VP Engineering Energy and Decarbonisation

CA Global Headhunters; Johannesburg; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company seeks a VP of Engineering Energy and Decarbonisation to develop climate change policies and drive decarbonisation efforts. The role involves strategic energy management, regulatory compliance, and industry engagement, requiring significant experience in engineering and leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in a related role.
• At least 5 years in a management or specialist capacity.
• Experience in legal, accounting, environmental, and corporate finance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement climate change policy and decarbonisation strategy.
• Drive carbon neutrality by 2040 and net zero by 2050.
• Lead coordination of regional energy management strategy.

Skills

Cross-functional thinking

Strategic thinking

Conceptual thinking

Negotiation skills

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in Engineering

Postgraduate Diploma or Honours Degree in Engineering

MBA (advantageous)

Job description

Job Description :

Our client, a leading mining company with multiple operations globally, is seeking a VP of Engineering Energy and Decarbonisation. Core duties include developing and implementing the Group's climate change policy, governance, strategy, objectives, and targets; ensuring alignment of strategic and operational plans with the Group Energy and Decarbonisation Strategy across all regions; and enhancing sustainability by reducing energy and carbon costs.

Responsibilities :

• Set the Group's energy GHG emissions and decarbonisation policy, governance, strategy, objectives, and targets in line with the Group Strategy.
• Drive the delivery of carbon neutrality by 2040 and net carbon zero by 2050.
• Assess corporate strategy opportunities related to energy and decarbonisation.
• Support the integration of Mergers and Acquisitions concerning energy and decarbonisation.
• Lead coordination of the Group demand-side energy management strategy and ensure regional compliance with targets.
• Support development of the South African electricity supply industry to enable decarbonisation.
• Implement operational adaptation and resilience measures related to climate change, energy, and GHG emissions.
• Demonstrate thought leadership in climate change management, risks, and governance concerning energy and GHG emissions.
• Stay informed about the latest developments, innovations, and technologies in energy by liaising with industry peers and research organizations and representing the company at industry forums.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legal frameworks (ICMM, WGC, UNGC, etc.) related to GHG emissions management.
• Assess, plan, source alternative energy supplies, and negotiate terms with energy providers to support decarbonisation goals.
• Represent the company at external industry forums and bodies such as ICMM, Minerals Council, etc.
• Pursue and utilize innovative technologies in climate change, energy, and decarbonisation, including storage and hydrogen.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally across all levels, including C-suite, EXCOs, Boards, government officials, and industry peers.

Requirements : Qualification and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in Engineering.
• Postgraduate Diploma, Honours Degree, or Professional Qualification in Engineering; an MBA is advantageous.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in a related role, with at least 5 years in a management or specialist capacity.
• Cross-functional, strategic, and conceptual thinking skills.
• Skills across legal, accounting, environmental, engineering, and corporate finance; strong negotiation skills.
• Professional communication skills suitable for Board or Ministerial level interactions and project management expertise.

Benefits and Contractual Information :

• Permanent position.

If you wish to apply, please send your CV to Mitchill Wernich at CA Mining. For more opportunities, please visit our website.

Mitchill Wernich

Head of Energy

CA Mining

CA Mining responds to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not hear within two weeks, consider your application unsuccessful. Your CV will be kept on our database for future opportunities.

Key Skills

React Native, AI, Enterprise Software, React, Node.js, Redis, AWS, Software Development, IOS, Team Management, Product Development, Mobile Applications

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : 10+ years

Vacancy : 1