Business Unit Manager

Company: Komatsu
Location: Wadeville, Germiston, Gauteng, South Africa
Department: Manufacturing / Operations
Job Type: Permanent | Onsite
Requisition ID: 33597
Posting Date: 15 July 2025
Closing Date: 30 July 2025

About Komatsu

Komatsu is a global leader in the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets. With advanced IoT technologies and a worldwide service network, Komatsu enhances productivity, safety, and operational performance across multiple sectors. The company operates through global subsidiaries such as Joy, P&H, TimberPro, Modular Mining, Montabert, and others.

Position Overview

The Business Unit Manager will report to the Operations Manager and be based in Wadeville. This senior-level role is responsible for overseeing strategic and operational activities of the business unit to ensure sustainable growth, operational excellence, and alignment with company goals.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and enforce Zero Harm safety culture and compliance with global safety standards.
Drive and execute the strategic growth plan for the business unit.
Oversee and manage human capital in line with company policies.
Manage resources to meet productivity, turnaround time, and sales targets.
Ensure adherence to production schedules, quality control, machine builds, and WIP (Work In Progress) targets.
Lead Continuous Improvement (CI) and Operational Excellence (OpEx) initiatives.
Forecast resource requirements and align with capacity planning.
Champion Monozukuri and the K-way principles of Komatsu.
Mentor, train, and motivate staff for performance and development.
Identify new market trends and business opportunities to expand operations.
Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments for integrated growth.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Production Management, or similar)
Postgraduate qualification in Business or Project Management (advantageous)
Supervisory or management course focused on people leadership (advantageous)
Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing/engineering/operations leadership role
In-depth knowledge of manufacturing and lean principles
Experience managing a unionized workforce
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
ERP system experience (preferably SAP)
Valid driver’s license and own transport

Key Competencies

Strong leadership with the ability to motivate and develop diverse teams
Strategic and analytical thinker with a problem-solving mindset
Proven ability to meet and exceed targets in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to work after hours when necessary
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Results-oriented and resilient under pressure

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Business Unit Manager