35 Oilgas jobs in South Africa
Energy Sector Advisor
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An exciting opportunity in a rapidly changing sector.
Kuungana Advisory is a UK-headquartered consulting firm that facilitates the transformational change required to increase access to environmentally sustainable and affordable energy supply in low and middle income countries. To date, our core team has been based in London, but to accommodate our growth and to better serve the markets that we are focused on, we are now looking to expand our team to South Africa.
We offer a unique blend of services:
- Designing the energy markets of the future – we prepare robust economic analysis to shape policy and regulation in the energy sector.
- Making net zero bankable – we help our clients to develop new and innovative business models that deliver affordable and reliable energy to end consumers, with a fair allocation of risk and reward.
Our modelling of electricity price projections sits at the heart of much of our analytical work.
Kuungana was established in 2015, and our client base is expanding fast. We are now looking to expand our team to support this growth. Recent clients include donors and development banks such as the World Bank, EBRD, FCDO, UNOPS, and the IFC as well as private sector developers, investors, and lenders. The mix of public and private sector work in our portfolio maximises our opportunities to learn and is good for our clients, who benefit from the depth of our evidence base.
We are already working extensively in South Africa and the Southern Africa region. Recent projects have included:
- Advising an energy trader on an innovative guarantee mechanism, which will unlock new private sector investment in renewable energy.
- Identifying opportunities for renewable energy and battery storage procurement for a South African municipality.
- Acting as market advisor on the buy-side of multiple portfolio M&A deals, involving portfolios of assets in South Africa as well as across Sub-Saharan Africa as a whole.
- Modelling regional electricity prices, including in the competitive SAPP markets, and advising on the prices that can be accessed by different asset classes under different trading strategies.
What will you be doing?
You will be working on a wide range of important projects across the areas highlighted above. In practical terms, this may involve research, market analysis, the preparation of reports and presentations, and the modelling of markets, companies, and projects. You will be preparing advice for governments and regulators on market reforms, and for our private sector clients on value creating commercial strategies.
Being amongst our first permanent team members in South Africa you will have an important role in growing our business in the country and through the wider Southern Africa region.
As the firm grows, you will have the opportunity to manage individual projects and take on responsibilities in coaching and managing other members of the team. You will have an instrumental role in influencing our future, regardless of the level at which you are hired.
Kuungana's international work means that there may be an occasional need to travel, and this need is likely to increase as you gain experience. We offer hybrid working arrangements: in London, our team typically co-locates 2-3 days per week; we intend to establish similar working patterns in Johannesburg.
What is the opportunity for you?
Our focus on emerging economies means that you will have the opportunity to make a difference in your day-to-day project work. We have advised governments on policies to improve energy access for some of the poorest countries in the world and we have advised companies developing innovative new business models to accelerate progress on the energy transition. The radical change taking place in the energy sector means that your role sits at the heart of the transition to net zero.
Your reward package will be competitive, and we will facilitate flexible working arrangements (including part-time working) wherever possible. Working for a fast-growing company means that you have the opportunity to shape your role and our company, and to share in our success. Kuungana is committed to your development – we understand that this is important to your success, and it is important for us to succeed too. Your package will include a flexible budget for personal development.
What are we looking for?
- You will have an analytical skill set and a demonstrable motivation to work on the projects that interest us.
- You will take ownership of your work, you will be able to meet deadlines, and you will be able to succinctly present the conclusions from your analysis.
- You will have the entrepreneurial drive to be part of our growth story, developing our business and our team.
You will have at least an Upper Second / UK 2:1 equivalent degree in an analytical subject. That might be in economics or finance, or it might be in any STEM subject. You must also be entitled to work in South Africa.
This being our first recruitment round in South Africa, it is also important that you have at least 3 years of relevant energy sector work experience. You might have much more. You should be familiar with the key industry players and the structure of the electricity sector in South Africa. Your previous experience might be with another consulting firm, with a developer or investor, with a utility, government agency, or donor.
Beyond these key requirements, we are open to considering a wide range of candidates. The ideal candidate will also have some, but not necessarily all, of the following attributes:
- Experience in modelling the electricity sector and preparing or reviewing electricity price projections,
- Programming skills; for example, use of Python or familiarity with Gurobi, which is used by our power market models,
- Foreign language skills.
The closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 13th October 2025.
Lead Project Manager â Construction/Renewable Energy sector
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- Minimum of 3 5 years' experience in project management within the renewable energy, construction, or infrastructure sectors
- Proven track record in delivering large-scale projects
- Experience managing turnkey contracts and contractor teams
- Proficiency in project management software
- Ability to read technical drawings and work with engineering teams
- Excellent leadership and team management capabilities
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- High attention to detail and a results-driven mindset
DUTIES
- Lead the planning and rollout of installation and maintenance projects
- Define project scope, timelines, resource plans, and budget
- Coordinate civil works, instrumentation, and commissioning phases
- Supervise and support junior project managers across multiple concurrent projects
- Review and approve project plans, site visit reports, and close-out documents prepared by junior PMs
- Conduct regular check-ins, performance feedback, and mentorship sessions
- Act as the primary point of contact for key clients and stakeholders
- Attend client meetings, present progress updates, and manage project expectations
- Coordinate with engineers, HSE consultants, and procurement to ensure project readiness
- Oversee site readiness assessments and pre-installation checklists
- Ensure timely delivery of materials, equipment, and resources to site
- Manage site teams in collaboration with supervisors and field technicians
- Troubleshoot on-site challenges and escalate critical issues when required
- Review and approve HSE files prior to submission
- Lead project-specific risk assessments (HIRA) and toolbox talks
- Daily and weekly progress reports
- Final close-out and installation reports
- Track project costs against budget and flag variances early
- Approve timesheets, travel requests, and material requisitions
- Optimise crew and equipment availability
Salary: R negotiable dependent on experience
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Lead Project Manager â Construction/Renewable Energy sector
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Senior Process Engineer – Energy & Petrochemical Sector
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Senior Process Engineer – Energy & Petrochemical Sector. We are recruiting Senior Process Engineers who are interested in opportunities within the energy, chemical, refining, and petrochemical sectors. This role is ideal for professionals with strong design house experience and expertise in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contracting environments.
Responsibilities- Act as a primary liaison with clients, supporting project teams in technical decision-making.
- Lead and participate in process safety and design reviews, including PFD, P&ID, HAZOP, and SIL assessments.
- Oversee manpower planning and project scheduling for process engineering teams.
- Develop design basis, process flow diagrams, mass and energy balances, and utility balances.
- Prepare piping and instrumentation diagrams, equipment and instrument datasheets, process philosophies, and operational manuals.
- Perform relief valve calculations, relief load assessments, and fire protection system evaluations.
- Specify chemicals and catalysts while reviewing specifications and hazardous area classifications.
- Carry out complex process calculations and unit operation sizing.
- Provide technical leadership throughout basic and detailed engineering, commissioning, and plant start-up phases.
- A BSc in Chemical Engineering with 14+ years’ experience , including 8+ years in EPC contracting within energy, refining, chemical, or petrochemical industries.
- Professional registration with ECSA (preferred).
- Strong knowledge of process design, unit operation sizing, and process safety systems.
- Proficiency in simulation tools such as Aspen, PROII, and HTRI for heat exchanger rating.
- Proven leadership on at least 3 large-scale engineering projects, covering both basic and detailed engineering phases.
- Commissioning and plant start-up experience.
- Essential expertise in distillation process design .
- Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to support multiple projects simultaneously.
- The opportunity to lead high-impact projects in a dynamic and evolving sector.
- Work within a motivated team that values engineering excellence.
- Clear pathways for career growth and professional advancement .
If your profile aligns with the role, you will be contacted regarding next steps.
#J-18808-LjbffrEnergy Expert - Water Sector
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Location : Cape Town CBD, with travel across South Africa and Africa
Salary : R900,000 per annum
- Performance bonus: Up to 6 weeks for exceptional performance
- Discovery medical aid (included in CTC package)
About Our Client :Our client is a renowned non-profit organization that plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainable water security in South Africa and across Africa. As a leading advocate for the green economy, they foster partnerships with businesses and investors to drive innovation in green technologies and services that support a low-carbon, resource-efficient, and inclusive economy.
About the Role :We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Water Sector Analyst to provide strategic technical expertise and leadership in the water sector. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of relevant experience, a strong background in project management and stakeholder engagement, and an in-depth understanding of sustainable water and wastewater technologies. This role will involve spearheading key projects, influencing policy, and supporting municipalities in building resilient water systems.
Key Responsibilities :
- Serve as the lead technical expert on water sector projects, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for water resource management.
- Develop comprehensive business cases for water infrastructure investments, providing high-level technical support to municipalities and governmental entities.
- Lead multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and promoting cross-sectoral collaboration.
- Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including Western Cape municipalities, water technology providers, and other key players, to foster partnerships and unlock funding opportunities.
- Conduct thorough analysis of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, focusing on non-sewered sanitation technologies and strategies for wider adoption.
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to their professional development within the water programme.
- Provide expert input into strategic initiatives, policy discussions, and project management frameworks to support the organization's mission.
Qualifications and Experience :
- Masters degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or Resource Management.
- 6+ years of experience in the water sector, with demonstrated leadership in technical and investment-focused projects.
- Extensive knowledge of sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure technologies, including non-sewered sanitation systems.
- Strong existing network within the water sector, particularly with stakeholders in Western Cape municipalities and water technology providers.
- Proven track record of delivering technical support to municipalities and building high-quality stakeholder relationships.
- Experience in project analysis and investment pipeline development within the water sector.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders across business, government, and funding bodies.
- Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills with experience in identifying and defining market growth interventions.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage projects and teams, as well as maintain productive stakeholder relationships.
Advantages :
- Fluency in Afrikaans, isiXhosa, or isiZulu in addition to English.
- Experience in securing funding and establishing partnerships within the water sector.
- Extensive connections within government bodies, NGOs, academia, and consulting networks.
Professional Growth :This position offers substantial professional growth opportunities through involvement in impactful projects, leadership roles, and strategic stakeholder engagements within South Africas evolving water sector.
#J-18808-LjbffrRetail Compliance & Project Manager (Petroleum Industry)
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Retail Compliance & Project Manager (Petroleum Industry)
Job Openings Retail Compliance & Project Manager (Petroleum Industry)
About the job Retail Compliance & Project Manager (Petroleum Industry)Retail Compliance & Project Manager
Lead compliance and drive strategic retail projects in the petroleum sector
Pretoria | R50,000 CTC | 08:00am 17:00pm
About Our Client
Our client is a proudly South African petroleum company with over 20 years of industry expertise and a national network of over 100 service stations. With a strong focus on sustainable growth, operational excellence, and empowering local communities, they are committed to delivering innovative, value-driven solutions while upholding the highest standards of compliance and quality.
The Role: Retail Compliance & Project Manager
This role is responsible for safeguarding compliance across the retail network while leading projects that drive operational efficiency and strategic growth. Acting as the link between head office, service station owners, and external stakeholders, you will manage contracts, ensure legal and industry standards are met, and streamline processes to strengthen the company's retail operations.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee compliance with all legal, regulatory, and industry requirements across the retail network
- Manage, draft, and maintain retail contracts, ensuring obligations and deadlines are met
- Lead and deliver key projects to improve operational efficiency and support strategic objectives
- Implement and refine systems, tools, and processes for compliance and project execution
- Serve as the main liaison between the head office, retail partners, and external stakeholders
- Monitor legislation, industry trends, and compliance updates to safeguard operations
- Provide structured compliance and project reporting to senior management
- 5 to 8 years of experience in project management, compliance, or contract management (petroleum, retail, or related sectors advantageous)
- Proven track record of managing compliance frameworks and leading projects successfully
- Strong legal and contract management background
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities
- Skilled communicator with strong stakeholder engagement abilities
- Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving and attention to detail
- Proactive, adaptable, and deadline-driven with a strong work ethic
Brand Manager - Ballito (Energy/Petroleum Industry) R20k - R25k + cell
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Our client in the Energy/Petroleum Industry is looking for a Brand Manager. Must come from the area and have a relevant tertiary qualification and Marketing experience, be very hands on, self motivated, a good communicator who is good with people. MUST have own car & licence. This is a very hands-on position so will get involved at all levels, must be confident on IT systems.
Duties & Responsibilities- Creating brand awareness to grow the business
- A very diverse marketing role
- Rolling out loyalty reward programmes (staff training, queries, issues, promotions)
- Develop online platform for retail and marketing support
- Assist with social media management
- Design and implement marketing posters, communication, promotions
- Monthly emailers on new products and special offers
- Matric and Marketing qualification
- Marketing experience within a small/medium sized business
- Good IT knowledge
- Interested in getting involved at all levels
- Own car & driver's licence (NON-NEGOTIABLE)
- Self motivated and uses initiative
R20k - R25k + cell allowance (no benefits on offer)
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Mechanical Engineer: Oil & Gas
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Well-established and growing company, involved in the maintenance and provision of equipment to the marine and oil & gas industries, seeks to employ a graduate Mechanical Engineer at their premises near Bothasig.
Qualifications- B. Sc/ B. Eng in Mechanical Engineering (ESSENTIAL)
- 3D CAD, SolidWorks
- FEA Software
- ASME V111 exposure advantageous
- Around 6 years’ experience in heavy engineering, offshore or subsea
- Design and development of equipment
- Strength calculations and 3D CAD modelling and drawing SolidWorks
- Data pack generation: Work instructions, manuals, QCPs, BOMs
- Project management from inception to delivery
- Quotation, execution, procurement, logistics, resource planning
- Reporting, oversight, manufacturing and quality control
Please apply online or contact Jan van Dyk on 021 – for more information
#J-18808-LjbffrMechanical Engineer: Oil & Gas
Posted 17 days ago
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Well-established and growing company, involved in the maintenance and provision of equipment to the marine and oil & gas industries, seeks to employ a graduate Mechanical Engineer at their premises near Bothasig.
Required qualifications- B. Sc/ B. Eng in Mechanical Engineering (ESSENTIAL)
- 3D CAD, SolidWorks
- FEA Software
- ASME V111 exposure advantageous
- Around 6 years’ experience in heavy engineering, offshore or subsea
- Design and development of equipment
- Strength calculations and 3D CAD modelling and drawing SolidWorks
- Data pack generation: Work instructions, manuals, QCP’s, BOMs
- Project management from inception to delivery
- Quotation, execution, procurement, logistics, resource planning
- Reporting, oversight, manufacturing and quality control
Please apply online or contact Jan van Dyk on 021 – for more information
#J-18808-LjbffrMechanical Engineer: Oil & Gas
Posted 24 days ago
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Well-established and growing company, involved in the maintenance and provision of equipment to the marine and oil & gas industries, seeks to employ a graduate Mechanical Engineer at their premises near Bothasig.
For the position you would be required to have:
- B. Sc/ B. Eng in Mechanical Engineer ESSENTIAL
- 3D CAD, SolidWorks
- FEA Software
- ASME V111 exposure advantageous
- Around 6 years’ experience in heavy engineering, offshore or subsea
Responsibilities would include you to:
- Design and development of equipment
- Strength calculations and 3D CAD modelling and drawing SolidWorks
- Data pack generation: Work instructions, manuals, QCP’s, BOMs
- Project management from inception to delivery
- Quotation, execution, procurement, logistics, resource planning
- Reporting, oversight, manufacturing and quality control
Please apply online or contact Jan van Dyk on 021 – for more information