Support Service Manager

Hire Resolve; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy is looking for an experienced Support Services Manager to join their senior management team in Somerset West. This role is crucial for managing internal support services including HR, IT, and legal functions. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of leadership experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses are offered.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Performance-related bonus

21 days annual leave

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Discounted healthcare & wellness benefits

Travel allowance for out-of-office work

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in senior leadership, ideally in renewable energy, engineering, or construction.
• Proven ability to manage diverse internal functions from HR and IT to legal and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of internal support professionals across various functions.
• Oversee the day-to-day delivery of all internal support services.
• Collaborate with departmental heads to align services with company objectives.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Management

Tools

MS Office

Primavera P6

Oracle HCM

MS Project

Job description

Overview

Are you a seasoned operations leader with a passion for creating seamless internal support environments? A leading company in the renewable energy sector is looking for an experienced Support Services Manager to join their senior management team.

This role is central to the efficient operation of a multi-disciplinary team that designs, develops, and manages utility-scale solar energy projects. You will oversee a wide range of support services including HCM, legal, IT, translation, travel, facilities management, ISO & ESG accreditation, and more.

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Lead and manage a team of internal support professionals across various functions.
• Oversee the day-to-day delivery of all internal support services.
• Collaborate with departmental heads to align services with company objectives.
• Manage budgets, drive operational efficiency, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop internal policies and procedures to support ISO and ESG compliance.
• Ensure smooth coordination across teams including Project Design, Operations, Finance, and Delivery.

We\'re Looking For

• 7+ years experience in senior leadership, ideally in renewable energy, engineering, or construction.
• A Bachelors degree in Business, Management, or related field (preferred).
• Proven ability to manage diverse internal functions from HR and IT to legal and infrastructure.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of Primavera P6, Oracle HCM, and MS Project is a plus.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

What\'s In It For You

• Competitive base salary + performance-related bonus.
• 21 days annual leave.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Discounted healthcare & wellness benefits.
• Travel allowance for out-of-office work.
• Work in a purpose-driven company shaping the future of renewable energy.

Ready to Apply?

This is your chance to make a lasting impact in a dynamic industry.

To apply, send your CV to Arista Palin at Hire Resolve via:

[e-mail]
hireresolve.us

Or reach out directly via LinkedIn.

This role is managed by Hire Resolve on behalf of our client. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.