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Head of Operations & Maintenance | Renewable Energy

MSP Staffing Pty


Job Location:

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 1 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 22 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an accomplished Head of Operations & Maintenance to lead the operational strategy and performance of a growing portfolio of renewable energy assets in South Africa. This executive leadership role is ideal for an experienced professional with a strong background in utility-scale renewable energy operations team leadership and asset performance optimisation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the Operations and Maintenance strategy in alignment with business objectives.
  • Lead and manage the O&M function to maximise plant availability production and asset lifespan.
  • Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement performance monitoring and governance.
  • Ensure compliance with contractual obligations regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Manage departmental budgets and resource planning.
  • Lead mentor and develop multidisciplinary technical teams.
  • Monitor key operational and HSE performance indicators and implement improvement initiatives.
  • Oversee reporting to executive management project boards and internal stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with engineering construction asset management finance legal and development teams.
  • Build strong relationships with contractors suppliers regulators and industry stakeholders.
  • Promote a culture of safety operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering.
  • Additional qualification in Law or Commerce will be advantageous.
  • Minimum of 10 years operations and maintenance experience within renewable energy or large-scale industrial projects.
  • Strong understanding of renewable energy asset management and power generation operations.
  • Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
  • Sound knowledge of power generation regulations governance and safety standards.
  • Experience managing operational budgets and business performance.
  • Excellent communication analytical and stakeholder management skills.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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