Our Client in the manufacturing & defense industry, has a permanent role available for an Energy Specialist (senior role). This role falls into the Strategy division in their office in Somerset West. This role will report into the General Manager - Strategy and Communication.
This role is open to South Africans with a valid SA ID only.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Lead, identify, develop and implement Renewable Energy Projects Provide Technical Assistance (TA) projects, and lead initiative to compile business cases in the energy sector. As part of our diversification strategy, the incumbent will develop, lead and drive the clients' Renewable Energy Strategy. Analyze global and local Energy policies, principles. and goals to guide and align company policy, projects, products, and services.
Important (must have):
- Electrical Engineering Degree (BEng) (NQF 8) – thus, Honours degree/Post Graduate Diploma
- Strong track record with at least 10 years of experience in the Energy Sector
- Evaluate all current Renewable Energy activities and provide roadmap into the future
- Coordinate, manage and develop detailed proposals and Renewable Energy activities
- Support and guide commercial due diligence studies and strategic options analysis along with Business Development
- Develop a Renewable Energy financial model
- Support and guide commercial offers as well investor opportunities along with Sales and Business Development
- Undertake growth strategies, market-entry assessments, portfolio reviews
- Participate actively in the building of Renewable Energy Industry segment opportunities
- Contribute to the development of company processes and procedures in line with global and local Energy policies, principles and goals
- Develop and actively manage internal and external stakeholders (i.e., government, internal corporate structures, customers, etc.)
- Lead and coordinate activities and projects to develop and take-to-market products and services related to Renewable Energy Sector.
POST REQUIREMENTS:
- Electrical Engineering Degree (BEng) (NQF 8) – thus, Honours degree/Post Graduate Diploma
- Strong track record with at least 10 years of experience in the Energy Sector
- Functional expertise in the following areas:
- Renewable Energy strategies
- Market entry assessments related to the Energy Sector
- Engineering, Procurement and Commercial Management of Energy Projects, Products and Services
- Renewable Energy Strategic options analysis, and financial models
- Commercial offers and Business Case Compilation
- Be self-motivated and organized with strong communication, presentation and team-building skills and experience in producing high calibre reports, papers, and presentations
- Knowledge in the Wider Energy Sector and the South African Policies and Licenses for Electrical Distribution and Independ Power Production is preferred
- Strong project management and personnel management skills
- Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary
