Head Operations Manufacturing, Engineering & Supply Chain

About the role

The Head of Operations will lead end‑to‑end execution of a joint‑venture manufacturing facility, overseeing production, engineering, maintenance, procurement, supply chain and operational excellence. Reporting to the General Manager/Plant Head, the role demands a hands‑on leader with proven experience in API‑certified environments, large CNC machining, welding/fabrication and greenfield plant ramp‑up.

Key responsibilities

• Direct all plant functions including production, manufacturing engineering, maintenance, procurement, stores, supply chain and planning.
• Translate the JV business plan into detailed production, manpower, machine capacity and supply‑chain schedules.
• Lead greenfield readiness: layout, equipment installation, commissioning, SOP creation and audit preparation (API, ISO).
• Drive phased ramp‑up from initial trial runs to full‑scale operations while meeting cost, safety, quality and delivery targets.
• Implement performance‑driven review mechanisms, accountability structures and a culture of continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Senior leader with extensive experience in API‑certified manufacturing and large‑scale CNC machining operations.
• Hands‑on background in greenfield plant set‑up, welding/fabrication and scale‑up of complex production lines.
• Proven ability to convert strategic business plans into operational execution.
• Strong track record of delivering cost‑efficient, high‑quality output in a safety‑focused environment.

Required skills

• CNC machining
• Welding and fabrication
• Manufacturing engineering
• Maintenance systems
• Procurement and supply‑chain management
• Production planning
• ISO standards compliance
• API certification requirements