Principle Project Engineer

MECS Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing, ambitious market leader in off-grid power solutions as a Director. This executive role offers the opportunity to shape growth strategies across diverse markets in Africa and Asia. The successful candidate will oversee P&L management, lead a dynamic team, and develop channel partnerships while enjoying a stimulating and rewarding career. With a strong reputation in renewable energy, this position promises significant career progression and the chance to make a real impact in a motivated environment. If you're ready to take on a high-profile challenge, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 10 years in senior management roles in manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• Experience in international power or renewable energy companies is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies for growth in UAE, Africa, and Asia.
• Manage P&L and annual business plans for revenue and market share.

Skills

Senior Management

P&L Management

Commercial Experience

Fluency in English

ERP Implementation

Renewable Energy Knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Novo Executive Search Regional Managing Director - Based in Dubai, UAE

The Company

Our client is a well-established global leader in conventional and renewable off-grid power solutions. The company has established a strong presence and brand recognition in the off-grid power industry, servicing clients globally in various markets and applications across residential, commercial, industrial, telecommunication, healthcare, data centres, and utility sectors.

This position reports to the Group Chief Executive Officer and is based in Dubai, UAE.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement strategies for growth focused on the UAE, the broader Gulf Region, and export markets across Africa and Asia.
2. Have full responsibility over P&L, financial reports, building annual business plans, and achieving set targets in terms of revenue, margins, and market share in sales and after-sales.
3. Set up a company in Saudi Arabia, including factory and aftermarket providing spare parts and service.
4. Manage the business unit team of direct and indirect reports through effective recruitment, development, performance management, and succession planning to maximize team performance and achieve business unit objectives across all functions.
5. Develop and lead channel/distribution partnerships for export to Africa and Asia.

The Successful Applicant

1. 10 years of experience in senior management roles in the mechanical or electrical manufacturing/industrial industries.
2. Proven commercial experience in The Middle East and African markets; experience in international power and/or renewable energy companies is an advantage.
3. Full P&L management experience.
4. Fluency in English is required; Arabic is an advantage but not essential.
5. Willingness to travel across Africa and The Middle East.
6. Experience of ERP implementations - Microsoft Dynamics.
7. Any experience within Renewables (solar/battery-hybrid solutions) or gas generators will be an advantage.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting executive leadership opportunity to join a fast-growing, ambitious market-leading business with a strong reputation and exciting future. The successful candidate will lead a successful Division and be a key member of the group leadership team.

This is a particularly exciting time for our client as it continues to build on its success and further develops its market expansion. The successful candidate will enjoy a stimulating, rewarding and high-profile career within a genuinely exciting business, surrounded by a motivated and highly professional team. There is genuine potential for further career progression, based on ability.

Seniority Level : Director

Employment Type : Full-time

Job Function : Management, Sales, and Engineering

Industries : Engines and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing and Electric Power Generation