Location: Cape Town

Type: Full-time

Overview

A well-established entity in the renewable energy sector is seeking a technically strong Financial Manager to oversee accounting operations across a portfolio of infrastructure assets. The role is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial reporting, process optimisation, and compliance with regulatory standards. This is a leadership-level role reporting directly to the Director of Asset Management and includes responsibility for team supervision, systems oversight, and interfacing with internal project controllers and external auditors.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage a team of Accountants and Bookkeepers, providing mentorship, performance reviews, and training support.
• Oversee trial balance accounting, including journal entries, bank matching, customer invoicing, credit notes, asset register updates, and loan schedules.
• Review and approve VAT, WHT, and reverse charge VAT workings and returns.
• Prepare provisional tax estimates and annual income tax calculations for multiple entities.
• Function as audit liaison and central point for audit readiness and compliance.
• Oversee forex payment approvals and supplier payment reviews for operational project companies.
• Review monthly financial schedules, quarterly management accounts, and analytical commentary.
• Enforce departmental accounting standards and ensure alignment with broader company practices.
• Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting and adherence to audit and documentation deadlines.

What We’re Looking For

• CA(SA) or Chartered Management Accountant with a post-graduate qualification in accounting.
• Minimum 3 years’ post-articles experience in a relevant financial environment.
• Experience working in renewable energy, engineering, construction, or infrastructure.
• Proven ability to manage teams and coordinate multi-entity reporting.
• Advanced knowledge of IFRS, Tax, and VAT.
• Experience with accounting systems; Sage X3 experience advantageous.
• Strong command of MS Excel and financial reporting tools.

What We Offer

• A leadership role within a high-performing asset management team.
• Exposure to a growing portfolio of complex infrastructure projects across Africa.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment with strategic influence.

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Location: Centurion

Job Type: Hybrid, Part-Time

Overview

A leading player in the South African renewable energy market is seeking a seasoned consultant to support commercial and industrial (C&I) customer acquisition efforts. With distributed generation (DG) deployment gaining traction and no centralised procurement mechanism (unlike REIPPPP), this role is critical in building long-term client relationships and originating offtake opportunities. The role is part-time (±3 days per week), ideally suited to a retired or semi-retired individual with deep networks and industry credibility.

What You’ll Do

• Proactively identify and engage C&I customers seeking renewable energy solutions, including solar PV, wind, and battery storage.
• Originate and convert leads into bankable offtake agreements, tailored to client requirements.
• Build and maintain senior-level relationships with decision-makers across mining, industrial, and energy-intensive sectors.
• Assess client energy consumption profiles, evaluate creditworthiness, and structure commercial offers.
• Collaborate with internal technical teams to align proposed solutions with client needs and operational feasibility.
• Monitor regulatory developments, market trends, and policy shifts to inform customer targeting strategy.
• Support the company’s strategic ambition to reach 1.6GW by 2030 through focused customer acquisition.

What We’re Looking For

• Extensive knowledge of the South African energy landscape, particularly C&I wheeling, IPP frameworks, and distributed generation.
• Proven track record in lead origination and C&I offtake deal execution within the renewable energy or industrial sectors.
• Strong network within mining, heavy industry, or energy-intensive user groups (e.g., EIUG).
• Commercial and technical fluency in energy project structuring, credit assessment, and solution development.
• Ability to operate autonomously in a hybrid work setup with strategic oversight and stakeholder influence.
• Prior experience in roles such as:Investment banker focused on energy/mining, executive in mining or industrial firm with energy remit, senior sales professional in companies like Wartsila, Aggreko, or similar.

What We Offer

• Flexible, part-time consultancy role (±3 days/week).
• Opportunity to shape strategic customer acquisition in a high-growth renewables environment.
• Hybrid working structure suited to senior professionals transitioning into a portfolio or advisory career.
• Direct impact on enabling energy transition in South Africa’s C&I market.

Should you not hear back from us within 14 days, your application was unsuccessful.

Location: Cape Town

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Overview

A leading renewable energy IPP seeks a Stakeholder Relations Manager to drive proactive engagement with communities, government bodies, and key stakeholders linked to its operational and development-stage projects. This role forms part of the Asset Management team and is essential in managing social risk, maintaining a positive reputation, and aligning with ESMS and compliance frameworks across sites in South Africa and the broader Africa region.

What You’ll Do

• Map and analyse project-specific stakeholders, including communities, NGOs, and government representatives.
• Develop and implement Stakeholder Engagement Plans aligned with ESMS requirements.
• Coordinate regular community and stakeholder engagement forums, ensuring accurate records are maintained.
• Oversee site-specific grievance mechanisms and ensure timely resolution and close-out of all complaints.
• Provide risk analysis and mitigation recommendations related to stakeholder dynamics.
• Manage Community Relations Managers assigned to individual project sites.
• Support identification and facilitation of community investment and socio-economic development initiatives (SED/EnD).
• Liaise with internal teams and report on reputational risk, stakeholder issues, and engagement outcomes.
• Travel to site locations across South Africa and, where needed, the broader Africa region.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience in stakeholder or community engagement, ideally in renewable energy or infrastructure.
• Solid knowledge of REIPPPP and private energy market social requirements.
• Demonstrated experience with stakeholder mapping, grievance mechanisms, and conflict resolution.
• Proven ability to engage constructively with government, community leaders, and NGOs.
• Strong interpersonal, reporting, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead site-based teams and engage across seniority levels.
• Willingness to travel and be present on-site during construction and operational phases.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to influence and manage stakeholder relations on utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Exposure to both private and public sector engagement within the REIPPPP framework.
• Work within a purpose-driven, high-impact team focused on social and environmental compliance.

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Location: Midrand

Contract Type: 3-5 year contract

Overview

A well-established international EPC contractor seeks a Commercial Manager to support large-scale infrastructure and power sector projects across South Africa. Based in Midrand, this role is central to the successful commercial execution of projects — from sourcing qualified local subcontractors and negotiating prices, to ensuring compliance with contractual and Economic Development (ED) requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong quantity surveying background and hands-on experience in commercial management within EPC environments.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all commercial functions related to procurement and subcontracting across infrastructure and power projects.
• Identify, evaluate, and source qualified local subcontractors and suppliers in line with project and compliance requirements.
• Negotiate procurement and subcontract pricing, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with budget targets.
• Draft, review, and administer subcontract agreements in compliance with contract terms and company policies.
• Ensure full integration of Economic Development (ED) obligations into subcontractor selection and execution plans.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, and legal teams to manage risk and contractual compliance.
• Track and report on commercial metrics, claims, variations, and cost performance indicators.
• Provide strategic input during project planning and execution phases to support profitability and delivery efficiency.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 7–10 years’ experience in commercial management or quantity surveying within EPC, infrastructure, or power generation sectors.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, procurement negotiation, and supplier vetting processes.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractor engagements and pricing in large-scale engineering or construction projects.
• Solid understanding of South African Economic Development (ED) obligations and how they apply to project delivery.
• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related commercial/technical field.
• Familiarity with FIDIC or similar contract frameworks used in EPC projects.
• Strong negotiation, reporting, and commercial risk management skills.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Midrand, Gauteng, with flexibility to travel to project sites as needed.

What We Offer

• Strategic commercial leadership role with visibility across major infrastructure and energy projects.
• Opportunity to work within a global EPC contractor with high standards of execution and governance.
• Multidisciplinary and multicultural project environment with ongoing growth potential.

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Location: Midrand

Contract Type: 3-5 year contract

Overview

A leading international EPC contractor is strengthening its South African operations and seeks a driven and technically astute professional to lead strategic project acquisition and contract negotiation efforts. Based in Midrand, this role plays a critical part in securing and delivering large-scale infrastructure, power, and renewable energy EPC projects across the region. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new opportunities, driving the proposal process, and concluding EPC agreements with developers, public entities, and employers.

What You’ll Do

• Proactively identify and assess new EPC opportunities in the infrastructure, power, and renewable energy sectors.
• Lead the full proposal lifecycle, including technical inputs, pricing strategy, partner engagement, and document submission.
• Negotiate and conclude EPC contracts aligned with both client expectations and internal commercial requirements.
• Work closely with developers, IPPs, municipalities, SOEs, and key project stakeholders throughout the bid and contracting process.
• Coordinate internal engineering, legal, procurement, and finance teams to ensure timely, competitive, and compliant proposals.
• Monitor relevant tender pipelines, industry trends, and regulatory frameworks influencing infrastructure and energy development.
• Support broader business development objectives by positioning the company in target sectors and cultivating new partnerships.
• Report to senior management on pipeline activity, commercial risks, bid performance, and market intelligence.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in EPC project development or proposals within infrastructure, energy, or industrial construction.
• Demonstrated success in preparing and winning complex EPC bids, particularly in power generation, water infrastructure, or large public-sector projects.
• Strong contractual knowledge, with hands-on experience negotiating FIDIC or equivalent EPC contracts.
• Relevant degree in engineering, commercial, or project disciplines; postgraduate qualifications advantageous.
• Solid understanding of the South African infrastructure and energy procurement landscape.
• Confident communicator capable of interfacing with C-suite stakeholders, developers, and government entities.
• Based in or able to relocate to Midrand, Gauteng, with flexibility to travel nationally as required.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to play a pivotal role in securing landmark EPC contracts across infrastructure, power, and renewable energy sectors.
• Strategic and commercially focused position with exposure to public and private sector project development.
• Multicultural, high-performance team environment within a globally established EPC contractor.

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Location: Cape Town

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview

This full-time role forms part of the Sustainable Investments team and is responsible for implementing and managing Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMS) and Environmental and Social Action Plans (ESAPs) across project sites. The position ensures adherence to international ESG frameworks such as the IFC Performance Standards (IFC PS), Equator Principles (EP), and other best practice guidelines. The role requires consistent site engagement to support both contractors and internal teams in maintaining compliance with all environmental and social governance requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Guide implementation of ESMS in accordance with IFC PS, EP, and EHSS Specifications provided to contractors.
• Review and manage all site-specific ESMS documentation (e.g., SEPs, ESAPs, HSPs, PEPs).
• Conduct routine site visits to monitor ESMS and EHSS compliance.
• Provide technical support and guidance to contractor teams and internal site personnel.
• Represent the company during ESMS audits and manage the close-out of audit findings.
• Coordinate stakeholders to resolve and close out ESAP action items.
• Track progress of ESMS implementation and report on associated risks.
• Ensure all contractual EHSS requirements are implemented and monitored across sites.
• Conduct on-site inspections to validate compliance with environmental and social standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Postgraduate qualification in environmental management, risk management, SHEQ, or related discipline.
• 4–8 years’ experience implementing and managing ESMS or similar frameworks.
• Strong working knowledge of IFC PS, Equator Principles, and international ESG standards.
• Background in environmental, health, safety, or social consulting.
• Experience in environmental legal compliance (advantageous).
• Experience in construction, operations, or renewable energy projects (advantageous).

What We Offer

• A site-engaged, governance-focused role contributing to responsible infrastructure development.
• The opportunity to apply international ESG frameworks in diverse project environments.
• Dynamic, compliance-driven team culture.
• Exposure to construction and operational project phases.

Please note: Should you not hear back from us within 14 days, your application was unsuccessful  

Location: Cape Town

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview

A leading renewable energy developer is seeking a Land Acquisition Manager to oversee land identification, acquisition, and permitting for utility-scale solar, wind, and hydro projects across South Africa and selected African markets. This role is central to early-stage development, with a focus on stakeholder engagement, contractual negotiations, and ensuring land readiness for project implementation.

What You’ll Do

• Identify suitable land for renewable energy projects (solar, wind, hydro) in South Africa and internationally.
• Negotiate, draft, and manage lease agreements, purchases, and servitudes/wayleaves with landowners.
• Develop mapping and layout overlays aligned with project designs using GIS tools.
• Secure and manage all land-related permits and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain regular communication with new and existing landlords, building long-term relationships.
• Resolve any issues related to landlords, land access, or permitting that may impact project progress.
• Manage third-party consultants and land acquisition specialist.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders throughout the development process.
• Support bid preparation processes with accurate land data and permitting documentation.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Spatial Planning (Honours).
• Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in site acquisition or land development.
• Proven expertise in land negotiations, lease drafting, and permitting for infrastructure or energy projects.
• Strong GIS capabilities and experience with layout mapping.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Fluent in English (read, write, speak).
• Ability to travel as required and manage projects across multiple regions.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on flagship renewable energy projects across South Africa.
• Strategic involvement in early-stage project development and permitting.
• Collaborative, multicultural work environment based in Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront.
• Dynamic exposure to land, legal, technical, and commercial interfaces in renewable energy.

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Location: Cape Town

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview

This full-time position forms part of the Asset Management team, supporting the management of a diverse portfolio of renewable energy projects from financial close through construction and operations. The role is based at the company’s Cape Town headquarters and is responsible for full-spectrum financial control across project companies, ensuring accurate accounting, compliance, reporting, and stakeholder coordination throughout the project lifecycle.

What You’ll Do

     Manage accounting for project companies including:

• Revenue recognition and customer invoicing.
• Cost management and control.
• Fixed and intangible asset registers (additions, disposals, depreciation).
• Loan register maintenance (drawdowns, repayments, interest).
• Accounting estimates and accruals.
• Tax and payroll journal entries.
• Monthly reconciliations: bank, supplier, customer, tax, loans, assets.
• Quarterly foreign currency revaluations.
• Updating transactions and journals on the accounting system.
• Maintain and update the project data room.
• Ensure tax compliance and assist tax advisors in compiling and reviewing PAYE, VAT, NSSF, and WHT returns.
• Review provisional and annual income tax and VAT returns.
• Coordinate annual audits and assist in meeting financial reporting timelines as per finance documents.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts, quarterly reporting packs, and support preparation of Annual Financial Statements.
• Assist in stakeholder reporting obligations including funders, shareholders, and board members.
• Support compliance with project documentation: PPAs, DCUoSAs, IAs, and regulatory contracts.
• Manage EPC and O&M contract interfaces and related financial administration.
• Oversee shareholder obligations including equity injections and shareholder loan management.
• Administer debt drawdowns from lenders (prepare utilisation requests) and manage repayments, interest, dividends, and redemptions.
• Prepare and update monthly cashflow projections in collaboration with Treasury.
• Interpret financial models for construction budget management and operational covenant compliance.
• Monitor cost control and prepare annual budgets.
• Support ongoing construction-phase business operations, especially contract compliance and third-party relationships.
• Implement governance and statutory reporting procedures to support financial close readiness.
• Administer and ensure compliance for all project agreements including investor reporting and fund management.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, Business Law, or a similar discipline.
• Participation in a CPA (Certified Practicing Accountants) or CA (Chartered Accountants) program will be beneficial.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ work experience in a similar project finance or accounting role.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines consistently.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse complex financial datasets and draw actionable conclusions.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel; experience with Caseware, Pastel, Oracle, or Sage is advantageous.
• Familiarity with renewable energy sector finance is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.

What We Offer

• A pivotal role supporting utility-scale renewable energy projects from financial close through operation.
• Exposure to sophisticated financial structures and contractual frameworks.
• A dynamic, high-performance team environment within the clean energy sector.
• Career growth in one of Africa’s leading independent power producers.

Please note: Should you not hear back from us within 14 days, your application was unsuccessful  

Location: Cape Town (with travel to site as required) 

Contract Type: Fixed Term – 24 Months

This role is open to South African ID holders only

Overview

A saught after IPP is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the execution of a 240 MW solar project in Virginia, Free State. This is a high-impact role responsible for managing all phases of the project lifecycle—from pre-financial close through to construction, commissioning, and final handover. The role acts as Owner’s Representative under the EPC contract and ensures alignment with PPA obligations, lender requirements, and internal governance procedures.

What You’ll Do

• Lead project planning, execution, and reporting from development through to taking-over, in accordance with internal procedures and stakeholder agreements.
• Act as the primary interface with EPC contractors, suppliers, consultants, Eskom, and site-based teams to ensure quality, budget, and timeline targets are achieved.
• Oversee EPC contract negotiation, execution, and compliance; support O&M contract finalisation.
• Manage project documentation, milestone certification, stakeholder reporting, and variation claims.
• Coordinate all due diligence inputs (technical, legal, insurance) required for financial close.
• Monitor compliance with land lease agreements, ESMS, ED obligations, and relevant statutory permits (EIA, water use, building).
• Supervise site-based personnel including HSE, QA/QC, environmental officers, and commissioning teams.
• Manage the Construction Management Agreement (MSA) and ensure alignment with all related contracts (PPA, DuCOSA, CTA, Self-Build, etc.).
• Conduct progress meetings, manage punch lists, and oversee project closeout and document handover.

What We’re Looking For

• Tertiary qualification in engineering, construction, or related field.
• SACPCMP registration preferred.
• Proven track record managing large-scale solar projects in South Africa.
• Strong command of EPC contract structures, lender obligations, and project execution methodologies.
• Ability to lead diverse on-site teams and interface confidently with senior stakeholders.
• Highly organised, assertive, and detail-oriented with excellent reporting and planning skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

 What We Offer

• The opportunity to manage one of the largest utility-scale solar projects in the Free State.
• High-level strategic exposure within a respected IPP.
• Full-cycle project ownership.
• Multicultural, performance-driven team environment.
• Project Performance Bonus

Please note: Should you not hear back from us within 14 days, your application was unsuccessful  

Location: Secunda

Contract Type: Fixed Term – 24 Months

This role is open to South African ID holders only

Overview

A sought after IPP is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the execution of a 330 MW solar project in Secunda, Mpumalanga. This is a high-impact, role responsible for managing all phases of the project lifecycle—from pre-financial close through to construction, commissioning, and final handover. The role acts as Owner’s Representative under the EPC contract and ensures alignment with PPA obligations, lender requirements, and internal governance procedures.

What You’ll Do

• Lead project planning, execution, and reporting from development through to taking-over, in accordance with internal procedures and stakeholder agreements.
• Act as the primary interface with EPC contractors, suppliers, consultants, Eskom, and site-based teams to ensure quality, budget, and timeline targets are achieved.
• Oversee EPC contract negotiation, execution, and compliance; support O&M contract finalisation.
• Manage project documentation, milestone certification, stakeholder reporting, and variation claims.
• Coordinate all due diligence inputs (technical, legal, insurance) required for financial close.
• Monitor compliance with land lease agreements, ESMS, ED obligations, and relevant statutory permits (EIA, water use, building).
• Supervise site-based personnel including HSE, QA/QC, environmental officers, and commissioning teams.
• Manage the Construction Management Agreement (MSA) and ensure alignment with all related contracts (PPA, DuCOSA, CTA, Self-Build, etc.).
• Conduct progress meetings, manage punch lists, and oversee project closeout and document handover.

What We’re Looking For

• Tertiary qualification in engineering, construction, or related field.
• SACPCMP registration preferred.
• Proven track record managing large-scale solar projects in South Africa.
• Strong command of EPC contract structures, lender obligations, and project execution methodologies.
• Ability to lead diverse on-site teams and interface confidently with senior stakeholders.
• Highly organised, assertive, and detail-oriented with excellent reporting and planning skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

 What We Offer

• The opportunity to manage one of the largest utility-scale solar projects in the Free State.
• High-level strategic exposure within a respected IPP.
• Full-cycle project ownership.
• Multicultural, performance-driven team environment.
• Project Performance Bonus.

Please note: Should you not hear back from us within 14 days, your application was unsuccessful