General Manager – Projects - Namibia

 

General Manager – Projects (Namibia)

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly accomplished and dynamic General Manager – Projects to spearhead a greenfield chemical project in Namibia. This is a senior leadership role requiring an exceptional track record in project initiation, planning, government liaison,
and successful plant commissioning. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in large-scale chemical operations, specifically dealing with Tantalum and Niobium processing.

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Key Responsibilities

• Greenfield Project Leadership: Oversee the entire lifecycle of the greenfield project from initiation, planning, and meticulous follow-up to successful implementation and final commissioning.

• Engineering & Construction Synergy: Liaison closely with the project engineering and construction teams, providing strategic direction, assistance, and support to keep project timelines on track.

• Commissioning Excellence: Drive all testing, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities to ensure the successful, safe, and efficient operational startup of the plant and facilities.

• Regulatory & Liaison Management: Establish and maintain robust relationships with government bodies, regulatory authorities, and local stakeholders in Namibia to secure necessary clearances and compliance.

• Operational Oversight: Transition the project smoothly from the commissioning phase into a fully operational, high-performing chemical manufacturing facility.

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Key Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 25 years of robust experience covering the operation of medium-to-large chemical facilities, project planning, implementation, and government liaison.

• Domain Expertise: Proven hands-on experience and technical familiarity with Tantalum and Niobium extraction/processing is highly critical.

• Education: B.E. / B.Tech in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.

• Skills: Exceptional leadership, cross-functional collaboration, international liaison capabilities, and strong risk management skills.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are invited to share their updated resumes urgently.

• Email: Dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com