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Site Head - Chemical Manufacturing

Gujarat Permanent View Job Description
The Site Head is responsible for overall leadership and operational performance of a specialty chemicals manufacturing facility in Gujarat. The role owns safety, production, quality, compliance, people leadership, commissioning, and operational P&L as the single point of accountability for the site.
  • Senior leadership role with complete ownership of a chemicals manufacturing site
  • Opportunity to lead greenfield commissioning and long‑term expansion

About Our Client

The client is a well‑established Indian specialty chemicals manufacturer with strong capabilities in hazardous chemical processes and process safety. The organisation is investing in greenfield manufacturing capacity and focuses on operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth.

Job Description

  • Full end‑to‑end ownership of plant operations including production, maintenance, quality, EHS, security, and administration.
  • Lead greenfield plant commissioning, stabilisation, and scale‑up to commercial operations.
  • Establish and drive a strong safety culture with full statutory and regulatory compliance.
  • Manage and optimise bromination and chlorination‑based chemical processes.
  • Act as the primary interface with regulatory authorities, inspectors, and auditors.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop large multidisciplinary site teams with strong performance discipline.
  • Drive cost optimisation, productivity improvement, and operational P&L performance.
  • Collaborate with corporate sales, planning, and supply chain teams to align production with demand.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Site Head should have:

  • 18-25 years of experience in specialty chemicals manufacturing, with prior experience as Unit Head / Plant Head / Site Head.
  • B.E./B.Tech in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering (mandatory).
  • Mandatory hands‑on experience in bromination and chlorination chemistry.
  • Strong exposure to hazardous chemical handling, process safety, and EHS systems.
  • Proven ability to manage large, multidisciplinary plant teams, including greenfield commissioning.
  • In‑depth knowledge of Indian manufacturing, environmental, and factory regulations.
  • Strong leadership presence with an ownership mindset, high safety orientation, and excellent stakeholder management skills.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
  • A supportive work environment within a well-regarded Chemical Industry organization.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including leave and other perks.



This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to lead operations in a critical role. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for the Site head position.

Quote job ref
JN-042026-7003281

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Manufacturing operations
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Gujarat
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-042026-7003281

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