Plant Manager

About the role

The Plant Manager will lead the Air Separation Unit at İLGAZ, ensuring reliable gas production, optimal performance and safety compliance. This senior position oversees daily operations, maintenance planning and continuous improvement projects within a high‑volume industrial gases environment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage production, optimization and control of the Air Separation Unit.
• Coordinate start‑up, shutdown, maintenance planning and capacity adjustments.
• Plan personnel schedules, including shifts, annual leave and overtime.
• Lead process‑improvement and investment projects.
• Ensure full compliance with SHEQ standards and workplace safety.
• Prepare monthly production reports and verify compliance with legislation, permits and Linde requirements.

Required profile

• BSc degree in Engineering (Chemical Engineering preferred).
• Minimum 5 years experience in production plant operations.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Proven experience in process, project and risk management.
• Leadership and team‑management capabilities.
• Valid driving licence and proficiency in English.

Required skills

• Process management
• Project management
• Risk management
• MS Office proficiency
• English language proficiency