Provides strategic and tactical leadership to Kariba Power Station to continually ensure business plan parameters (production, efficiency, and cost and safety targets) are met.. Develops and implements programs to ensure the attainment of world class competitiveness of the power plant. Develops and implements the station�s operational plan to meet the objectives of the Corporate Business Plan. Develops and implements the total quality management programs of the power plant. Manages the Water Purchase Agreement and maintains a productive work relationship with the Zambezi River Authority. Monitors and controls emission and effluent pollutant levels and takes corrective action where necessary. Acquires, utilizes and maintains equipment for monitoring the environment as per recommendations by the appropriate Head of Department. Establishes and leads local committees to implement the Environmental Management Policy. Addresses and manages stakeholder relations. Manages the operations of the Power Station in accordance with the Power Purchase Agreement and the business plan. Monitors and controls the quality and quantity of inputs for the generation of electricity to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. Ensures high standards of personnel and plant safety by ensuring compliance with safety rules and operating procedures. Develops and implements operational policies and procedures of the station. Develops and implements risk management programs for the station and ensures the station maintains an above average risk profile. Ensures compliance to the Factories and Works Act and other relevant legislations that govern the operations of the company. Analyses abnormal incidents and draws up remedial action program. Reports to the Managing Director/Operations Director on the Station�s performance, abnormal incidents and remedial action taken. Enhances the operations and maintenance of the Power Station by establishing world class benchmark standards and leading the team towards the same. Ensures effective asset management processes are implemented and adhered to. Ensures that the station provides dependable power generation capacity. Ensures that Statutory Inspections on all units are carried out. Ensures that technical audits in operations and maintenance are carried out and the findings incorporated in the O & M procedures. Coordinates the implementation of the Station�s maintenance program. Ensures that enhanced maintenance programs are effectively carried out on un-refurbished units through daily reports and meetings. Liaises with new builds and plan revival section heads and contributes to the generation capacity expansion projects for the plant. Ensures that the station is appropriately staffed with persons and skills at the right level. Manages staff performance and expedites performance improvement programs/ training where deficiencies are noted. Manages the industrial relations climate at the station by developing and maintaining appropriate programs and forums that foster a productive working environment. Manages all staff welfare programs and facilities. Guides the development and maintenance of a productive organizational climate and culture. Proposes, develops, and implements annual budget plans for the station. Manages station budgets to ensure it is to agreed cost, time and performance standards. Sources funding to finance capital projects. Manages inventory and production inputs. Ensures that there is adherence to recommended stock holding values and economic reorder levels. Ensures minimization of stock obsolescence through proper stock preservation. Implements the computerised strategic cost management system and transfer pricing. Enforces the company�s purchasing policies and procedures. Reviews variance reports and trends and institutes corrective measures where necessary. Develops and implements the business plan for the station (derived from the corporate business plan). Develops station budgets and implements relevant cost management strategies. Develops and implements relevant labour and equipment utilization programs and strategies. Develops and implements relevant production management programs and strategies. Develops and implements plant maintenance programs and schedules. Develops and implements relevant policies that ensure effective operation of the plant. Ensures the organisation is appropriately staff with persons and skills at the right level � this includes developing and implementing training programs for staff were performance deficiencies are noted. Manages industrial relations at the power station. Manages stakeholder relations.

Job evaluation subgrade: E