General Manager

Job Summary
The General Manager is responsible for the overall management, performance, and strategic direction of the Plant. The role ensures that the Pl ant operates efficiently, profitably, and in line with high standards of service, safety, and maintenance.

He/She oversees all functions including operations, administration, maintenance, supply chain, commercial, finance and security, ensuring seamless coordination across teams. He/She is responsible for maximizing Plant capacity in managing budgets, controlling costs and delivering a results. He/She ensures that all regulatory compliance measures are in place to prevent any issue with regulators.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations, including LPG receipt, storage, handling and dispatch.
• Set performance targets, conduct appraisals, and ensure staff discipline and productivity.
• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and service excellence.
• Prepare and manage the Plant’s budget.
• Monitor revenue, expenses, and profitability, ensuring cost control and financial efficiency.
• Manage shift schedules and plant capacity to meet demand.
• Enforce strict safety protocols, emergency response plans, and environmental regulations.
• Ensure compliance with local energy and petroleum authorities (such as the NMDPRA)
• Conduct regular facility and equipment inspections.
• Monitor bulk tank levels, telemetry systems, and surplus storage inventory while coordinating product replenishment with clients.
• Drive storage space sales growth, monitor daily cash lodgments/sales, and reduce risk of fraud.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and market preferences to optimize storage space pricing
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate plant operators and administrative personnel. Foster a culture of accountability and safety.

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Chemical, Mechanical, Petroleum, or Process Engineering, or Business Management. Master’s degree is an added advantage
• 5 to 7+ years of hands-on operational experience in an LPG, oil and gas, or hazardous manufacturing environment, with at least 2 to 3 years in a senior supervisory or managerial role.
• Deep understanding of LPG physical properties, pressurized storage systems, cylinder testing, and national safety/regulatory frameworks (e.g., NMDPRA)
• Strong leadership, crisis management, financial reporting, computer literacy, and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be computer literate with sufficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Project
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Experience in planning and budgeting
• Knowledge of business processes and functions (finance, supply chain, operations etc.
• Strong analytical ability
• Excellent communication skills
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• Problem-solving aptitude

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person