Process Head – Head of Sugar Process

Overview

My client a large Sugar conglomerate in East Africa is Uganda’s leading processor of sugarcane, with a state-of-the-art fully integrated complex to add value to every by-product.

My Client crushes over 2 million tonnes of cane per year to produce:

• Over 180,000 tonnes of sugar, half the national sugar production
• 51 MW of green electric power from bagasse – the residue from cane crushing
• Over 20 million litres of high-quality ethanol from molasses
• Premium potable spirits – an award-winning range of gin, rum and vodka
• Sweets and confectioneries

Currently my client is urgently recruiting for a : Process Head (Head of Sugar Process)

Requirements :

Strong Chemistry Engineering background :

• Formal Degree / Diploma : BSc – Chemistry / Engineering or similar
• Additional :
  • FNSI Qualification – Fellowship Diploma of the Institute in Sugar Technology or Sugar Chemistry
  • SASRI - Sugar Technology or Sugar Chemistry Diploma
• Must have worked in plants with more than 5000 tons crushing capacity
• Having work experience in Africa will get preference

Required Skills Set :

The Successful Incumbent - Process Head – Sugar , with a diverse skill set in these areas will be well-equipped to lead and manage this leading processor of sugarcane with a state-of-the-art fully integrated complex, ensuring efficient, sustainable, and high-quality sugar production.

• Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of sugar processing technologies, including milling, extraction, purification, crystallization, and evaporation.

• Leadership and Management: Strong leadership skills to manage and lead a team of engineers, operators, and staff, ensuring efficient process operations.
• Process Optimization: The ability to continuously improve and optimize sugar processing methods and technologies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Quality Control: Expertise in maintaining product quality standards and ensuring compliance with industry and regulatory guidelines.
• Energy Management: Understanding of energy-efficient practices to minimize energy consumption in the process and reduce operational costs.
• Environmental Compliance: Knowledge of environmental regulations and best practices to ensure the facility's sustainability and environmental responsibility.
• Supply Chain Management: The ability to manage the entire supply chain, from sugarcane procurement to sugar distribution, ensuring a seamless and efficient process.
• Safety and Risk Management: Implementing safety protocols and risk ma...
  
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