Chief Operations Officer (COO)

Placements24; Queenstown; Presencial; NZD 260 000 - 380 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Executive bonus potential

Equity options

Health insurance

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 in Queenstown seeks a visionary Chief Operations Officer to lead and transform its operational landscape from headquarters in Queenstown. This C-suite role drives strategy, execution, and efficiency across projects and business units in the renewable energy sector.

You will scale operations, optimize processes, ensure safety and quality, and mentor a high-performance team while engaging with partners and regulators to deliver growth and profitability.

Qualificações

• Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• MBA is highly preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in operations management, with 7-10 years in senior executive leadership.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement the company's operational strategy.
• Oversee day-to-day operations across projects and units in renewables.
• Drive efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead and develop a world-class operations team.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Project lifecycle

Regulatory compliance

People development

Formação académica

Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

MBA

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly expanding player in the renewable energy sector, is seeking a highly accomplished and visionary Chief Operations Officer (COO) to lead and transform their operational landscape from their headquarters in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This is a C-suite executive position responsible for the overall operational strategy, execution, and efficiency of the company. The COO will play a pivotal role in scaling operations, optimizing processes, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety across all projects and business units. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of operational management within the energy industry, exceptional leadership acumen, and a proven ability to drive significant growth and profitability. This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of a key organization in the renewable energy market, impacting operations from Queenstown, Eastern Cape and beyond. We are looking for a transformative leader with a strong bias for action and a commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's operational strategy to support its overall business objectives and growth targets.
• Oversee all day-to-day operations, including project management, engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance within the renewable energy sector.
• Drive efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness across all operational areas.
• Ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance are maintained.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a world-class operations team, fostering a culture of innovation and high performance.
• Identify and implement strategic improvements to operational processes and systems.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including partners, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
• Oversee the operational budget, ensuring financial discipline and effective resource allocation.
• Represent the company's operational capabilities to investors, partners, and the wider industry.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field.
• An MBA is highly preferred.
• A minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in operations management, with at least 7-10 years in a senior executive leadership role (e.g., VP of Operations, COO).
• Extensive experience in the renewable energy sector, with a strong understanding of project lifecycles and operational challenges.
• Proven track record of successfully scaling operations and driving significant business growth.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing multi-million dollar operational budgets.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing, diverse teams.
• Experience in managing complex projects and operations in regions like Queenstown, Eastern Cape.

Benefits

• This C-suite position offers a highly attractive executive compensation package, including a substantial base salary, significant performance-based bonuses, and substantial equity options.
• Comprehensive benefits include top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance, generous retirement plans, and executive-level perks.
• Opportunities for professional development, industry recognition, and impactful leadership are abundant.
• This is a unique chance to lead operations for a company at the forefront of the clean energy revolution.