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5+ years' technical sales, business development or solution-sales experience within mining, industrial or energy markets
* Proven track record of personally generating and winning new business
* Strong existing network within the South African mining sector, with underground/deep-level mining exposure strongly preferred
* Experience selling complex engineered or technical solutions
* Exposure to areas such as VSDs/VFDs, motors, motor controls, pumps, fans, electrification, energy efficiency or industrial optimisation would be highly relevant
* Ability to engage credibly with Engineering Managers, Mine Managers, Plant Managers, technical teams, procurement and senior commercial stakeholders
* Experience owning the full sales cycle from prospecting and qualification through technical solution development, commercial negotiation and close
* Strong commercial and proposal-development capability
* Sub-Saharan African business development exposure would be advantageous
* Based in Gauteng or North West Province and comfortable with regular mine-site travel

This opportunity will particularly suit a commercially driven technical salesperson who enjoys creating opportunities rather than waiting for inbound leads and has a mining network they can actively leverage.

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Investment (Credit) Analyst

Location: Johannesburg
Employment Type: Permanent
Working Arrangement: Full-time, office-based
Travel: Required

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a commercially minded Investment (Credit) Analyst to join a specialist investment business focused on trade, working capital and structured finance across African markets.

This is a mid-level role suited to a strong corporate or SME credit professional who enjoys combining detailed financial analysis with commercial judgement, transaction structuring and ongoing portfolio management.

The successful candidate will take ownership of credit risk across a portfolio of borrowers, from initial transaction assessment and Investment Committee approval through to disbursement, ongoing monitoring and final repayment.

The role offers exposure to cross-border transactions, African markets, structured trade finance, portfolio risk management and senior investment decision-making.

Key ResponsibilitiesInvestment & Credit Analysis

Conduct detailed independent credit assessments of new and existing borrowers.

Analyse company financial statements, management accounts, cash flows, balance sheets and operating performance.

Review, interrogate and stress-test financial models and underlying assumptions.

Assess borrower repayment capacity, financial strength and overall creditworthiness.

Apply internal rating models and prepare detailed analysis and commentary supporting credit recommendations.

Evaluate transaction structures, security packages, collateral and other credit risk mitigants.

Conduct client visits as part of new transaction assessments and ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Prepare clear and comprehensive credit recommendations for presentation to Investment Committee.

Challenge assumptions and recommendations presented by deal originators where appropriate.

Provide input into transaction structuring prior to formal Investment Committee submission.

Credit Applications & Deal Execution

Take primary responsibility for preparing credit applications, supported by input from transaction originators.

Manage transactions through the full credit approval process from origination through to closing.

Ensure all credit conditions and approvals are appropriately incorporated into transaction documentation.

Work with relevant stakeholders to ensure transactions are legally and commercially structured in line with approved credit parameters.

Monitor satisfaction of conditions precedent prior to transaction close and disbursement.

Coordinate specialist input where required, including commodity, collateral or industry expertise.

Approve or escalate margin calls and other credit-related matters in line with internal mandates.

Present transactions, recommendations and portfolio matters to relevant committees.

Portfolio & Risk Management

Take ownership of credit risk across an allocated portfolio of clients.

Monitor borrower performance throughout the life of each transaction.

Conduct annual credit reviews and more frequent reviews for higher-risk exposures.

Prepare quarterly portfolio reviews highlighting key risks, developments and required actions.

Monitor financial performance, repayment behaviour and covenant compliance.

Track borrower credit exposures and ensure risk remains within approved parameters.

Evaluate and monitor collateral values, loan-to-value ratios and other credit enhancements.

Conduct regular stress testing at borrower and portfolio level.

Monitor Expected Credit Loss assumptions where applicable.

Identify deteriorating exposures early and recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures.

Escalate high-risk exposures for proactive risk management where necessary.

Support the maintenance of acceptable non-performing loan levels across the portfolio.

Country & Market Risk Analysis

Monitor economic, political and market developments across African countries in which borrowers operate.

Assess how country-level developments may impact individual borrowers or the broader portfolio.

Monitor key events including political developments, elections, currency risks, regulatory changes and economic growth.

Leverage external credit ratings and market research to support country risk assessments.

Prepare concise country risk reports outlining key developments, portfolio exposures and areas of concern.

Monitor aggregate credit exposure by country.

Conduct country-level stress testing across borrower portfolios.

Present country risk observations and recommendations to internal committees.

Financial Analysis & Modelling

Analyse and interpret financial statements and complex financial models.

Understand and assess accounting treatment, tax considerations, legal structures, industry dynamics and regulatory requirements.

Interrogate forecasts and assumptions used to support financing requests.

Assess liquidity, leverage, cash flow generation, working capital cycles and debt service capacity.

Identify key financial and operational risks that could impact borrower performance.

Use quantitative and qualitative information to identify trends and emerging portfolio risks.

Reporting & Governance

Prepare high-quality technical and non-technical reports relating to clients, transactions and portfolio performance.

Provide accurate and detailed written recommendations to investment and credit stakeholders.

Support the review and improvement of internal credit policies, procedures and risk frameworks.

Ensure adherence to internal governance, credit policy and compliance requirements.

Maintain complete and accurate records relating to credit decisions, approvals and portfolio monitoring.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must hold one of the following:

CA(SA)

or

CFA qualification

Required Experience

Minimum 2 years' experience in credit analysis, ideally within corporate, SME, wholesale, investment or business banking.

At least 2 years' experience within wholesale banking, corporate banking, business banking, investment banking or a similar lending environment.

Demonstrable experience in:

Corporate or SME credit analysis

Trade Finance

Structured Trade Finance

Working Capital Finance

Supply Chain Finance

Portfolio and credit risk management

Financial statement analysis

Financial modelling

Credit applications and credit papers

Credit or Investment Committee processes

Experience working across African markets is highly advantageous.

Experience managing credit exposures following transaction approval and disbursement will be particularly valuable.

Technical Knowledge

Strong understanding of credit risk and lending principles.

Ability to analyse and interpret company financial statements.

Strong understanding of financial models and forecasting assumptions.

Knowledge of transaction structuring, collateral, covenants and security.

Understanding of accounting practices and financial reporting.

Working knowledge of legal, regulatory and tax considerations affecting lending transactions.

Understanding of portfolio monitoring and early-warning indicators.

Experience conducting stress testing and downside analysis.

Knowledge of country risk, sovereign risk and macroeconomic considerations within African markets.

Understanding of Expected Credit Loss principles would be advantageous.

Key Skills

Excellent analytical and critical-thinking ability.

Strong financial analysis and modelling skills.

Ability to prepare detailed credit applications independently.

Strong commercial judgement.

Confident written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to present recommendations to senior stakeholders and committees.

Strong negotiation and influencing skills.

High level of attention to detail.

Strong planning and organisational ability.

Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines simultaneously.

Strong relationship-management skills.

Ability to challenge assumptions constructively.

Strong understanding of compliance and governance requirements.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

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Our client, a specialist renewable energy business, is seeking a Professional Electrical Engineer support the design, engineering, compliance, and delivery of commercial and industrial Solar PV and battery energy storage projects. This opportunity is suited to a technically driven engineer who is either professionally registered or actively working towards professional registration.

About the Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in the technical design and implementation of renewable energy projects, supporting the full project lifecycle from design and procurement through to commissioning and handover. Working alongside a highly experienced team, you will gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of Solar PV and energy storage projects while contributing to South Africa's energy transition.

Key Responsibilities

Lead or support the design and engineering of Solar PV systems, including layouts, specifications, and technical documentation.Provide technical support throughout procurement, installation, commissioning, and project delivery activities.Ensure projects comply with relevant SANS, IEC, NRS, and municipal regulations.Engage with clients, utilities, municipalities, and other key stakeholders.Oversee testing, commissioning activities, system validation, and project handover documentation.Mentor junior engineers and support ongoing technical development initiatives.Stay abreast of emerging renewable energy technologies and identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering.ECSA registration as a Pr.Eng, or Candidate Engineer actively pursuing registration.3-8 years of experience in Solar PV design and project engineering.Experience working on projects ranging from approximately 100 kW to utility-scale installations.Experience with grid-tied solar, hybrid systems, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).Proficiency in AutoCAD, PVsyst, Helioscope, DIGSilent, and Microsoft Office.Knowledge of SCADA systems, remote monitoring platforms, and grid compliance processes.

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Our client is a specialist financial advisory firm focused on infrastructure, energy and renewable energy transactions across Africa and other emerging markets. The business advises developers, investors, sponsors and lenders on the structuring, financing and execution of complex projects, with particular strength in project finance, financial modelling, transaction advisory, capital raising and strategic financial analysis.

With a strong track record across renewable energy, power and infrastructure, the firm operates in a lean, highly experienced advisory environment, giving professionals meaningful exposure to live transactions, senior decision-makers and projects from early-stage evaluation through financial close.

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Title: Project Development Manager

Location: United States, remote with travel as required

About the Company

A rapidly growing energy infrastructure company operating in the utility-scale energy storage sector is expanding its presence across the United States. The business develops and delivers large-scale energy infrastructure projects supporting the transition toward a more flexible and resilient power system. As the company continues to build its US project portfolio, it is expanding its project development team and is seeking an experienced Project Development Manager to support the advancement of utility-scale, front-of-the-meter projects across key US markets. This is an opportunity to join a high-growth organisation and take ownership of projects through critical stages of development, working closely with internal teams, development partners, utilities, authorities, landowners and external consultants.

About the Role

The Project Development Manager will be responsible for advancing assigned utility-scale energy projects through the development lifecycle, from early-stage feasibility through permitting, interconnection and ultimately Ready-to-Build / Financial Close. The role is focused on hands-on project execution and coordination. You will act as a central point of contact for assigned projects, coordinating internal teams and external partners and ensuring key development activities remain on schedule, within budget and aligned with project objectives.

The successful candidate will work closely with teams across Engineering, Grid, Commercial, Finance and Legal, as well as external developers, consultants, utilities, landowners and regulatory authorities. Strong experience with US interconnection processes, permitting and utility-scale energy project development is important, together with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and keep complex projects moving forward.

Key Responsibilities

Manage assigned utility-scale energy projects from early-stage development through Ready-to-Build / Financial Close.Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, milestones, risk registers and development plans.Coordinate key development workstreams including interconnection, permitting, land, environmental studies, engineering and commercial activities.Identify project risks, dependencies and potential delays and work proactively with the wider team to resolve them.Support project evaluation and feasibility assessments for new development opportunities.Track project progress and provide regular updates to project and senior management.Lead day-to-day coordination of project interconnection activities with relevant US utilities, transmission owners and ISO/RTOs.Manage interconnection applications, studies, milestones and required documentation.Coordinate technical inputs between internal engineering teams, utilities, grid consultants and other project stakeholders.Support evaluation of interconnection feasibility, costs, timelines and potential project constraints.Monitor changes to relevant ISO/RTO requirements and market processes and assess their impact on assigned projects.Experience with markets such as ERCOT, PJM, SPP, MISO or CAISO is advantageous.Coordinate project permitting and approval processes at federal, state and local levels.Manage relationships and communication with relevant authorities, municipalities and regulatory stakeholders.Coordinate environmental, technical and other specialist studies required to progress projects.Track permitting requirements, approvals, conditions and associated project deadlines.Identify regulatory risks and escalate issues where required.Support land acquisition and site-control activities, including coordination with landowners and local stakeholders.Work with local development partners and co-development counterparties to advance project activities.Coordinate development agreements, project milestones, deliverables and workstreams with external partners.Monitor the quality, timing and progress of work completed by development partners and consultants.Build effective working relationships with landowners, developers, consultants and other external stakeholders.Work closely with Commercial and Finance teams to support project business cases, financial analysis and investment decisions.Provide development inputs into project budgets, schedules, financial models and risk assessments.Support commercial discussions with utilities, developers, offtakers and other project stakeholders where required.Coordinate with Legal on development agreements, land agreements, consultant contracts and other project documentation.Ensure development activities remain aligned with commercial and investment requirements.Support projects in progressing toward a bankable, investment-ready and construction-ready position.Act as a central coordination point for assigned projects, ensuring internal and external stakeholders remain aligned.Coordinate cross-functional teams across Development, Engineering, Grid, Commercial, Finance and Legal.Manage external consultants and specialist advisors.Communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, from technical teams and grid operators to regulators, development partners and landowners.Organise and lead project meetings, track actions and ensure agreed deliverables are completed.Escalate critical risks, decisions and delays to senior management with clear recommendations.Maintain a strong understanding of the US energy market and relevant project development frameworks.Monitor changes to interconnection rules, permitting requirements, energy storage policy and market structures.Identify how regulatory or market changes may affect the company's development pipeline.Support the assessment of new markets and development opportunities as the US portfolio expands.

Required Experience & Background

3-7 years of experience in utility-scale energy project development, renewable energy, energy storage, power generation or related infrastructure.Demonstrated experience progressing projects through multiple stages of development, ideally including permitting and interconnection.Practical understanding of US utility-scale project development processes.Experience working with utilities, transmission owners, ISO/RTOs, permitting authorities, landowners or other project stakeholders.Understanding of US interconnection processes and the ability to coordinate technical and commercial aspects of interconnection.Experience managing external consultants, development partners and multidisciplinary project teams.Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage schedules, budgets, risks and multiple concurrent workstreams.Experience working across functions such as Engineering, Grid, Commercial, Finance and Legal.Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Energy, Environmental Sciences, Economics, Business or a related discipline.Professional English.

Preferred Experience

Experience with utility-scale energy storage / BESS, renewable energy or hybrid energy projects.Experience with front-of-the-meter projects.Experience in one or more major US power markets, including ERCOT, PJM, SPP, MISO or CAISO.Practical experience with utility interconnection applications, studies or negotiations.Experience with land acquisition, site control and landowner negotiations.Experience working with local development partners or co-development structures.Familiarity with state and local permitting processes for large-scale energy infrastructure.Experience taking projects toward Financial Close and/or Ready-to-Build.

Key Competencies

Strong project management and organisational skills.Commercially aware with good understanding of project economics and development risk.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.Comfortable coordinating multiple internal and external parties.Proactive approach to identifying and resolving project issues.Ability to translate technical, commercial and regulatory information into clear actions.Strong attention to detail while maintaining an understanding of the wider project objectives.Comfortable working independently in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across international and cross-functional teams.Willingness to travel to project sites, stakeholder meetings and other locations across the US as required.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary dependent on experience and qualifications.Annual performance-based bonus.Equity participation.Employer-sponsored medical, dental and vision insurance.401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution/match.Generous paid time off and company holidays.Life and disability insurance.Employee assistance programme.Professional development opportunities. Read less

Title: Director of Business Development

Location: USA, remote with travel

About the Role

A rapidly growing energy infrastructure company developing and delivering utility-scale solutions to support the global energy transition. The company has moved beyond the technology-development stage and is now focused on scaling its commercial pipeline, delivering projects, commissioning assets, and expanding its presence across key international markets. With operations spanning engineering, project delivery, commercial development, operations and corporate functions, the business offers the opportunity to join a growing organisation at an important stage of its expansion.

We are looking for a Director of Business Development to lead the growth of the company's North American commercial pipeline. Based in North America and reporting to the regional leadership team, this individual will be responsible for identifying, developing and advancing customer, partner and strategic opportunities across the region. The role will work closely with the broader commercial, development and project execution teams to progress opportunities from initial engagement through commercial agreement and into project development.

The successful candidate will build relationships with utilities, developers, strategic partners and other relevant stakeholders, while helping to structure commercial arrangements that enable projects to progress toward development, financing and construction. This is a senior, externally focused position requiring strong knowledge of the North American energy market and an established network across the utility, IPP, development or broader energy infrastructure ecosystem. The individual will also represent the company at industry events and in meetings with customers, partners and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Initiate, develop and manage commercial relationships with utilities, developers, strategic partners and other organisations that can support the growth of the company's project pipeline.Develop and manage customer and project strategies, identifying commercial requirements, potential barriers, risks and opportunities.Support the structuring and negotiation of commercial arrangements, including equipment supply agreements, offtake/tolling structures, development partnerships and joint ventures.Identify and evaluate new market opportunities and potential customers across North America.Work closely with regional leadership and the wider commercial team to deliver business development and growth objectives.Lead customer engagements from initial discussions through advanced commercial negotiations and contracting.Act as a senior commercial point of contact for customers, partners and strategic stakeholders.Coordinate internal stakeholders to ensure commercial opportunities progress against agreed timelines and milestones.Maintain accurate documentation and reporting across the regional project pipeline.Work closely with international headquarters and cross-functional teams across development, engineering, project execution, finance and legal.Support the continued development of the North American team and contribute to building effective cross-functional processes.Represent the company at industry conferences, customer meetings and relevant external events.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent relevant professional experience.10+ years of experience in business development, commercial development or project origination within the energy or infrastructure sector.Experience working with IPPs, utilities, energy developers or other large-scale energy infrastructure organisations.Strong understanding of large-scale power projects and the requirements associated with project development, financing and execution.

Experience in the North American energy market, ideally across one or more of the following areas:

Energy storage; Power generation; Renewables; Oil & gas infrastructure; Energy infrastructure or related technologiesStrong knowledge of North American energy markets, market structures and key industry stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain senior-level customer and partner relationships.Experience progressing commercial opportunities from early-stage discussions through contracting and project development.Strong commercial judgement, negotiation and problem-solving capabilities.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively across multiple internal functions and international teams.Experience working within a fast-growing or entrepreneurial organisation is advantageous.Professional fluency in English.The successful candidate will be commercially driven, organised and proactive, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving environment.We are looking for someone who is comfortable taking ownership, making decisions, building relationships and progressing opportunities with a high degree of autonomy.Curiosity, adaptability, entrepreneurial thinking and a collaborative approach are highly valued.

Growth & Culture

This is an opportunity to join a growing energy infrastructure business at a significant stage of its North American expansion.

The successful candidate will have meaningful responsibility for developing the regional commercial pipeline and will work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. As the organisation continues to grow, there will be opportunities to take on broader commercial, strategic and leadership responsibilities.

The company values ambitious, motivated and collaborative individuals who are passionate about the energy transition and want to contribute directly to the development and delivery of major energy infrastructure projects.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary dependent on experience and qualifications.Annual performance-based bonus.Equity participation.Employer-sponsored medical, dental and vision insurance.401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution.Generous paid time off and company holidays.Life and disability insurance.Employee assistance programme.Professional development opportunities. Read less

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A leading company within the renewable energy sector is looking for an experienced Head of Procurement to lead and strengthen its procurement function.

Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a senior leadership role for a commercially astute procurement professional who can balance strategic sourcing, supplier management, governance, cost optimisation and operational delivery.

Position: Head of Procurement

Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Qualifications:

MCIPS, CIPS qualified (Highly Beneficial)Postgraduate Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain, MBA

Salary: TBD

Skills:

Extensive procurement experience, preferably within renewable energy, energy, infrastructure, construction, engineering or a related sectorExperience with strategic sourcing and supplier managementStrong commercial and negotiation skillsProven experience managing and developing a procurement team

Duties and Responsibilities:

Leading, mentoring and developing the procurement teamDeveloping and implementing effective procurement strategiesManaging sourcing activities, tenders, RFQs and supplier negotiationsDriving cost efficiencies and delivering commercial valueManaging and developing key supplier and vendor relationshipsEnsuring procurement activities align with company policies and governance requirementsMonitoring compliance with delegated authority frameworks and procurement proceduresIdentifying procurement risks and implementing appropriate controls

We are looking for a strong people leader with proven procurement experience and the commercial confidence to operate at senior management level.

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