Head of Operations

Lead Jotun Egypt’s Operations across all functions, overseeing a large and diverse team to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality performance.

In this role, you will provide strong leadership through the operation of our factory, fostering teamwork, compliance, and a culture of continuous improvement. Drive operational excellence through strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration to deliver reliable production, efficient logistics, and a highly engaged, capable workforce.

This position is based in 10th of Ramadan City, Egypt, reporting directly to the Managing Director.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the Operations team to ensure a competent, engaged, and future-ready workforce.
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ standards, local regulations, ISO requirements ” ISO 9001, ISO14001, and ISO 45001”, and the Jotun Operations System.
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing operational systems, monitoring KPIs, and coordinating improvement initiatives.
• Strengthen cross-functional cooperation through effective planning, daily coordination, and participation in management meetings.
• Oversee maintenance and production reliability to maintain an optimal manufacturing environment.
• Manage investments, budgets, and operational development to meet HSE, capacity, and efficiency needs while supporting competitiveness.
• Ensure efficient logistics, stock management, and quality control of raw materials, packaging, and finished good
• Represent Operations in the management team to influence decisions and ensure operational excellence across company plans.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

Qualifications We look for:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Operations related field.
• 5+ years of experience in managing full factory operations.
• Strong experience in managing HSE, production, quality, cost, and logistics functions.
• Communicate fluently in English and Arabic.

Personal Qualities We Look For:

• Develops an ambitious but realistic business vision and translates it into a workable strategy.
• Understands the organization's informal rules and structures and utilizes political processes effectively to get things done
• Provides team with a clear sense of direction, inspires and coordinates others and keeps them focused on objectives.
• Develops people through delegation, empowerment and coaching; promotes career and self-development.
• Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments.
• Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.

POSITION INFORMATION

Company:

El-Mohandes Jotun S.A.E.

Contract Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):

10.01.2026