Location: Cape Town  

Job Type: Full Time

Overview

This role is accountable for managing the full asset lifecycle of renewable energy projects from financial close to end of operational life. The scope spans both construction and operational phases across public and private sector projects. The Asset Management Director leads a cross-functional team, ensuring quality, efficiency, compliance, and profitability in line with Management Service Agreements signed with the various SPVs. The role also oversees Asset Management business unit strategy, ISO certification compliance, and commercial performance.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the management of all projects from financial close through operations, ensuring compliance with MSAs and alignment with company goals.
• Structure, lead, and coordinate the Asset Management team and define project-specific organograms in alignment with HR.
• Establish, maintain, and update the Strategic Asset Management Plan (SAMP) and ensure systems support its delivery.
• Ensure full compliance with the Red Rocket Integrated Management System (IMS), including ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and 55001 standards.
• Manage performance, efficiency, and reporting across the portfolio, including EPC, O&M, and other key contracts.
• Coordinate SPV shareholder reporting and committee involvement (AGMs, Board, Finance & Risk, etc.).
• Oversee project refinancing, financial modelling updates, forecasts, and financial statement reporting.
• Maintain and evolve document management systems and asset management reporting processes.
• Manage stakeholder interfaces including clients, landowners, brokers, and third parties where applicable.
• Define and maintain strong coordination between asset management and other departments (e.g. O&M, Legal, PPCM, SI).
• Drive a high-performance, compliant culture that supports ethical conduct, innovation, and operational excellence.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Financial Modelling certification preferred.
• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in asset management or a related role within the energy/infrastructure sector.
• Strong track record managing SPVs and project companies through construction and operation phases.
• Proven experience with project refinancing, contract oversight, and financial performance tracking.
• Deep understanding of ISO standards and Integrated Management Systems within an infrastructure environment.
• Strong negotiation, project management, analytical, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Working knowledge of data and business intelligence tools.

What We Offer

• Leadership opportunity in a market-leading renewable energy IPP with a national footprint.
• Strategic influence across a diversified project portfolio.
• Exposure to high-performance teams and cross-departmental integration.
• Contribution to sustainable energy development across South Africa.

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Location: Northern Cape

Type: Contract (15 months with the possibility for extention)

Overview

An international EPC contractor is executing the Avondale segment of a landmark hybrid power project in the Northern Cape, combining 115 MW DC Solar PV, 35 MW / 140 MWh BESS, and a full substation + overhead line scope. This utility-scale project is part of the RMIPPPP and scheduled for COD in 2025. We are looking for an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead the commissioning phase on-site, ensuring all systems are tested, verified, and handed over in line with Eskom grid compliance and project milestones.

What You’ll Do

• Manage, plan, and execute commissioning activities for PV, BESS, substation, and associated infrastructure.
• Review and implement commissioning procedures, schedules, and QA/QC documentation across EPC scope.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractor commissioning teams and OEM representatives.
• Interface with construction, QA/QC, engineering, HSE, and Eskom grid integration teams.
• Lead functional testing, pre-commissioning, and energisation of HV and LV systems.
• Oversee SCADA, protection relays, control systems integration and testing.
• Ensure full compliance with Eskom grid code, NRS standards, and safety regulations.
• Prepare and submit commissioning reports, punch lists, and handover documentation.
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of technical issues during commissioning.
• Ensure project commissioning timelines are met in line with final energisation and COD dates.

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in commissioning management for EPCs or IPPs in the renewable energy, power, or industrial sectors.
• Proven track record delivering utility-scale solar PV and/or BESS projects in South Africa or similar grid environments.
• In-depth knowledge of HV/LV electrical systems, grid integration, protection testing, and SCADA protocols.
• Experience overseeing commissioning on substation builds, line bays, and Eskom interfaces.
• Excellent stakeholder coordination skills, including OEMs, contractors, and grid operators.
• Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, FAT/SAT procedures, and control logic.
• Willingness to be site-based in the Northern Cape on a rotation or full-time basis.

What We Offer

• Key role in delivering a strategic RMIPPPP hybrid project with long-term grid impact.
• Exposure to advanced BESS integration and hybrid power system commissioning.
• Work with a Tier 1 international EPC in a high-performance, multicultural environment.
• Opportunity for follow-on project involvement across Africa.

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

Location: Cape Town

Type: Permanent

Overview

Our client is a leading renewable energy company committed to accelerating the global transition to sustainable power. They are integrating cutting-edge AI technologies into their energy systems to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and create smarter solutions. This role is crucial for leading the development and deployment of intelligent systems across their renewable energy platforms, combining technical AI/ML expertise with software development and project management skills.

What You’ll Do

• Design and deploy scalable AI solutions to optimise renewable energy systems, including forecasting, grid performance, and predictive maintenance.
• Lead software development and integration efforts, ensuring robust, secure, and maintainable code.
• Deploy solutions across cloud platforms, primarily AWS and Azure.
• Manage the end-to-end delivery of software projects, including planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement.
• Coordinate with internal technical teams and external technology partners to ensure project alignment.
• Oversee third-party supplier relationships, ensuring technical requirements, timelines, and quality standards are met.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in AI/ML engineering, preferably in energy or industrial domains.
• Understanding of JavaScript and React.
• Experience with edge AI and IoT integration.
• Implementing and deploying theoretical machine learning algorithms from academic research papers into production systems.
• Experience working with RDS engines and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and DynamoDB.
• Strong coding skills in Python and proficiency with AI frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Proven software development experience using languages such as C, C#, Java, JavaScript, Matlab, and R.
• Experience deploying AI solutions on cloud platforms, with strong proficiency in AWS and working knowledge of Azure.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 (Copilot) tools for collaboration, documentation, and project coordination.
• Proven history of delivering software projects with strong project management and stakeholder engagement.
• Foundational knowledge and understanding of large language models and Transformer architecture.
• Foundational knowledge of prompt engineering.

What We Offer

• Exposure to the operational and project side of the renewable energy industry.
• A sought after work-hard play-hard culture
• The opportunity to work with diverse, multi-disciplinary teams across various project locations.
• A key role in shaping and maintaining a positive and compliant on-site work culture.

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

Location: Cape Town

Type: Permanent

Overview

Our client is a leading Independent Power Producer that designs, develops and distributes clean energy. This Bookkeeper role is pivotal to the financial integrity and operational efficiency of their renewable energy Project Companies. The position exists to manage all financial transactions meticulously, from financial close through construction and into operations, providing indispensable insights for strategic decision-making.

What You’ll Do

• Accurately enter all daily financial activities, including revenue, expenses, purchases, sales, invoices, and payments, into the accounting system.
• Manage accounts payable by processing, tracking, and ensuring timely payment of vendor and supplier invoices.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations by comparing internal financial records with bank statements to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain and update the company's general ledger, which is the main record of all financial transactions.
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly management accounts for the Project Companies.
• Support tax return preparation by ensuring financial records are accurate and organized.
• Track Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) and government incentives, understanding their financial implications and reporting requirements.
• Assist with depreciation and amortization calculations for company assets.

What We’re Looking For

• A Bachelor's degree in the Commerce or Accounting field.
• Proven experience in maintaining accurate and organized financial records and facilitating reconciliations.
• A solid understanding of tax principles and experience assisting with the preparation of preliminary financial statements.
• Experience serving as a point of contact for audits, including retrieving and presenting supporting documentation.
• Proficiency in accounting software and spreadsheets with high data entry accuracy.
• Experience with applying internal controls and proactively identifying and correcting errors.

What We Offer

• Exposure to the operational and project side of the renewable energy industry.
• A sought after work-hard play-hard culture.
• The opportunity to work with diverse, multi-disciplinary teams across various project locations.
• A key role in shaping and maintaining a positive and compliant on-site work culture.

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

Location: Cape Town, V&A Waterfront

Type: Full-time

Overview

Join a leading renewable energy IPP involved in bringing large-scale energy projects to financial close. This role sits within the Transactions Team and plays a key role in managing legal, financial, and commercial workstreams to move projects from Preferred Bidder stage through to Financial Close.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Transactions Manager and Head of Transactions on all aspects of deal execution.
• Lead the appointment of advisors and coordination of due diligence processes.
• Assist in the structuring of transactions and acquisition of secondary market opportunities.
• Manage the Conditions Precedent (CP) Checklist and ensure timely delivery of all CP obligations.
• Coordinate inputs from cross-functional internal teams to meet project timelines.
• Oversee the negotiation and review of legal agreements in collaboration with the Legal Affairs team.
• Support financial model reviews and credit approval processes in conjunction with the CIF department.
• Engage with lenders on deal terms and coordinate inputs from their legal, technical, and insurance advisors.
• Prepare and manage transaction-related documentation from review to implementation.
• Support tender submissions and documentation for development-stage projects.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in project finance, banking & finance, or infrastructure teams.
• Direct experience in renewable energy projects and financial close processes.
• Proven exposure to legal negotiation and financial model reviews.
• Bachelor’s degree in law, Finance, or Commerce.
• Strong understanding of transaction structuring and CP management.
• Experience working with lenders and legal/technical advisors.
• Fluent in English (read, write, and speak).

What We Offer

• Be part of a dynamic IPP leading renewable project execution in South Africa.
• Exposure to complex, high-value transactions across solar, wind, and BESS technologies.
• Collaborative and driven team culture in a mission-led environment.
• Strategic influence and involvement in the full deal lifecycle.

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

Location: Johannesburg

Job Type: Permanent

Overview

A leading provider of energy efficiency and solar power solutions is seeking a results-driven and ambitious Marketing & Sales Coordinator to join their team. This role is crucial for supporting the Business Development function by coordinating all marketing initiatives, managing sales and customer data, and ensuring consistent brand representation. This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing energy company at the forefront of sustainable and innovative energy strategies.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive the execution of marketing campaigns, including digital, advertising, and communications initiatives.
• Deliver key administrative and operational support to the sales and marketing functions, preparing documents like proposals and presentations.
• Handle all company communications, both internal and external, managing PR activities and press releases.
• Create and manage engaging content across the company’s website and social media channels, particularly LinkedIn.
• Coordinate the company’s participation and representation at key industry events such as expos, webinars, and conferences.
• Ensure the accuracy and upkeep of customer and sales data within the CRM system (Salesforce).
• Collaborate with the sales department to perform website updates and implement SEO best practices.
• Actively assist the Sales Manager with lead generation activities, including initial outreach and customer profiling.

What We’re Looking For:

• A Diploma in Sales & Marketing or Public Relations (NQF Level 6).
• 2-3 years of experience in a comparable marketing or sales coordination role.
• Someone who is proactive, detail-orientated and results-driven.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrable experience with CRM platforms, specifically Salesforce.
• Experience in liaising with external stakeholders on marketing-related matters.
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Google tools (Analytics, Ads, Search Console) is advantageous.

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

Location: Cape Town

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview

Our client is a key player in the renewable energy sector, focused on developing and operating large-scale projects. This role exists to support the implementation and administration of human capital strategies directly on project sites and operational plants. The Human Capital Site Coordinator will be integral to managing talent acquisition and employee/industrial relations, ensuring full compliance with South African labour law and fostering a productive on-site work environment.

 What You’ll Do

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, screening, interviewing, and the onboarding of new site-based employees.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for on-site employee and industrial relations, facilitating dispute resolution, disciplinary hearings, and grievance management.
• Coordinate the full employee lifecycle, including probation and performance appraisal processes, ensuring timely completion of evaluations.
• Ensure all on-site human capital practices are compliant with the BCEA, LRA, and Employment Equity Act.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and documentation, particularly for all employee relations cases.
• Report on key HC metrics to support decision-making and continuous improvement in site operations.
• Conduct exit interviews with site employees and analyse feedback to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Liaise with site-based stakeholders, including hiring managers and external parties, to ensure smooth and effective HC processes.

What We’re Looking For

• A Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a dedicated HR support or coordination role.
• Demonstrable experience in employee relations and industrial relations (ER/IR) is essential.
• Proficiency in using HRIS platforms (such as SAGE or BambooHR) and MS Excel.
• A strong, practical understanding of South African labour laws, including the BCEA, LRA, and EEA.
• Experience working on-site in a project-based environment would be advantageous.

What We Offer

• Exposure to the operational and project side of the renewable energy industry.
• The opportunity to work with diverse, multi-disciplinary teams across various project locations.

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

Head of Internal Control, Risks, and Insurance

Location: Johannesburg

Type: Full-time

Overview

We are representing a global leading energy company focused on responsible growth and addressing the challenges of the transition to a low-carbon economy. This role exists to lead and optimise financial processes for the South African country office, reporting directly to the Country CFO. The position is responsible for overseeing all internal control matters, managing insurance coverages, and driving the risk assessment exercise to enhance operational excellence and support the scalability of the finance functions.

What You’ll Do                             

• Manage the placement and administration of adequate and cost-efficient insurance covers for assets in operation and under construction.
• Oversee insurance risk engineering surveys and manage claims.
• Establish and maintain a robust internal control framework to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Coordinate the annual internal control self-assessment exercise at the country level and follow up on action plans.
• Develop, update, and implement risk management policies, procedures, and mitigation strategies.
• Maintain a comprehensive risk register, identifying and analysing financial, operational, strategic, and compliance risks.
• Drive the optimisation of financial processes to ensure workflows are efficient, well-documented, and compliant.
• Report directly to the Country CFO and the regional Internal Control Officer, and interface with group audit teams and various corporate functions.

What We’re Looking For

• Master's degree in finance, business, engineering, or a related field.
• 8-10+ years of experience in finance operations, internal controls, and process optimisation.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Experience within a large, complex multinational organisation.
• A solid understanding of the energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of risk management principles and internal control frameworks.
• Technical expertise with financial systems.

What We Offer

• A full-time position based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
• Flexibility for travel throughout South Africa.
• The opportunity to work within a key strategic function, reporting directly to senior country and regional leadership.
• Exposure to a dynamic environment within a leading global energy group.

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

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.

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