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An established renewable energy developer and asset owner is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead the owner-side management of a portfolio of utility-scale Solar PV projects, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) where applicable.

This senior role provides leadership across the full project lifecycle - from transaction support and financial close through construction, commissioning, handover, and the Defects Liability Period. The successful candidate will act as the owner's representative, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with shareholder, lender, regulatory, and contractual requirements.

Role Overview

The Project Director will oversee a portfolio of renewable energy projects while providing governance, delivery assurance, stakeholder management, and execution support across multiple workstreams.

The role combines portfolio oversight with hands-on project management and requires close collaboration with Development, Transactions, Engineering, Procurement, Legal, Finance, SHSEQ, Construction, Commissioning, and Asset Management teams.

Depending on project allocation and organisational requirements, the incumbent may directly manage projects while also providing leadership and coordination to other Project Managers across the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Development & Transaction Support

Support development and transaction teams in identifying construction, operational, commercial, and technical risks during project development.Assist with project budgeting, scheduling, and technical assumptions used within financial models.Support lender and investor due diligence processes, including engagement with technical advisors.Assist with contractor, EPC, Owner's Engineer, consultant, and equipment supplier procurement processes.Contribute to contract negotiations and project readiness activities prior to financial close.Manage Early Works packages where required.Coordinate grid connection activities, preliminary designs, environmental approvals, and permitting processes.

Portfolio & Project Delivery

Lead owner-side governance across a portfolio of utility-scale renewable energy projects.Ensure effective management of scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, procurement, and stakeholder engagement.Coordinate and supervise Project Managers assigned to portfolio projects.Provide escalation support and strategic guidance to project teams.Assume direct Project Management responsibilities where required.

Construction & Execution

Manage multidisciplinary project teamsMonitor project performance against budgets, programmes, and contractual obligations.Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor progress, quality, safety, and compliance.Chair or attend construction progress meetings with contractors and consultants.Review and certify project milestones and contractor deliverables.Manage punch-list close-out activities through to final completion.

Risk, Compliance & Governance

Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMS)IFC Performance StandardsEquator PrinciplesSouth African regulatory requirementsMonitor project risks and implement mitigation measures.Ensure permits, licences, insurances, and project agreements remain valid throughout execution.Support lender compliance and contractual reporting obligations.

Stakeholder Management

EPC ContractorsConsultantsLandownersLocal communitiesLenders and investorsShareholders and board representativesPrepare and present reports to senior management, investment committees, boards, and project stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements

Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.Professional registration or certification such as:ECSA (PrEng)SACPCMPPMPEquivalent recognised accreditation

Experience Required:

Essential

Demonstrated experience in utility-scale Solar PV project development and execution from an owner, IPP, developer, Owner's Engineer, or similar perspective.Experience managing renewable energy projects through multiple lifecycle phases.

Preferred

10+ years' experience delivering major infrastructure, engineering, or energy projects.5+ years' experience within the renewable energy sector in South Africa.Experience supporting projects through:Financial CloseConstruction ReadinessEPC DeliveryCommissioningHandover and Operations

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong portfolio and project management capability.Excellent understanding of utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects.Strong commercial awareness and ability to interpret project contracts and delivery obligations.Proven experience managing project schedules, risks, costs, quality, and governance.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities.Strong reporting skills and experience engaging with executive and board-level stakeholders.Sound understanding of construction, commissioning, handover, and defects liability management.

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Lead the Future of Underground Mining

An internationally recognised mining company is seeking an exceptional Manager - Technical Services to lead an integrated technical services function supporting a world-class underground mining operation.

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for bringing together mine planning, survey, geotechnical engineering, ventilation, and technical optimisation to ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable underground production. Working at the heart of the operation, you'll drive operational performance, optimise mine execution, and lead multidisciplinary technical teams in one of the industry's most technically challenging environments.

The Opportunity

Reporting to senior operational leadership, you'll be responsible for aligning short-term planning with strategic mine objectives while ensuring operational plans remain responsive to changing orebody conditions, geotechnical challenges, ventilation requirements, water management constraints, and production priorities.

This is an opportunity to influence operational strategy, improve mining performance, and lead technical innovation across a large-scale underground mining operation.

Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Services LeadershipLead an integrated Technical Services function comprising Mine Planning, Survey, Geotechnical and Ventilation disciplines.Drive collaboration between technical and operational teams to optimise mine performance.Establish governance frameworks, technical standards and operational best practices.Provide technical leadership during changing mining conditions and operational challenges.Mine Planning & OptimisationLead the development of short-term mine plans and operational schedules.Ensure planning aligns with long-term strategy while remaining responsive to changing underground conditions.Optimise mine sequencing, development priorities and production schedules.Support operational decision-making through continuous plan optimisation and performance analysis.Technical EngineeringProvide leadership across geotechnical engineering, underground survey and ventilation functions.Ensure technical constraints are integrated into operational planning.Oversee mine reconciliation, spatial accuracy and compliance with approved mine designs.Support the management of challenging underground conditions including ground stability, ventilation performance and water management.Operational PerformanceDevelop performance metrics and technical reporting systems.Analyse operational trends and identify opportunities to improve productivity, recovery and operational efficiency.Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning accuracy, operational responsiveness and technical excellence.Drive digitalisation and optimisation initiatives across the technical services function.Leadership & Stakeholder ManagementLead, mentor and develop multidisciplinary technical teams.Build strong relationships across Mining, Geology, Processing, Maintenance, Projects and HSE functions.Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation and continuous improvement.Support business transformation, succession planning and technical capability development.Safety & GovernanceChampion industry-leading health, safety and environmental standards.Ensure technical risk is proactively identified and managed.Maintain governance, compliance and reporting standards across the department.Promote operational excellence through robust technical assurance and quality management.About YouDegree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.Extensive experience within underground mining operations and technical services.Strong leadership experience managing multidisciplinary technical teams.Proven expertise in mine planning, operational optimisation and technical governance.Demonstrated ability to integrate planning with operational execution in complex underground mining environments.Strong commercial awareness, analytical capability and decision-making skills.Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.Highly DesirableExperience in large-scale mechanised underground mining operations.Exposure to technically complex orebodies and dynamic underground mining environments.Strong understanding of geotechnical engineering, ventilation, mine survey and reconciliation.Experience with mine planning software such as Deswik, Datamine, Vulcan, MineRP, Surpac or equivalent.Knowledge of digital mining technologies and operational performance systems.Professional engineering registration will be advantageous.Why Apply?Join one of the world's most technically advanced underground mining operations.Lead a multidisciplinary technical services team with significant operational influence.Drive innovation, optimisation and continuous improvement across a complex mining environment.Work alongside experienced technical leaders on industry-leading mining projects.Excellent long-term career progression and executive development opportunities. Read less

Director of Finance (Contract - 3-4 Months)

Reporting To: General Manager

Duration: 3 months (with possible 1-month extension)

Start: Urgent

Primary Focus: Audit readiness and financial operations support

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Finance (Contract) to support the business during an upcoming audit period. The ideal candidate will be a controller or Senior Finance Manager that can take on a director role. This role will be responsible for overseeing all accounting functions, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and stabilizing financial operations while preparing accurate and audit-ready records.

This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring both strategic oversight and operational execution.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Preparation & Financial Oversight

Lead the organization through audit preparation, ensuring all documentation and financial records are accurate and completeSupport external auditors, responding to queries and providing required schedules and reconciliationsEnsure compliance with GAAP and internal financial controls

Financial Management

Oversee all accounting functions including:Accounts Payable (AP)Accounts Receivable (AR)General ledger and month-end closeMaintain accurate financial reporting and reconciliationsMonitor financial performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions where requiredProvide insights to support financial planning and decision-making

Operational Accounting

Review and ensure accuracy of:Invoices and financial documentationPayroll processingBanking transactions and reconciliationsCoordinate and prepare individualized funding claims (if applicable)Ensure all entries and processes meet required timelines and standards

Reporting & Systems

Produce timely and accurate financial reportsUtilize accounting software effectively for reporting and trackingSupport month-end and year-end reporting processes

Key Requirements

CPA designation (CA, CGA or equivalent)Proven experience in a Director of Finance or Senior Finance Leadership roleStrong experience supporting or leading external auditsHands-on experience across full-cycle accountingStrong knowledge of GAAPAbility to step into a role quickly and operate in an urgent, fast-paced environment

Ideal Profile

Immediately available or short noticeStrong problem-solving and decision-making skillsDetail-oriented with the ability to manage both strategic and operational tasksComfortable working in a contract / interim capacity

Additional Information

This is a time-sensitive requirementThe successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring audit readinessPotential extension depending on business needs Read less