Managing Director - Renewable Energy Operations

Copper Quail; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy group is seeking a seasoned Managing Director to oversee operations in Johannesburg. The role entails leading a multidisciplinary team to optimize performance and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates have over 15 years in the energy sector, including 5 years in an executive role, along with strong skills in leadership and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• 15+ years’ experience in the power or energy sector.
• 5+ years at executive or GM level.
• Proven experience with IPPs and large-scale generation assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational, financial, and governance aspects of the company.
• Ensure compliance with commercial and regulatory agreements.
• Drive plant performance and asset optimization.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Performance optimization

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering, Finance, or Law

Job description

ManagingDirector – Renewable Energy Operations| Johannesburg, South Africa

An exciting leadership opportunity has opened within a global energy group driving Africa’s clean power transition. We’re looking for a strategic, hands -on Managing Director to lead one of the group’s flagship solar power generation assets based in Johannesburg.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned energy professional with a strong grasp of project finance, plant operations, stakeholder management, and performance optimization. You’ll be responsible for steering a multidisciplinary team, overseeing O&M and EPC partnerships, and safeguarding the long‑term value of a major renewable asset.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead all operational, financial, and governance aspects of the company
• Ensure compliance with commercial and regulatory agreements
• Drive plant performance and asset optimization
• Represent the business to key partners, lenders, and authorities
• Champion HSE excellence, ESG initiatives, and sustainable growth

What You’ll Bring:

• Degree in Engineering, Finance, or Law (Master’s preferred)
• 15+ years’ experience in the power or energy sector, including 5+ years at executive or GM level
• Proven experience with IPPs, project finance, and large‑scale generation assets
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills

If you’re ready to lead one of Africa’s most innovative renewable power platforms — shaping its performance, culture, and growth — we’d love to hear from you.