General Manager Transformation Management

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd in Gauteng seeks a Senior Transformation Leader to provide strategic leadership and governance of the organisation's transformation efforts, aiming to align with the long-term vision of becoming an independent Transmission System Operator (TSO).

You will lead the development and execution of the transformation strategy, oversee major programmes, manage cross-functional teams, and engage at executive level to drive change across Megawatt Park and related sites in

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership within transformation or infrastructure projects.
• Strong governance and risk management knowledge.
• Cross-functional leadership and project management experience.
• Knowledge of Legislation and Regulation relevant to energy/utility sectors.

Responsibilities

• Execute priority transformation initiatives
• Provide transformational program oversight
• Provide cross-functional coordination
• Provide risk management and mitigation

Skills

Strategic thinking

Project prioritisation

Milestone setting

Metrics benchmarking

Stakeholder engagement

Interpersonal skills

Monitoring and evaluation

Education

B Degree/ B Tech/ Advanced Diploma in Engineering/Business Management/Commerce at NQF 7 with 360 credits

Job description

Listing status: Under Review

Apply by: 16 January 2026

Position summary

Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply

Job category: Electrical Engineering

Location: Sunninghill

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Area of specialization: To be responsible for the overall strategic leadership and governance of the organisation's transformation efforts, ensure alignment with the long-term vision of becoming an independent Transmission System Operator (TSO), lead the development and execution of the transformation strategy, oversee organisational strategic initiatives and ensure all transformation programmes are integrated with business objectives. Engage at executive level to drive innovation, manage cultural change and align the organisation’s resources, operations and stakeholders to achieve transformational goals.Task Grade: EEEDepartment: Business ManagementBusiness Unit: Transformation Management OfficeLocation: Megawatt Park, Sunninghill, Gauteng

Key Responsibilities

• Execute priority initiatives
• Provide transformational program oversight
• Provide cross-functional coordination
• Provide risk management and mitigation
• Provide contracting strategy and oversight
• Manage change
• Ensure stakeholder engagement and communication

Behavioural:

• Trustworthiness
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Forward-thinking and opportunity minded
• Excited by change
• Reliability
• Proactivity

Leadership:

• Motivating Others
• Sinobuntu
• Team player
• Coaching
• Developing

Knowledge:

• Legislation and Regulation
• Governance and Risk Management
• Project Management
• Cross-Functional Leadership

Skills:

• Strategic thinking
• Project Prioritisation
• Milestone Setting and Accountability
• Benchmarking and Metrics
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
• Interpersonal Skills
• Monitoring and Evaluation

Qualification(s):

• B Degree/ B Tech/ Advanced Diploma in Engineering/Business Management/Commerce at NQF 7 with 360 credits

Experience:

• 10 years of Leadership experience in managing complex transformation or infrastructure projects within the energy, utility or infrastructure sectors, lead large-scale, cross-functional projects, managing multiple stakeholders and delivering transformation initiatives within scope, budget, and time.

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