Senior Renewable Energy Plant Operations Manager (Hybrid)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Operations Manager for a renewable energy plant near Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will balance site-based management with remote planning, ensuring safety, reliability and profitability.

The role requires leadership of maintenance teams, budget control, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has a technical engineering degree, 6+ years in energy operations, and a proven track record managing complex facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field
• 6+ years in operations and maintenance of power generation facilities, renewable energy preferred
• Experience leading operational teams and managing budgets
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills; familiar with HSE regs

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations to maximize output and efficiency
• Develop procedures to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs with internal teams and contractors
• Monitor performance via SCADA and address deviations
• Manage budgets, control costs, and allocate resources
• Lead and develop the O&M team with a focus on safety
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and permit requirements
• Liaise with regulators, grid operators, and management
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce risks

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Hybrid work experience

SCADA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical) or related technical field

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Operations Manager for a renewable energy plant near Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will balance site-based management with remote planning, ensuring safety, reliability and profitability.

The role requires leadership of maintenance teams, budget control, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has a technical engineering degree, 6+ years in energy operations, and a proven track record managing complex facilities.