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Western Cape, South Africa | Posted on 21/05/2025

Ontec has a diverse team made up of innovative and competent individuals. The company not only drives performance for employees to excel on a professional and personal level but rewards this performance. People here are satisfied, challenged and happy, which makes it a perfect working environment.

We are seeking an experienced individual to join our Operations team and lead cross-functional initiatives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute during the pre-project lifecycle and take full ownership of customer delivery projects. Responsibilities include overseeing project schedules, performance, and budgets to ensure successful outcomes.

Strong project management and technical skills are essential, as the role requires balancing multiple priorities and managing stakeholder expectations. This is an outcome-driven position, focused on delivering results rather than managing tasks.

• Oversee all data preparation and collection for the project.
• Get involved, hands-on, to deliver on contractual deliverables and outcomes.
• Utilize project management methodologies in the development and execution of project plans, schedules, budgets, control points, risk assessment and monitoring, resource allocation, and status reporting.
• Responsible for day-to-day scope management, including meetings, status coordination, schedule and project plan, and project financials.
• Develop project documentation, dashboards, and formal project updates.
• Lead all interactions with service providers and customers.
• Foster a strategic image of the company's capability.
• Inform management of any deviations from set schedule, scope, and budget, with suggestions on how to bring the project back on track.
• Multi-task across all project-related activities and multiple projects.
• Actively participate in solution design, testing, and training.
• Comply with Solution Delivery and corporate policies/procedures.
• Protect Ontec and customer information assets to safeguard confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
• Interact with various stakeholders, such as sales, systems engineering, service providers, customers, product development, and other cross-functional teams.

• A minimum of 5 years project management experience.
• Professional membership (PMI/PMSA) is advantageous.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Project is essential.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to travel (nationally and/or internationally).
• Experience within the utility industry (advantageous).
• Exposure to software projects and international work experience (advantageous).

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Do you get energy from structure, clarity, and momentum ? Are you ready to shift from advising executives to helping build and lead alongside them? Do enjoy being the connective tissue of a fast-moving, values-driven team ? If so, this role could be for you.

Our client is a is a boutique advisory firm that supports senior leaders and organisations navigating complex strategic and operational challenges across various sectors . The firm delivers tailored, insight-driven solutions designed to drive measurable impact .

They are seeking a Project Operations Lead to help scale internal operations and support the leadership team in shaping the next phase of growth.

This role is ideal for a current or former consultant who thrives in a high-performance environment and is eager to apply their problem-solving, communication, and project management skills in an internal leadership capacity. The Project Operations Lead will work directly with the Founder and senior leadership to translate strategic priorities into action , lead internal initiatives, and optimise the firm’s operating model. The role blends elements of internal consulting, operations leadership, and executive support.

If you are ready to serve as a central hub for cross-functional coordination and internal communication for the business, apply below.

Requirements:

• A relevant tertiary qualification (preferably in finance, investment management or accounting).
• CA/SA (SAICA) or CFA preferred
• 2 - 3 years of experience in consulting (e.g., strategy, management, or development consulting).
• Experience supporting complex, multi-stakeholder projects and managing compliance and reporting processes.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to craft high-quality deliverables quickly.
• Self-starter with a proactive mindset and bias for action.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Strong business judgment, attention to detail, and comfort with ambiguity.
• Passion for building and improving systems, processes, and team culture.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received a response from us after 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful for this position.

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Administrative, Project Management, and General Business
• Industries Investment Banking, Financial Services, and Business Consulting and Services

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Inuka is working with a leading renewable energy solutions provider that specializes in accelerating access to reliable and affordable clean energy in high-growth markets. They develop, build, own, and operate renewable energy plants. Currently, the company has 4.4 GW in operation and under construction across four continents. The company is looking for a Project Developer (Wind) in Cape Town, South Africa, to join their global team dedicated to their vision of a better future. In this role, you'll oversee the development and structuring of Renewable Energy (RE) Projects, guiding them from initial opportunity to financial close. Your skills in transaction structuring, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration are vital for project success and construction commencement.

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of the competitive landscape and regulatory changes.
• Facilitate project acquisition negotiations and manage transactions.
• Participate in compliant bidding for Request for Proposals (RFPs) from utilities and private off-takers.
• Secure project financing until financial close.
• Negotiate with potential development partners and maintain external relationships.
• Cultivate relationships with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) globally and locally.
• Coordinate internal and external project development activities, including permits, agreements, and financing.
• Analyze market and policy support for renewable energy projects and develop strategies.
• Lead development teams of 10-20 members, including consultants and subcontractors.
• Expand the shovel-ready project portfolio, with a focus on onshore wind, but open to other technologies (e.g., solar PV, storage).

• University-level degree in Environmental, Legal, Commercial, or Technical field.
• 4-8 years of professional experience, ideally from Investment Banking, Project Finance/Operations, or top Global Management Consulting firms in the Renewable Energy (RE) industry or with RE Independent Power Producers.
• Working knowledge of PPAs, interconnection agreements, permitting requirements, and EPC contract terms (preferable but not required).
• Knowledge of RE Development Regulatory Framework in South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa.
• Fluent in written and spoken English, with Afrikaans or other secondary languages as assets.

A mid-career level position that project manages the successful transition of mobile solutions for Business customers across a wide range of services and solutions including mobility and IoT. The role focuses on supporting the Account Manager in delivering the service to customers, and ensuring operational teams readiness.

• Lead to ensure that all customer projects are completed within agreed time, cost and quality objectives.
• Manage scope of work, budget, timeframes and quality of deliverables.
• Focus on providing exceptional Client Experience.
• Ensure delivery of exceptional client experience through financial integrity, accurate client reporting and billing.
• Ensure that regular CSAT surveys are conducted to monitor client satisfaction.
• Work closely with the sales team to provide a premium service to our clients.
• Develop and drive the execution of agreed projects.
• Drive the implementation, tracking, monitoring and compliance of Projects.
• Contract management in line with Procurement Policies.
• Co-ordinate project reporting.
• Ensure effective implementation of the integrated project management model.
• Ensure that all projects are transitioned on-time, within scope and in compliance with corporate standards.
• Communicate with stakeholders frequently to keep them informed.
• Ensure quality delivery of service to the client.
• Be the point of escalation for all service delivery issues.
• Identify, assess and communicate the impact of changes affecting the customer or service delivery.
• Manage service delivery SLA achievement and high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Monitor overall performance of services and timelines to deliver.
• Good communication around issues and opportunities.
• Build, maintain and analyze service reports to address any possible delays before they occur.
• Distribute service reports weekly to key internal personnel and clients and raise any potential issues.
• Remove all obstacles to customer satisfaction and/or financial performance.
• Work with the client and operations team to identify and manage service improvement activities.
• Propose any amendments to improve processes.
• Develop and implement processes with clients to ensure effective information flow to speed up delivery timelines.
• Ensure operations teams are aware of changes and are prepared.
• Build personal relationships with key client staff.
• Collaborate with senior management on client account management and growth.
• Customer management: tactful, resolute and committed to providing excellent customer service.
• Deliver technical presentations competently.
• Interface with customer “executive” level management on a regular basis.
• Deliver results: ability to plan and organize self and work in order to achieve objectives and targets.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of product offering.
• Take full responsibility for performance management of all direct reports, managing their performance in relation to quality standards and agreed objectives.
• Clarify responsibilities in the team.
• Enable a high performing environment.
• Verify times and value captured by project team against the project.
• Ensure appropriate levels of management and accountability.
• Motivate, delegate and empower appropriately, enabling direct reports to take responsibility and display appropriate creativity and initiative.
• Work with the team to actively grow their skills and lead them in operational excellence.

• 4 Year Tertiary qualification in Commerce or equivalent.
• MBA / Masters advantageous.
• Manager track record of 5 years or more; with at least 3 years in relevant sector/industry in a Client Service leadership role within the ICT industry.
• Proven track record of delivering projects within defined timelines under high pressure.
• Project & program management: able to manage complex projects including concurrent projects and big client specific programs.
• Decisive: must be able to use initiative to make quick decisions to resolve problems and overcome obstacles delaying delivery.

• Job Type: Temporary
• Contract: 12-24 months

Western Cape, South Africa | Posted on 21/05/2025

Ontec has a diverse team made up of innovative and competent individuals. The company not only drives performance for employees to excel on a professional and personal level but rewards this performance. People here are satisfied, challenged and happy, which makes it a perfect working environment.

We are seeking an experienced individual to join our Operations team and lead cross-functional initiatives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute during the pre-project lifecycle and take full ownership of customer delivery projects. Responsibilities include overseeing project schedules, performance, and budgets to ensure successful outcomes.

Strong project management and technical skills are essential, as the role requires balancing multiple priorities and managing stakeholder expectations. This is an outcome-driven position, focused on delivering results rather than managing tasks.

• Oversee all data preparation and collection for the project.
• Get involved, hands-on, to deliver on contractual deliverables and outcomes.
• Utilize project management methodologies in the development and execution of project plans, schedules, budgets, control points, risk assessment and monitoring, resource allocation, and status reporting.
• Responsible for day-to-day scope management, including meetings, status coordination, schedule and project plan, and project financials.
• Develop project documentation, dashboards, and formal project updates.
• Lead all interactions with service providers and customers.
• Foster a strategic image of the company's capability.
• Inform management of any deviations from set schedule, scope, and budget, with suggestions on how to bring the project back on track.
• Multi-task across all project-related activities and multiple projects.
• Actively participate in solution design, testing, and training.
• Comply with Solution Delivery and corporate policies/procedures.
• Protect Ontec and customer information assets to safeguard confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
• Interact with various stakeholders, such as sales, systems engineering, service providers, customers, product development, and other cross-functional teams.

• A minimum of 5 years project management experience.
• Professional membership (PMI/PMSA) is advantageous.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Project is essential.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to travel (nationally and/or internationally).
• Experience within the utility industry (advantageous).
• Exposure to software projects and international work experience (advantageous).

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Purpose of Job

For Your Benefit is an advice service delivered on behalf of Power NI by Bryson Care. We are seeking a Generalist Advisor Project Lead who will lead and drive the work of a dedicated team in the delivery of a service to help tackle debt issues and provide a practical support package to vulnerable customers. The service offers advice and information on benefits, energy efficiency, referral to schemes, budgeting, and managing energy debt.

Details

• Permanent
• Belfast/Hybrid
• Monday – Friday, 35 hours per week
• £32,250 per annum

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership for the energy and benefits advice project.
• Recruit, induct, and train staff.
• Achieve key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Identify, prioritize, and allocate referrals in partnership with Power NI.
• Organize and implement a referral system.
• Manage electronic files and maintain accurate records.
• Monitor service effectiveness and facilitate evaluations.
• Provide monthly reports and customer case studies.
• Promote the service at meetings and events.
• Attend internal and external meetings.
• Collaborate with professionals and agencies.
• Ensure high-quality service delivery aligned with best practices.

Essential Criteria

• OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Generalist Advice or equivalent qualification.
• At least 2 years’ experience in energy efficiency and benefits advice within the last 5 years.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Benefit Assessment software.
• Valid driver’s license, access to transport, and appropriate insurance.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience with the Social Security Benefits system, including Universal Credits and PIP.

Application packs are available at .

Closing date: 1 pm, Friday 15th August 2025. We reserve the right to close the role early.

• Initial funding for 12 months, with plans for continuation.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Human Resources

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SUMMARY:

A provider of specialized crop solutions to the agricultural industry is seeking the above to be responsible for successfully leading, managing, and executing identified projects. These projects include new market channels and/or growth initiatives aimed at expanding the organization’s existing market share through various entities within the group or capturing alternative market channels.

Business Project Lead Agriculture

Recruiter:

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

PTA001481/EV

Date posted:

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:

A provider of specialized crop solutions to the agricultural industry is seeking the above to be responsible for successfully leading, managing, and executing identified projects. These projects include new market channels and/or growth initiatives aimed at expanding the organization’s existing market share through various entities within the group or capturing alternative market channels.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a B.Com., B. Sc. or similar degree; An Agricultural Economics qualification would be an advantage
• Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience
• Experience in client relations, negotiations, commercial agreement, demand planning and supply chain would be highly advantageous
• Must have working knowledge of agricultural input products and general farming practices
• Entrepreneurial experience and business acumen is advantageous
• General understanding of the agricultural input value chain including key industry stakeholders (associations / industry bodies, competitors, farmers)
• High level understanding of broader agriculture landscape and dynamics and a strong ability to effectively work in and/or manage cross-functional teams (who are not direct reports), including internal stakeholders, customers and channel partners
• Strong negotiation, written and verbal communication skills in Afrikaans and English
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders even in difficult circumstances
• Display excellent skills in project management and effective planning
• Must be assertive, structured, disciplined and self-starter
  
  

• Evaluating business opportunities with selected partners to identify customer needs, challenges, and scope for implementing differentiated value propositions and channels to market.
• Performing needs analysis on product requirements and identifying opportunities to aggregate products for bulk supply.
• Evaluating technical inputs and support required.
• Transforming needs into a budget and project plan.
• Discussing budgets with WUSA Department Heads to devise value propositions, optimum supply plans, and required support.
• Performing key account visits to leading farmers to ensure continuous communication, proactively identifying challenges, and resolving issues.
• Conducting regular meetings and discussions with channel partners and stakeholders to discuss opportunities and challenges while monitoring progress.
• Reporting and discussing opportunities and challenges, and monitoring progress with WUSA Departmental Heads and Group Executives.
• Collaborating closely with the Group Executive to refine, transition, and prepare opportunities for execution.
• Monitoring the external environment for trends, disruptions, and adjacent market opportunities, and presenting insights to the Group Executive.
• Preparing and delivering clear, structured updates and recommendations to channel partners, stakeholders, and key clients.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries Advertising Services

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Our client, a large international mining house based in the Northern Cape, is currently embarking on a large-scale flagship project. They have the perfect opportunity for a Lead Electrical Engineer with a GCC Mines & Works and extensive experience on mineral processing plants.

• Lead the design and implementation of electrical projects related to the Process Plant.
• Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental standards are adhered to.
• Ensure goals and objectives are met in a timeous manner.
• Lead the electrical activities at the construction site.
• Understand the overall legal and electrical requirements for timing of construction activities in order to meet project requirements.
• Must have knowledge of the Electrical Quality Assurance and Inspection systems.
• Continuous monitoring of electrical activities at the construction site.

• Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent.
• GCC Mines & Works Electrical is essential.
• 7+ years previous experience in Electrical Project Management/Engineering within the Mining industry.
• Experience working on a start-up/Greenfields project.
• Excellent English communication skills are essential.
• Ability to lead and mentor a large team of subordinates from a diverse cultural background.
• Electrical certification with ECSA.
• Experience in electrical installation of Crushers/Mills/Mining equipment, etc.
• Experience in medium voltage and low voltage charging and installations.

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2. Battery Energy Storage Systems: Technical Project Lead (BESS) - Define and lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender), and Final Development Stage (Financial Close), including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers, and contractors.
3. Grid Connection: Technical Project Lead - Define and lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender), and Final Development Stage (Financial Close), including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers, and contractors.
4. Onshore Wind: Technical Project Lead - Define and lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender), and Final Development Stage (Financial Close), including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers, and contractors.
5. Solar PV: Technical Project Lead - Define and lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender), and Final Development Stage (Financial Close), including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers, and contractors.
6. Technical Project Manager: Multi-Technology - Define and lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender), and Final Development Stage (Financial Close), including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers, and contractors.

Education

• Engineering Qualification: BSc, BEng, or BTech
• Additional relevant qualifications would be advantageous
• Professional registration would be advantageous

Language

• Fluent in English (verbal and written skills)