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Mining and Mineral Processing EquipmentPosition Overview

An established specialist engineering and mining-equipment organisation is seeking an experienced Regional Sales & Business Development Manager to grow its capital equipment, refurbishment, spare parts and aftermarket business across Southern and Sub-Saharan Africa.

The successful candidate will have strong technical sales experience within mineral processing, comminution or heavy mining equipment, with direct exposure to grinding mills, rotary scrubbers or closely related processing equipment. The position requires someone capable of developing new business, managing strategic mining accounts and translating plant and maintenance requirements into commercially viable engineered solutions.

Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute a regional sales and business development strategy across the mining, mineral processing and heavy industrial sectors.Identify and secure opportunities involving grinding mills, rotary scrubbers, mill components and associated mechanical equipment.Sell new capital equipment, replacement equipment, refurbishment programmes, spare parts, field services and aftermarket solutions.Develop relationships with mining houses, mineral-processing plants, EPCM contractors, consulting engineers and project developers.Engage with plant managers, engineering managers, maintenance managers, metallurgists, procurement teams and project stakeholders.Conduct regular customer visits, site inspections and technical-commercial discussions across Southern and Sub-Saharan Africa.Understand customer plant requirements and work with engineering teams to develop suitable technical solutions and proposals.Manage opportunities involving ball mills, SAG mills, AG mills, rod mills, rotary scrubbers and related components.Support sales of mill shells, trunnions, liners, girth gears, pinions, bearings, gearboxes, drive systems and lubrication systems.Identify equipment refurbishment, upgrade, repair, reverse-engineering and life-extension opportunities.Prepare technical-commercial proposals, quotations, tenders, forecasts and account-development plans.Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, delivery requirements and service agreements.Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and provide regular forecasting and market-intelligence reports.Monitor mining projects, plant expansions, shutdowns and equipment-replacement programmes.Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, project, workshop and field-service teams throughout the sales and delivery process.Represent the organisation at customer meetings, mining conferences, technical presentations and industry events.Maintain customer relationships after project delivery and identify recurring aftermarket and service opportunities.Essential ExperienceAt least 8 to 15 years of technical sales, business development or key account management experience.Proven experience selling equipment or engineered solutions into mining and mineral-processing operations.Direct exposure to grinding mills, rotary scrubbers, comminution equipment or closely related mineral-processing machinery.Experience selling capital equipment together with aftermarket services, spare parts, refurbishment or maintenance solutions.Established relationships with mining houses, EPCM organisations, mineral-processing plants and engineering stakeholders.Experience managing long and technically complex sales cycles.Regional travel experience across Southern Africa or Sub-Saharan Africa.Strong technical-commercial proposal, negotiation and account-management capabilities.Preferred Technical Exposure

Experience involving several of the following would be advantageous:

Ball mills, SAG mills, AG mills and rod millsRotary scrubbers and ore-washing equipmentComminution and mineral-processing circuitsMill shells, heads, trunnions and linersGirth gears, pinions and open gearingIndustrial gearboxes and drive systemsBearings, couplings and lubrication systemsCrushers, screens, feeders and conveyorsKilns, dryers, coolers or other rotating equipmentEquipment refurbishment and reverse engineeringField services, installation and commissioningShutdown maintenance and plant upgradesQualificationsDiploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Processing, Mining Engineering or a related technical discipline is preferred.A commercial qualification combined with substantial mining-equipment experience may also be considered.A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel extensively are essential.Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be technically credible in front of engineers and plant stakeholders while remaining strongly commercially driven. They should understand how grinding and scrubbing equipment operates within a mineral-processing plant and be capable of identifying opportunities across the full equipment lifecycle, including new equipment, replacement components, upgrades, refurbishment, maintenance and field services.

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Are you an experienced Project Finance professional with exceptional financial modelling expertise and a passion for delivering complex renewable energy transactions?

Our client, a leading Independent Power Producer (IPP), is looking to appoint a Project Finance & Modelling Manager to join their high-performing Project Finance & Modelling team.

Reporting directly to the Director of Project Finance & Modelling. The key responsibility is to own, run and optimise complex project finance models for transactions (including greenfield projects, tenders, acquisitions) in various stages of development, from early-stage screening up to execution / financial close, including bids / binding offers, PPA negotiation, procurement, debt financing and investment appraisal.

Position: Project Finance & Modelling Manager

Location: Cape Town

Qualifications:

CA(SA), CFA, ACCA or similarMinimum of 7 years' experience in Project Finance within renewable energyProven experience in financial modelling of complex transactions

Salary: R1.5mil to R1.7mil Ex. Performance Bonus

Skills:

Project Finance modelling, including VBA and application of industry best practicesMicrosoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project).Able to support the negotiation of complex legal and commercial issues.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Build, run and optimise complex project finance models for greenfield project and acquisition opportunities.Lead and manage financial model training, standardisation, and quality control of ongoing modelling efforts by the team.Support the structuring, negotiation and finalisation of project finance and acquisition transactions including the review and input into financing documents, share purchase agreements or acquisition debt documents, as well as principal project agreements.Provide detailed input into the drafting of Investment Committee and Board papers, most notably in the form of detailed financial analysis.Manage and support junior members of the project finance and M&A team as required and in particular on specified development projects.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the region's leading renewable energy developers and work on utility-scale projects that are shaping Africa's energy transition.

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Title: Data Architect

Location: Cape Town

Client Description

The Data Architect, OT and Industrial Data Platforms will be responsible for leading the design, implementation, governance, and continuous improvement of industrial data systems supporting utility-scale renewable energy operations. He/she will ensure the reliable acquisition, integration, storage, and utilisation of operational data from wind, solar, substation, and grid-connected facilities during the Engineering and Construction, as well as Operations and Maintenance phases. He/she will work closely with ICT, Engineering, Operations, Data Science, Cybersecurity, key business partners, internal technology teams, and external vendors to deliver scalable, secure, and compliant data solutions that support operational excellence, advanced analytics, predictive maintenance, and business reporting. The Data Architect will also provide technical support to the Business Development Unit on industrial data platform architecture requirements, data integration feasibility, and related digital solution considerations.

Responsibilities:

Design, implement, maintain, and continuously improve industrial data architectures and historian systems supporting renewable energy operations.Administer and optimise the AVEVA PI System environment, including Data Archive, Asset Framework, PI Vision, interfaces, and connectors, ensuring availability meets agreed service levels.Develop and apply standards for operational data collection, storage, retention, naming, and lifecycle management, and contribute to the broader data governance framework.Develop high-availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions for critical operational data platforms.Design, implement, and maintain interfaces between plant SCADA systems and enterprise industrial data platforms using protocols such as OPC UA, IEC 61850, Modbus, and DNP3.Support commissioning, Factory Acceptance Testing, Site Acceptance Testing, and operational readiness activities for new plants and upgrade projects.Work with equipment vendors, engineering contractors, ICT, Engineering, Operations, Cybersecurity, and Network teams throughout project delivery and operational phases.Develop and maintain data quality frameworks, monitoring processes, dashboards, and KPI reporting for operational data platforms.Investigate and resolve data integrity, completeness, latency, and availability issues across the data acquisition chain.Define governance processes, ownership models, naming standards, and operational standards for industrial data management.Apply consistent data models and information architecture across operational assets to support analytics, predictive maintenance, and business reporting.Develop applications, integrations, and automated workflows that improve secure access to operational data and reduce manual effort.Apply modern authentication and secure integration patterns to control access to operational data.Work with stakeholders to identify and deliver opportunities for self-service reporting, workflow automation, and analytics enablement.Contribute to the design and delivery of cloud-hosted or hybrid architectures for industrial data systems, aligned with the enterprise technology roadmap.Lead or support migration and modernisation activities for OT data platforms while maintaining operational continuity.Ensure platforms under the role's responsibility comply with applicable OT cybersecurity standards and internal security requirements, working with Cybersecurity on hardening, monitoring, and vulnerability remediation.Provide technical leadership during incidents affecting critical operational data infrastructure and related integrations.Perform root cause analysis and drive corrective actions to improve availability, reliability, performance, and data integrity.Plan and execute maintenance, upgrades, patching, and change control for OT data platforms in line with change management processes.Create and maintain technical documentation, operating procedures, and support models for the area of responsibility.Act as the subject matter expert for operational data platforms, historian systems, and industrial data architecture.Provide guidance, training, and mentoring to engineers, analysts, operational users, and other stakeholders.Engage with regional and global stakeholders to drive technology adoption, standardisation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.

Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Mechatronics, or equivalent.Master's Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Information Security, and/or Business Administration will be considered an advantage.Professional registration will be considered an advantage.Proven experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining industrial data architectures, historian systems, and operational data platforms.Strong hands-on knowledge of AVEVA PI System infrastructure, including Data Archive, Asset Framework, PI Vision, Interfaces, Connectors, and related applications.Ability to design and implement high-availability, redundancy, failover, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions for critical operational data platforms.Experience integrating plant SCADA systems, substations, grid-connected facilities, and OT environments with enterprise data platforms.Knowledge of industrial communication protocols and technologies, including OPC UA, OPC DA, IEC 61850, Modbus TCP, DNP3, IEC 60870-5-101/103/104, PROFINET, and ICCP/TASE.2.Solid understanding of SCADA, Industrial Control Systems, Operational Technology, Energy Management Systems, and renewable energy operational environments.Experience with commissioning, Factory Acceptance Testing, Site Acceptance Testing, operational readiness, and handover activities for OT and industrial data solutions.Strong knowledge of data modelling, asset frameworks, tag naming conventions, metadata management, data retention, and industrial data governance.Experience developing data quality frameworks, monitoring processes, KPI reporting, dashboards, and data integrity investigation procedures.Working knowledge of one or more of Python, PowerShell, or C#/.NET, applied to integrations, automation, or application development.Knowledge of OT/ICS cybersecurity principles, secure network segmentation, access control, vulnerability management, patch management, incident response, and change control.Familiarity with relevant OT/ICS security standards and guidance, including IEC 62443, IEC 62351, NERC CIP, NIST SP 800-82, and relevant ISO/IEC 27000-series standards.Experience with Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, networking architectures, virtualization technologies, monitoring tools, and secure infrastructure operations.Understanding of IP networking, the ISO/OSI layered model, routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and application-layer services relevant to IT and OT environments.Experience designing cloud-hosted or hybrid architectures for industrial data systems and supporting technology modernisation initiatives.Knowledge of secure application integration patterns, modern authentication, APIs, data connectors, and controlled access to operational data.Experience designing or developing business applications, automation workflows, self-service reporting solutions, and analytics enablement capabilities.Ability to support advanced analytics, predictive maintenance, operational performance reporting, and data-driven decision-making use cases.Knowledge of project management methodologies, documentation standards, technical governance, vendor coordination, and lifecycle management practices.Experience in renewable energy, power generation, transmission, distribution, or grid-connected operational environments will be considered an advantage.SAP or ERP integration experience will be considered an advantage.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.Ability to translate business requirements into practical technical solutions.Strong project coordination and vendor management skills.High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.Ability to work effectively with local, regional, and global teams.Continuous improvement and innovation mindset.Strong interest in Industrial Control Systems, digitalisation, and renewable energy.Minimum 7 years of experience in industrial data systems, Operational Technology (OT), SCADA, or industrial automation environments.Demonstrated experience with historian platforms such as AVEVA PI System, OSIsoft PI, Canary, Ignition, or similar technologies.Experience integrating operational systems within renewable energy, utilities, power generation, manufacturing, mining, or industrial sectors.Experience coordinating technical projects and working with multidisciplinary teams. Read less

Title: Senior O&M BESS Manager

Location: Europe or United Kingdom (remote with travel)

About the Role

The Senior O&M BESS Manager has extensive experience and knowledge in BESS Operations & Maintenance, who has at least 3 years direct experience in BESS preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and warranty repairs along with some commissioning activities on energy storage units at various BESS sites.

Role and Responsibilities:

Maintain Energy Storage Systems to a high standard by carrying out regular inspection and maintenance, annual capacity tests, trouble shooting and reactive maintenance worksProvide remote or on-site technical support for commissioning, testing, trouble shooting and performance verificationDevelop, define and continuously improve technical SOPs and maintenance proceduresCommunicate effectively with clients, coordinate internal and external resources and ensure smooth project execution and customer satisfactionRegularly review O&M team technical competencies and training needs, plan and deliver necessary training sessions to maintain high professional standardsWork in alignment with H&S personnel to ensure all activities comply with local safety regulations and company safety standardsManage warehouse, spare parts, and local supply chain related to OM operationsMonitor system performance through SCADA and remote monitoring platforms; analyse operation data to identify performance issues.Oversee O&M activities across different sites, ensuring consistency and operational excellence.Report to the O&M Team Leader, providing regular updates on system performance, incidents, and ongoing activities.

Experience and Requirements:

Qualification in an electrical disciplineMulti skilled maintenance experience in Solar or BESS industryStrong working knowledge of BESS system including batteries, BMS, HVAC and fire suppression systemsAdvanced IT skills (Word, Outlook, Excel, IP configuration and diagnostic software)Practical understanding of SCADA systems, networking, remote monitoring, and related protocolsValid certification for safe on-site work in accordance to European standardsWillingness to travel to multiple sites; overnight or international travel required.English fluencyExperience in monitoring center operations or remote system performance management preferredPrior experience in development or maintenance roles with Tier-1 BESS suppliers preferredHolder of recognized European site operation safety qualifications preferredStrong understanding of HV/LV power electronics, including inverters and transformers preferred Read less

Impact & ESG Manager - Renewable Energy | Ghana

We are seeking an experienced Impact & ESG Manager to lead the organisation's environmental, social, governance, impact measurement, and compliance agenda across a growing renewable energy portfolio in West Africa.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving the company's ESG framework and Environmental & Social Management System (ESMS), ensuring alignment with IFC Performance Standards, EDFI Environmental & Social Standards, the 2X Challenge, and Development Finance Institution (DFI) requirements.

The role will lead ESG risk management, climate risk assessments, environmental and social due diligence, impact measurement and management, greenhouse gas accounting (Scopes 1, 2 & 3), stakeholder engagement, grievance mechanisms, gender and inclusion initiatives, and quarterly and annual ESG reporting for investors and lenders. You will also prepare impact reports, support fundraising activities, respond to investor ESG questionnaires, and contribute to external ESG communications.

In addition, you will oversee Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) systems, including safety management, audits, emergency preparedness, incident investigations, and continuous improvement across operational sites. The role also includes responsibility for KYC/AML compliance, sanctions screening, anti-bribery processes, supplier ESG performance, and ensuring compliance with evolving ESG regulations across multiple jurisdictions.

This is a highly hands-on role requiring the review of existing systems, implementation of improved ESG processes, development of policies and procedures, delivery of training, and support for teams to embed ESG best practice throughout the organisation.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience within renewable energy, infrastructure, development finance, impact investing, or sustainability, together with strong knowledge of international ESG frameworks, impact measurement methodologies, and investor reporting requirements.

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Title: Senior O&M BESS Manager

Location: Europe or United Kingdom (remote with travel)

About the Role

The Senior O&M BESS Manager has extensive experience and knowledge in BESS Operations & Maintenance, who has at least 3 years direct experience in BESS preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and warranty repairs along with some commissioning activities on energy storage units at various BESS sites.

Role and Responsibilities:

Maintain Energy Storage Systems to a high standard by carrying out regular inspection and maintenance, annual capacity tests, trouble shooting and reactive maintenance worksProvide remote or on-site technical support for commissioning, testing, trouble shooting and performance verificationDevelop, define and continuously improve technical SOPs and maintenance proceduresCommunicate effectively with clients, coordinate internal and external resources and ensure smooth project execution and customer satisfactionRegularly review O&M team technical competencies and training needs, plan and deliver necessary training sessions to maintain high professional standardsWork in alignment with H&S personnel to ensure all activities comply with local safety regulations and company safety standardsManage warehouse, spare parts, and local supply chain related to OM operationsMonitor system performance through SCADA and remote monitoring platforms; analyse operation data to identify performance issues.Oversee O&M activities across different sites, ensuring consistency and operational excellence.Report to the O&M Team Leader, providing regular updates on system performance, incidents, and ongoing activities.

Experience and Requirements:

Qualification in an electrical disciplineMulti skilled maintenance experience in Solar or BESS industryStrong working knowledge of BESS system including batteries, BMS, HVAC and fire suppression systemsAdvanced IT skills (Word, Outlook, Excel, IP configuration and diagnostic software)Practical understanding of SCADA systems, networking, remote monitoring, and related protocolsValid certification for safe on-site work in accordance to European standardsWillingness to travel to multiple sites; overnight or international travel required.English fluencyExperience in monitoring center operations or remote system performance management preferredPrior experience in development or maintenance roles with Tier-1 BESS suppliers preferredHolder of recognized European site operation safety qualifications preferredStrong understanding of HV/LV power electronics, including inverters and transformers preferred Read less

Are you an experienced procurement leader looking to play a key role in delivering some of Africa's largest renewable energy projects?

Our client, a leading renewable energy developer, is seeking a Group Procurement Manager to join their Cape Town head office. Reporting directly to the Head of Construction, you will lead the procurement function across a growing portfolio of utility-scale renewable energy projects throughout Sub-Saharan Africa.

This is a strategic leadership role offering the opportunity to influence procurement strategy, supplier partnerships, commercial negotiations, and supply chain performance across multiple large-scale projects.

Position: Group Procurement Manager

Location: Western Cape, Cape Town

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance7+ years experience in procurement2 - 5 years in a leadership roleRenewable energy industry experience

Salary: R1.5mil to R1.6mil excludes performance bonus

Skills:

Contract ManagementNegotiation SkillsProject ManagementLeadership

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop and execute the group's procurement strategy across utility-scale renewable energy projects.Lead sourcing, tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier management activities.Build and maintain strategic relationships with local and international suppliers.Partner closely with Engineering, Construction, Project Management, Legal, and Commercial teams to ensure procurement aligns with project delivery schedules.Drive cost optimization while maintaining quality, compliance, and delivery performance.Identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies.

If you're ready to take the next step in your procurement leadership career and contribute to the future of clean energy across Africa, we'd love to hear from you.

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Are you a passionate Health, Safety, Security & Environmental (HSSE) professional looking to play a key role in shaping the future of renewable energy?

Our client, a leading Independent Power Producer (IPP), is seeking an experienced HSSE Manager to join their growing team in Cape Town. Reporting directly to the Chief EPC Officer, this is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving HSSE excellence across a portfolio of renewable energy projects.

Position: HSSE Manager

Location: Western Cape, Cape Town

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety or a related field 10 years + experience in renewable energy within similar role5 years + in a management roleProfessional HSSE certifications (e.g. SACPCMP CHSM, NEBOSH, SAMTRAC or equivalent) will be advantageous.

Skills:

Demonstrated success implementing and enhancing HSSE management systems and strategies across multiple projects.Team LeadershipExcellent knowledge of South African health, safety and environmental legislation.Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop, implement and continuously improve the company's HSSE strategy across all project activities.Lead and mentor the HSSE team, fostering a strong safety culture throughout the organisation.Ensure compliance with all applicable South African HSSE legislation, industry standards and company policies.Provide HSSE leadership throughout the project lifecycle, from development and construction through to commissioning.Partner with EPC contractors, consultants and project stakeholders to ensure best practice HSSE performance.Conduct audits, inspections and incident investigations, ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented.

If you're ready to make a lasting impact on the renewable energy sector and lead HSSE excellence across major infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.

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Our client is an established gold mining company operating in Mozambique, focused on the exploration, development, and production of mineral resources. The organisation operates within a dynamic mine-site environment, with a strong commitment to operational excellence, safety, financial governance, and sustainable resource development.

With active mining and processing operations, the company provides an opportunity to join a growing finance team supporting a large-scale gold mining operation. The business places strong emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and efficient financial controls to support continued operational success.

Industry: Gold Mining / Mineral Resources

Location: Mozambique

Environment: Mine-site operations with processing facilities

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Sales Consultant - Africa Region

Location: Gauteng or Cape Town

The Opportunity

A leading provider of specialised engineering and technology solutions is seeking a commercially minded Sales Consultant to support business growth across selected African markets. This role is suited to an ambitious individual who combines technical understanding with a passion for developing customer relationships and identifying new business opportunities.

Working closely with the sales leadership team, the successful candidate will help expand market presence by promoting a portfolio of technical solutions to customers operating within infrastructure, natural resources, engineering, and related industries.

Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify and develop new business opportunities across assigned territories.Build and maintain lasting relationships with customers, consultants, contractors, and industry stakeholders.Manage opportunities from initial engagement through to quotation, negotiation, order placement, and after-sales support.Prepare commercial proposals and solution recommendations that address customer requirements.Conduct product demonstrations, technical presentations, and customer meetings both remotely and on-site.Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, sales activities, pipeline opportunities, and forecasts.Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging customer requirements to identify growth opportunities.Collaborate with technical, operations, and support teams to ensure seamless customer delivery.Represent the business at exhibitions, conferences, and networking events throughout the region.Travel regularly within Southern and Sub-Saharan Africa to support customers and expand the client base.Candidate RequirementsQualification in Surveying, Geomatics, GIS, Civil Engineering, Mining, or another related technical field.Around one to three years' experience within a technical, engineering, infrastructure, mining, or geospatial environment.Exposure to customer engagement, account management, technical support, or commercial activities would be advantageous.Ability to understand technical products and translate customer requirements into practical solutions.Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.Commercial awareness with an interest in developing a career in technical sales.Comfortable using Microsoft Office and CRM software.Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel extensively.A proactive, organised, and self-driven approach to work. Read less