Business Unit Head: Energy: ENER50000R Gauteng

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (at NQF 8) aligned with: MSR2 Level 5 designation of Chief Engineer or Department Head ECSA’s IDoWE, for complex engineering problems and complex engineering activities Registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa as a Professional Engineer The MSR stipulates either registration or eligibility for registration with ECSA ECSA’s IDoWE, for complex engineering problems and complex engineering activities requires registration as Professional Engineer Relevant bachelor’s degree in business or finance (at NQF 7) To enable turnaround of the service and move from a technical department to a functional trading service, a business qualification is essential MFMA minimum competence (or commitment to achieve within 12 months) Computer literacy: MS Office (MSR) A Master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or equivalent will be an added advantage. At least 10 years management experience in trading services, of which at least 5 must have been at an Middle Management level, in a management position with similar scope and complexity

To provide vision, strategic direction and leadership to the business unit, to drive high performance and provision of world class customer services. Translate organisational strategy into Energy operational objectives, provide strategic direction in meeting Business Unit and organizational objectives and delivery of functional strategic plans. Create, drive and maintain strategic relationships with decision makers and interest groups for purposes of expectation management, knowledge sharing and integration. Communicate a meaningful strategic context that articulates the Business Unit’ purpose and vision in support of COE’s vision & direction and directs best practice. Ensure strategic Energy decisions are dealt with effectively as it relates to operational efficiency. Develop and align the Business Unit operating model and value chain in relation to the organisational mandate in partnership with stakeholders. Implement Business Unit strategy and goals through development, alignment and implementation of department practices, processes and standards. Execute effectively with the Business Unit management team to set strategic objectives and achieve the set strategic objectives and projects. Coordinate development of business plans for the Business Unit. Understanding on a strategic level the as yet unknown changes that will force new directions in the energy distribution value chains. Providing advice to the divisional heads on a strategic and operational level in relation to disruptive forces. Contributing to National Government initiatives in relation to strategy creation in at least the fields related to Energy. Participating in the specialist practice community (including South Africa and internationally) and contributing, where possible, to organisation knowledge management. Responding to any problem that may arise in the Business Unit by analysing and then creating options towards resolution, then actively participating in the practical resolution. Developing operational targets in support of delivery plans and organisational strategic objectives Establishing and managing strategic internal & external relationships inclusive of customer, service provider & relevant legislative agencies & structures Managing an administrative function to meet predetermined requirements, ensuring that organisational demands are met in the short to medium term Developing and driving the implementation and integration of the supply chain and contract management plans Defining a meaningful strategic context that guides and directs best practice, integration, process alignment and service delivery

Closing Date : 2026-08-27