Job Description

An Assembly Plant located on the Spintex Road in Accra seeks the services of qualified key personnel to join its professional and technical team. The company exists to assemble and manufacture low tension electrical and engineering parts for both the local and export markets. The identified personnel will support the effective and efficient long-term management and implementation of organisational objectives.

Job Summary

M & E Ghana Ltd is searching for a suitable candidate to fill the position of General Manager. This is an exciting but challenging position. The incumbent would have an overall responsibility of providing leadership and effective management for the entire organization. Spearhead the development of the organization agenda and pursue the strategic goals and objectives. Providing electrical engineering resources to the organization in support of product development, manufacturing, testing etc. Directs technical organization to ensure progress according to technical objectives, within budgetary and schedule guidelines. Provide labor and resource capacity and capability forecasting. Define and develop the electrical design process in order to improve performance, quality, manufacturability, cost and reliability. Develop and maintain proactive communication channels. Collaborate with Engineering and other organizations to develop technology and product roadmap. Organizes project and task workloads and selects individuals most qualified for assignments on specific projects. Responsible for the employment, motivation and discipline of assigned employ.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Operations Management
• Leads and monitors operational activities, including resource allocation, budget and schedule management, subcontractor management, procurement and contract negotiations; directs the production process
• Interacts with consultants/contractors/partners; inspects and monitors contractual work to ensure compliance with plans, specifications   
• Ensures safety and quality assurance programs are followed  
• Ensures compliance with Corporate  policies, industry best practices
• prioritize future projects
• Establishes operating budget and provides fiscal direction to the business unit   Ensures timely and accurate invoicing of completed work
• Audits progress of on-going works. Identifies risks and keeps executive management team appraised of status  
• Develop, implement, and maintain short, medium and long-range operational plans, including budget documents, estimates etc
• Human Resource Management
• Recommends personnel actions such as hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions, merit increases   
• Motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance
• Stakeholder Relations
• Represents the organization at various community and/or business meetings; promotes existing and new programs, policies and procedures                                                                       
• Maintain and cultivate existing client relationships and promote new long term relationships with show organizers, general service contractors, convention, hotel and other facility personnel  
• Develop and drive new business, forecast revenue and develop plans for revenue growth      

Required Skills or Experience

• Relevant Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s or professional qualification is a significant advantage.
• 5 - 7 years’ work experience in a similar position in an electrical
• engineering company or industry
• Must be honest, team player and have strong organizational skills
• Marked leadership and business management skills