Deputy Site Manager- Renewable Energy (24 months contract)

SET; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy construction company in the Western Cape is looking for a Deputy Site Manager to oversee construction activities on a 24-month contract. Candidates should have a degree in civil and/or electrical engineering and at least 10 years of experience, including 3 years in a supervisory role on large projects. Strong skills in problem-solving, team leadership, and stakeholder management are essential. The position offers a market-related package with various benefits including medical aid contribution and annual bonuses.

Benefits

Medical Aid Contribution

Annual Bonuses

Provident Fund Contribution

Company Car

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in civil or electrical engineering, with 3 years in a supervisory role on large projects.
• Experience in civil, electrical, concrete, and crane works; wind farm experience is advantageous.
• Ability to interpret engineering designs and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily construction activities and coordinate teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Assist with project delivery on time and budget.
• Manage reporting and support project handovers.
• Collaborate across disciplines to maintain project alignment.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Team leadership

Stakeholder management skills

Education

Degree in civil and/or electrical engineering

Job description

Introduction

International Renewable Energy IPP

Description

Deputy Site Manager(24 month contract)

Market-related Package (with benefits)

Western Cape

A leading renewable energy construction project in the Tulbagh region is seeking a skilled and experienced Deputy Site Manager to join their dynamic team on a 24-month fixed-term contract. This role plays a vital part in supporting the Construction Manager in leading site operations, ensuring project excellence, and upholding the highest safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily construction activities and coordinate internal and contractor teams.

• Monitor and uphold compliance with legislative, safety, and quality standards.

• Assist in delivering wind farm projects on time, within budget, and to technical standards.

• Provide proactive risk mitigation, issue resolution, and stakeholder engagement.

• Step into the Construction Manager’s role when required.

• Manage reporting (daily, weekly, monthly) and support project handovers.

• Collaborate with teams across disciplines to maintain momentum and alignment.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Work closely with the CM and HSE Manager to ensure full health, safety, and environmental compliance.

• Participate in audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• A degree in civil and/or electrical engineering or a related field.

• At least 10 years’ experience, including 3 years in a supervisory role on large infrastructure projects.

• Experience across civil, electrical, concrete, and crane works – wind farm experience highly advantageous.

• Strong ability to interpret engineering designs and specifications.

• Proven problem-solving, team leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally as needed.

We offer

Medical Aid Contribution, Annual Bonuses, Provident Fund Contribution, Company Car