Senior Hydroelectric Plant Operations Leader Vereeniging

Placements24; Vereeniging; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.800.000 - 2.400.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive remuneration

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & leadership development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Hydroelectric Power Plant Operations Manager to oversee facilities in Vereeniging, Gauteng. Lead safe, reliable operation of hydro-generation assets and manage a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires deep knowledge of turbine and generator technology, maintenance programs, budgets, and regulatory compliance, with strategic planning and stakeholder coordination.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Master's degree or equivalent is advantageous.
• 10+ years in power plant operations, with 5+ years in a management role.
• Deep knowledge of hydroelectric turbine and generator technology.
• Experience in plant maintenance programs and safety/environmental compliance.
• Strong leadership, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination.

Aufgaben

• Direct and manage hydroelectric power plant operations for efficiency and reliability.
• Develop and enforce operating procedures, safety, and environmental plans.
• Oversee maintenance of turbines, generators, penstocks, and spillways.
• Manage budgets, forecast expenses, and control costs.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of operators, technicians, and engineers.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and environmental standards.
• Monitor performance data, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with regulators, grid operators, and service providers.
• Oversee emergency response planning and execution.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance operations and asset longevity.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Financial acumen

Safety management

Environmental compliance

Problem-solving

Communication

Team management

Strategic planning

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree or equivalent (advantageous)

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Hydroelectric Power Plant Operations Manager to oversee facilities in Vereeniging, Gauteng. Lead safe, reliable operation of hydro-generation assets and manage a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires deep knowledge of turbine and generator technology, maintenance programs, budgets, and regulatory compliance, with strategic planning and stakeholder coordination.