Operations Manager - Engineering

Operations Manager - Engineering

Recruiter

Bridgena Barnard & Associates

Job Ref

CPT002226/BB

Date posted

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Location

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary

95000 Monthly

SUMMARY

Operations Manager - Engineering, Cape Town Senior Ops Manager for an Engineering Firm - servicing the Food Pharma and FMCG industry

POSITION INFO

Operations Manager - Engineering | Cape Town CBD Senior Engineering Operations Manager | Food, Pharmaceutical & FMCG Manufacturing Location: Cape Town CBD Employment Type: Permanent Experience: 6+ years in Engineering Leadership Lead Strategy. Drive Reliability. Deliver Operational Excellence. Are you an experienced engineering leader with a passion for operational excellence, capital projects, and high-performing maintenance environments? We are seeking a strategic Operations Manager - Engineering to join a leading engineering organisation servicing the Food, Pharmaceutical, and FMCG sectors . This is an exceptional opportunity to influence long-term business performance by driving engineering strategy, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement across critical operations. You'll be equally comfortable presenting investment proposals to senior leadership as you are leading technical teams on the factory floor. Your ability to build sustainable systems, develop people, and deliver measurable operational results will set you apart. Key Responsibilities Lead engineering operations with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and performance. Develop and execute maintenance and asset management strategies. Manage capital projects from planning through successful implementation. Build high-performing teams and foster a culture of accountability. Translate complex engineering concepts into clear business recommendations. Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, industry standards, and best practices. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that optimise plant performance and operational efficiency. Establish governance structures and engineering systems that deliver sustainable results. Minimum Requirements Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering . Minimum 6 years' experience in a senior engineering leadership or management role. Proven experience managing capital projects and maintenance operations. Strong background within the Food, Pharmaceutical, or FMCG manufacturing industries. Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act , SANS standards , electrical regulations, and BRCGS requirements. Project Management certification will be advantageous. Ideal Candidate You are a decisive leader who: Sets clear direction and inspires accountability. Makes sound engineering decisions with commercial awareness. Balances strategic thinking with hands-on operational leadership. Challenges root causes rather than treating symptoms. Builds systems that perform consistently-not just when you're present. Is confident enforcing standards, compliance, and operational discipline. Apply Today If you're ready to take ownership of engineering operations within a dynamic, high-performance environment and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you. #EngineeringJobs #OperationsManager #EngineeringLeadership #MaintenanceManagement #CapitalProjects #FMCGJobs #PharmaceuticalManufacturing #FoodManufacturing #CapeTownJobs #NowHiring