Job Description

Head of Manufacturing Execution

Engineering Manufacturing | Cape Town

NOTE: ONLY CANDIDATES WHO COMPLETE THE COMPETENCY TEST AT THE BELOW LINK WILL BE CONSIDERED. THE TEST CAN BE COMPLETED ON A MOBILE DEVICE OR COMPUTER. THE WEBCAM NEEDS TO BE ACTIVE FOR THE ANTI-CHEATING EVALUTION AND THEREFORE ONLY RESULTS WITH ACTIVE WEBCAM CAN BE CONSIDERED.

https://app.testgorilla.com/s/z6w1omrp

This is

not

a traditional workshop manager role.

This role exists to

take full ownership of manufacturing execution and production flow

, so that the Founder is

no longer involved in day-to-day firefighting, prioritisation, or deadline enforcement

.

If you are looking for guidance, consensus-driven decision making, or a low-accountability management role,

this position will not be a fit

.

Role Purpose

You will run the workshop and production flow as a

disciplined execution engine

.

Your success is measured simply:

Jobs leave the workshop

on time

Work is completed

to spec

Production flows without chaos The Founder is

not pulled into operational issues

What You Will Own (Not "Support")

You will have

full ownership and authority

over:

Workshop execution and daily production priorities Job sequencing and production flow Labour allocation and reallocation Enforcing deadlines and standards Stopping work that does not meet specification Identifying bottlenecks beforethey cause delays Escalating issues early -- not after deadlines are missed
This is an

execution role

, not a reporting role.

What This Role Is Not

It is

not

a learning position It is

not

a junior management role It is

not

people-first, feelings-first supervision It is

not

a role where problems are passed upward
If you need daily instruction, step-by-step direction, or frequent validation,

do not apply

.

Environment & Pressure Disclaimer (Important)

This is a

high-pressure engineering manufacturing environment

with live production deadlines, real clients, and real consequences.

You must be comfortable:

Making decisions with incomplete information Enforcing priorities under pressure Being accountable for outcomes, not effort
If pressure sharpens your focus, you'll thrive here.
If pressure overwhelms you, this role will expose it quickly.

Phase-Based Expectations

Phase 1: First 90 Days

Take control of workshop workflow and priorities Stabilise production timelines Identify weak points in process, discipline, or execution Reduce owner involvement in daily operations

Phase 2: Ongoing

Improve throughput and predictability Reduce rework, delays, and last-minute crises Build a structured, disciplined production system

Non-Negotiable Requirements

Direct engineering manufacturing experience

in a workshop environment Proven authority over skilled trades (boilermakers, welders, fitters, etc.) Strong understanding of production flow and execution Comfortable enforcing standards and deadlines
Applicants without

hands-on manufacturing leadership experience

will not be considered.

What You Get

Real authority to run the operation Clear expectations and decision-making power Direct access to the Founder A role where

competence is recognised and trusted

Final Note

This role is designed for someone who:

Takes pride in order, structure, and output Treats deadlines as commitments, not targets Wants ownership, not protection
If that describes you, apply.

If it doesn't, please don't.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person