufacturing and Engineering strategies and monitoring
of the performance of the Branch. Oversee the management and development of
strategies to improve the service delivery. Oversee and ensure provision of strategic
leadership and expert advice on the interpretation and implementation of legislation and
regulations relating to Manufacturing and Engineering. Ensure effective definition of the
performance measures in order to evaluate the success of the branch strategic
objectives. Lead and ensure the design and implementation of high level Operational
Plans with relevant Chief Directors / Directors and track national progress. Liaise with
the Accounting Officer on matters that have strategic and financial implications. Oversee
the establishment of partnership with all GPW Branches, external stakeholders,
international stakeholders and other spheres of government in relation to Manufacturing
and Engineering strategic matters. Manage the various functions within the Branch:
Manage and provide leadership of the high security printing function. Manage and
provide leadership of the security printing function. Manage and provide leadership
commercial printing function. Manage and provide leadership of the engineering /
equipment maintenance function. Manage and provide leadership on best practice
methods and international requirements in the printing industry. Oversee the practice of
good corporate governance and compliance pertaining to financial policies, legislations
and regulations: Manage compliance with legislation, regulations, GPW policies and
procedures. Oversee compliance with all audit requirements. Identify and monitor
financial risks in relation to the projects and programmes. Ensure the development of
quality and risk management frameworks, standards and practices with Chief Directors
/ Directors. Draft reports that are required by Minister or delegated authority. Ensure the
implementation of national norms and standards where applicable. Ensure adherence
and implementation of statutory prescripts and the Code of Conduct for the Public
Service. Manage Resources (Human, Financial and Physical) within the Branch: Report
on the performance of the Branch against operational plan, business requirements and
targets. Develop and implement the work plan for the Branch and ensure effective
prioritisation and resource planning. Agree on training and development needs of the
Branch. Provides information relative to the identification and development of objectives,
goals, and strategy relative to individual functional area. Implement effective talent
management processes within the Branch (attraction, retention, development). Manage
the implementation of compliance performance management system. Ensure that
employees are equipped with the required skills and resources to perform optimally.
Manage the financial resources of programmes, asset management and projects of in
accordance with PFMA and supply chain and procurement framework. Ensure effective
promotion and practice of good corporate governance and compliance pertaining to
financial policies, legislations and regulations: Ensure good governance within the
Branch in line with the King Report and other related legislation. Ensure effective
management of compliance with legislation, regulations, GPW policies and procedures
within the Branch. Ensure compliance with all audit requirements within the Branch.
Represent the Branch and GPW at strategic, management and other government
forums. Ensure the development of quality and risk management frameworks, standards
and practices with Chief Directors / Directors. Draft or delegate and submit reports that
are required or delegated by Ministry, CEO or other Branches.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. MM Modise Tel No: (012) 748 6239