Mill Manager - Agribusiness - Gabon Michael Page

Reporting to the Vice President of Plantations, you are required to carry out the below duties:

• Mill Operations Management: Oversee the entire palm oil milling process, from fresh fruit bunch (FFB) reception to crude palm oil (CPO) and palm kernel oil (PKO) production.
• Monitor and control production to achieve maximum efficiency, yield, and quality
• Maintenance & Equipment Management: Plan and oversee regular maintenance of machinery and equipment to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to address breakdowns and ensure prompt repairs
• Quality Control & Compliance: Ensure compliance with industry standards for palm oil quality (e.g., FFA levels, moisture content)
• Implement quality assurance measures to maintain product consistency, labor, and raw materials.

Competitive salary + accommodation and benefits

Minimum 10 years of experience working as a Mill Manager within the Palm Oil manufacturing industry in Africa is required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
Proven track record of managing the maintenance and operations of Palm Oil machinery is mandatory
Excellent leadership, and decision-making skills
Ability to work in isolated site
Excellent Fluency in English is required, French is a bonus
Strong knowledge of palm oil processing technology, machinery and maintenance

Our client is a leading and innovative player in the Palm oil industry. They are responsible for producing and distributing high-quality palm oil products within Gabon and to other parts of Africa. As the organization continues to grow, they are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join their team as a Mill Manager to cover the maintenance and production efficiency of their Palm oil machinery.