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Security Analyst - Penetration Testing & Red Teaming
Posted 25 days ago
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Our client is looking for a talented Security Analyst who is ready to take on a variety of security assessments and grow their career in a high-energy, cutting-edge environment.
Responsibilities:
Penetration Testing:
- Collaborate within a team of experts to conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests across a wide range of technologies.
- Assess network, application (web and thick client), mobile, wireless, social engineering, and physical security, using both automated and manual techniques.
- Engage with clients professionally to deliver insights and constructive feedback, ensuring their security needs are met.
- Dive deep into security topics like network, database, and application security, developing your expertise along the way.
- Leverage your skills with penetration testing tools to uncover vulnerabilities and improve security measures.
Red Teaming:
- Become part of an elite Red Team, focusing on reconnaissance using open-source intelligence (OSINT) to gather actionable data.
- Take the lead in compromising systems by identifying vulnerabilities in people, processes, and technology.
- Develop and deploy command-and-control servers and custom payloads, establishing persistence within target environments.
- Evolve your craft by creating new tools, techniques, and procedures to avoid detection by defenders.
- Work on escalation, maintaining long-term access to compromised networks, and exfiltrating critical data.
Research and Development:
- Stay ahead of the curve by researching and identifying new vulnerabilities, focusing on high-profile products and systems.
- Understand and analyze the latest tactics used by threat actors to craft innovative security strategies.
- Develop and refine attack methodologies that will be used to strengthen future defensive efforts.
Requirements:
Experience:
- 2-5 years' hands-on Penetration Testing, including a strong background in network, mobile, web, and wireless security assessments.
- Strong understanding of common vulnerability assessment and penetration testing tools.
- Ability to think critically and creatively to solve complex security challenges.
- Strong communication skills for both internal collaboration and client-facing interactions.
- Passion for continuous learning and staying updated on the latest in cybersecurity.
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Engineering Manager – Red Sands
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Globeleq Groblershoop, Northern Cape, South Africa
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Description
Globeleq, as the lead Sponsor of the Red Sands BESS Project, intends to commence construction of a 153MW/712MWh battery energy project and associated grid connection which includes construction of a new Eskom Main Transformer Station, overhead lines and a Switching Station.
Application Deadline: 31 March 2025
Department: Operations
Location: South Africa
Globeleq, as the lead Sponsor of the Red Sands BESS Project, intends to commence construction of a 153MW/712MWh battery energy project and associated grid connection which includes construction of a new Eskom Main Transformer Station, overhead lines and a Switching Station.
The Project is located in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa near the town of Groblershoop and is split across two main sites with the overhead line corridor connecting them.
The Project is well advanced in its development including contractor selection, planning permissions, site studies, land agreements, and financing and project agreements.
Financing is being arranged through South African commercial banks and sponsor equity.
A single EPC construction company will construct the Project under a bespoke turn-key EPC contract. The EPC contractor is expected to have multiple key subcontractors who specialise in electrical and civil works. The EPC contractor is also responsible for delivery of the battery which will be containerised lithium-ion technology.
Construction is expected to commence around June 2025 with a minimum construction periodof 24 months.
We have partnered with AltGen for this recruitment, in case of any queries kindly reach out to the team by emailing
Main Purpose of Role
The Engineering Manager shall lead the Employer's technical team to monitor, witness andenforce the construction contractor's contractual obligations. The Engineering Manager willhave a team of persons to assist, including access to specialist engineers to ensure the project is
successfully delivered safely, on-time and in accordance with the contractual obligations.
Key Responsibilities (this list is not exhaustive)
The Engineering Manager, shall manage and coordinate the Employer's technical team, Site Supervisor(s), Technician(s), Scheduler, Owner's Engineer, and undertake the following activities:
General
- Manage the Employer's technical team resources,
- Assist the Employer's team in all aspects of construction monitoring activities, in particular in relation to site HSESS monitoring and enforcement,
- Assess, manage and update the technical inputs for the Employer's risk register,
- Monitor the quality of the Contractor's staff and subcontracted teams,
- Facilitate good communication between the Employer and Contractor's teams,
- Ensure the Employer's management team is fully appraised of all site activities such that issues can be quickly addressed.
- Prepare technical aspects of the internal reporting,
- Ensure the efficient and effective running of technical site meetings.
- Assist and guide the Contractor in the management and execution of site activities (not instructing or advising),
- Ensure all technical interfaces are identified and managed,
- Ensure the Contractor is undertaking all works in accordance with the contract, the specifications and the agreement management plans,
- Monitor site activities to ensure they are undertaken in a safe and controlled manner,
- Confirm all activities are being undertaken within the permitted site boundaries,
- Review and opine on construction and safety method statements or procedures.
- Manage the Owner's Engineering team and contract to ensure they are working efficiently and in accordance with the requirements,
- Manage the interface with the Independent Engineer,
- Manage the interface with the Lender's Technical Advisors,
- Support the Owner's Engineer site team in the witnessing of works progress and quality.
- Ensure the design review process is set up, well managed and undertaken correctly,
- Ensure the design review process is undertaken in a timely fashion,
- Ensure the design review comments are recorded, issued to the Contractor and acted upon,
- Ensure all design review comments are maintained at the end of the construction process.
- Develop and enact the Employer's quality management plan,
- Review and opine on the Contractor's quality management plan,
- Ensure the Contractor is executing the agreed quality management plans,
- Manage efficient attendance for hold points and tests witnessing to ensure no delays attributable to the Employer or other Stakeholders,
- Ensure all quality records are well maintained,
- Maintain a technical written and photographic record of the works undertaken.
- Ensure all testing and commissioning activities are witnessed by the relevant parties,
- Ensure grid code compliance tests are fully executed, documented and signed off by the grid operator.
- Manage all relationships, communications and notifications with the grid operator,
- Ensure grid operator notice periods and other obligations are adhered to,
- Ensure compliance with grid operators requests.
- Manage all technical inputs for the drawdown requests,
- Responsible for the approval of the Contractor's milestone and invoice applications,
- Manage technical aspects of all claims, variations and other contractual mechanisms,
- Support any insurance claims with technical inputs,
- Ensure all contractual milestone obligations are delivered and certificates issued by the relevant parties.
In coordination with the Employer's Scheduler (if in place),
- Review and opine on the Contractors baseline schedules,
- Monitor all works against the baseline schedules and ensure the Employer is fully appraised of progress,
- Maintain a simplified schedule for use in internal reports,
- Maintain a detailed parallel construction schedule to reference against the Contractors stated progress for use in assessing impacts of delays or claims,
- Identification of potential delays and recommendations for resolution,
- Ensure the Employer's team is fully aware of all upcoming activities in order to effectively plan and resource.
- Coordinate defects management and recording between the Employer and Contractor,
- Ensure the defects list is maintained and up to date,
- Ensure all defects are assigned a cost,
- Ensure all defects are closed out and resolutions recorded,
- Manage the root cause analysis (or similar systems) for significant issues to ensure nor repeats.
- Manage the installation of the Employer's permanent telecommunications link(s),
- Ensure the Contractor has successfully integrated all control systems, including, grid interfaces,
- Verification of control system calculations,
- Ensure data flow between site and the Employer's remote-control centre.
- Ensure the Contractor's training plans are sufficiently for the thorough training of the operations and maintenance teams.
- Ensure all warranties are in place before Taking Over,
- Ensure all warranty conditions are known, observed and are capable of being met.
- Ensure all H&S and O&M plans are complete prior to Taking Over,
- Confirm the handover of all stocks and spares from the Contractor,
- Ensure stocks are spares are correctly entered into the Employer's management systems.
Direct experience in the construction of power projects in emerging markets with a track record of delivery.
More specifically, the required experience and skill set includes;
- Minimum BS/MS engineering degree or substantial equivalent technical training and prior extensive experience in project and site management.
- 5 or more years' power construction site management experience in developing markets, with previous experience as the lead commercial/technical manager for the Owner with evidence of successfully concluding on time and within budget,
- Significant experience with the construction of HV power infrastructure, preferably for Eskom, with evidence of strong grid stakeholder and interface management,
- Experience with battery energy technology advantageous, while previous experience managing new tech grid integration is highly sought,
- Experience and familiarity with project financing documents,
- Broad background of previous exposure to various disciplines, civil, electrical, mechanical on construction projects and accumulated knowledge base of construction methods used in these disciplines,
- Direct experience in the management of EPC Contractors, subcontractors and Owner's construction management teams,
- Direct experience in establishing, monitoring and managing project construction budgets with direct experience in project drawdown processes,
- Extensive knowledge and familiarity with EPC contract terms and conditions, interrelationships of risks with respect to Company vs. Client risks and participation in the negotiation, management and handover of power projects,
- Working knowledge of and experience in development, managing and analysing project schedules, including use of Microsoft Project or similar CPM scheduling software,
- Ability to travel and live internationally; exhibit the personality and character composition to work with all nationalities and cultures that will be encountered.
- Confident in commercial, financial, legal, technical, negotiation and project management skills,
- Fluent in English (speaking & writing),
- Preference in Afrikaans,
- A strong team builder and leader with a good understanding of organisation design principles,
- Participative leader, capable of leveraging the input and experience of the broader team to analyse options and then make decisions as necessary,
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point, MS Projects and/or PrimaVera,
- Confident presenter, with previous experience in engaging with stakeholders from national and local govt, communities, technical and commercial partners and stakeholders, board and lenders,
- Strong communication skills particularly relationship management and negotiation skills,
- Creative and innovative,
- Cross-cultural awareness and ethical behaviour.
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Contract
- Job function Engineering and Information Technology
- Industries Utilities
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#J-18808-LjbffrDIESEL MECHANIC (RED SEAL)
Posted 17 days ago
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- Trade tested Diesel Mechanic.
- At least 5 years experience in the position of mechanic post
- Sound knowledge of Agricultural Equipment and on mechanical machinery operation and maintenance
- Must have a high level of energy with a positive can-do attitude and willingness to go the extra mile
- Strong record keeping skills
- Strong management and communication skills
- Ability to work well independently and within a team
- Valid drivers license
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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Site Manager – Project Red Sands
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Globeleq Groblershoop, Northern Cape, South Africa
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Globeleq Groblershoop, Northern Cape, South Africa
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Description
Globeleq, as the lead Sponsor of the Red Sands BESS Project, intends to commence construction of a 153MW/712MWh battery energy project and associated grid connection which includes construction of a new Eskom Main Transformer Station, overhead lines and a Switching Station.
Application Deadline: 31 March 2025
Department: Operations
Location: South Africa
Globeleq, as the lead Sponsor of the Red Sands BESS Project, intends to commence construction of a 153MW/712MWh battery energy project and associated grid connection which includes construction of a new Eskom Main Transformer Station, overhead lines and a Switching Station.
The Project is located in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa near the town of Groblershoop and is split across two main sites with the overhead line corridor connecting them.
The Project is well advanced in its development including contractor selection, planning permissions, site studies, land agreements, and financing and project agreements.
Financing is being arranged through South African commercial banks and sponsor equity.
A single EPC construction company will construct the Project under a bespoke turn-key EPC contract. The EPC contractor is expected to have multiple key subcontractors who specialise in electrical and civil works. The EPC contractor is also responsible for delivery of the battery which will be containerised lithium-ion technology.
Construction is expected to commence around June 2025 with a minimum construction period of 24 months.
We have partnered with AltGen for this recruitment, in case of any queries kindly reach out to the team by emailing
Main Purpose of Role
The Site Manager forms part of the Employer's construction management team which monitorsand enforces the construction contractors', and other parties' contractual obligations. The SiteManager shall lead the Employer's technical team to monitor, witness and enforce theconstruction contractor's contractual obligations. The Site Manager will have a team of personsto assist, including access to specialist engineers to ensure the project is successfully deliveredsafely, on-time and in accordance with the contractual obligations.
Key Responsibilities (this list is not exhaustive)
The Site Manager shall manage and coordinate the Employer's technical team, Site Supervisor(s), Owner's Engineer, and undertake the following activities:
General
- Manage the Employer's technical team resources,
- Assist the Employer's team in all aspects of construction monitoring activities, in particular in relation to site HSESS monitoring and enforcement,
- Assess, manage and update the technical inputs for the Employer's risk register,
- Monitor the quality of the Contractor's staff and subcontracted teams,
- Facilitate good communication between the Employer and Contractor's teams,
- Ensure the Employer's management team is fully appraised of all site activities such that issues can be quickly addressed.
- Prepare technical aspects of the internal reporting,
- Ensure the efficient and effective running of technical site meetings.
- Assist and guide the Contractor in the management and execution of site activities (not instructing or advising),
- Ensure all technical interfaces are identified and managed,
- Ensure the Contractor is undertaking all works in accordance with the contract, the specifications and the agreement management plans,
- Monitor site activities to ensure they are undertaken in a safe and controlled manner,
- Confirm all activities are being undertaken within the permitted site boundaries,
- Review and opine on construction and safety method statements or procedures.
- Manage the Owner's Engineering team and contract to ensure they are working efficiently and in accordance with the requirements,
- Support the Owner's Engineer site team in the witnessing of works progress and quality.
- Assist with the interface with the Independent Engineer, Clerk of Works and Lender's Technical Advisors.
- Assist with the design review process where necessary.
- Review and opine on the Contractor's quality management plan,
- Ensure the Contractor is executing the agreed quality management plans,
- Manage efficient attendance for hold points and tests witnessing to ensure no delays attributable to the Employer or other Stakeholders,
- Ensure all quality records are well maintained,
- Maintain a technical written and photographic record of the works undertaken.
- Ensure all testing and commissioning activities are witnessed by the relevant parties,
- Ensure grid code compliance tests are fully executed, documented and signed off by the grid operator.
- Work with the Engineering Manager to manage grid operator relationships, notice periods and other obligations,
- Ensure compliance with grid operators requests.
- Manage all technical inputs for the drawdown requests,
- Support for the approval of the Contractor's milestone and invoice applications,
- Support technical aspects of all claims, variations and other contractual mechanisms,
- Support any insurance claims with technical inputs,
- Ensure all contractual milestone obligations are delivered and certificates issued by the relevant parties.
In coordination with the Employer's Scheduler (if in place),
- Review and opine on the Contractors baseline schedules,
- Monitor all works against the baseline schedules and ensure the Employer is fully appraised of progress,
- Identification of potential delays and recommendations for resolution,
- Ensure the Employer's team is fully aware of all upcoming activities in order to effectively plan and resource.
- Ensure the defects list is maintained and up to date,
- Ensure all defects are assigned a cost,
- Ensure all defects are closed out and resolutions recorded,
- Participate in root cause analysis (or similar systems) for significant issues to ensure nor repeats.
- Ensure the Contractor has successfully integrated all control systems, including, grid interfaces,
- Ensure the Contractor's training plans are sufficiently for the thorough training of theoperations and maintenance teams.
- Ensure all warranty conditions are known, observed and are capable of being met.
- Ensure all H&S and O&M plans are complete prior to Taking Over,
- Confirm the handover of all stocks and spares from the Contractor,
- Ensure stocks are spares are correctly entered into the Employer's management systems.
Direct experience in the construction of power projects in emerging markets with a track record of delivery.
More specifically, the required experience and skill set includes;
- Minimum BS/MS engineering degree or substantial equivalent technical training and prior extensive experience in project and site management.
- 5 or more years' power construction site management experience in developing markets, with previous experience as the lead commercial/technical manager for the
- Owner with evidence of successfully concluding on time and within budget,
- Significant experience with the construction of HV power infrastructure, preferably for Eskom, with evidence of strong grid stakeholder and interface management,
- Experience with battery energy technology advantageous, while previous experience managing new tech grid integration is highly sought,
- Experience and familiarity with project financing documents,
- Broad background of previous exposure to various disciplines, civil, electrical, mechanical on construction projects and accumulated knowledge base of construction methods used in these disciplines,
- Direct experience in the management of EPC Contractors, subcontractors and Owner's construction management teams,
- Direct experience in establishing, monitoring and managing project construction budgets with direct experience in project drawdown processes,
- Extensive knowledge and familiarity with EPC contract terms and conditions, interrelationships of risks with respect to Company vs. Client risks and participation in the negotiation, management and handover of power projects,
- Working knowledge of and experience in development, managing and analysing project schedules, including use of Microsoft Project or similar CPM scheduling software,
- Ability to travel and live internationally; exhibit the personality and character composition to work with all nationalities and cultures that will be encountered.
- Confident in commercial, financial, legal, technical, negotiation and project management skills,
- Fluent in English (speaking & writing),
- Preference in Afrikaans,
- A strong team builder and leader with a good understanding of organisation design principles,
- Participative leader, capable of leveraging the input and experience of the broader team to analyse options and then make decisions as necessary,
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point, MS Projects and/or PrimaVera,
- Confident presenter, with previous experience in engaging with stakeholders from national and local govt, communities, technical and commercial partners and stakeholders, board and lenders,
- Strong communication skills particularly relationship management and negotiation skills,
- Creative and innovative,
- Cross-cultural awareness and ethical behaviour.
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Contract
- Job function Project Management and Information Technology
- Industries Utilities
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#J-18808-LjbffrCyber Security Lead - Red Team
Posted 2 days ago
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JOB TITLE:
Cyber Security Lead – Red Team (Administrative Focus)
LOCATION:
Johannesburg / Cape Town (Remote / Hybrid)
ABOUT CYBERLOGIC:
Cyberlogic is a trusted Managed Solutions Provider with offices in South Africa, Mauritius, and the UK. Serving a diverse range of clients, spanning numerous industries, including the international maritime sector, Cyberlogic specialises in IT leadership, cyber security, cloud solutions, and business intelligence. For almost three decades, Cyberlogic has been committed to enabling digital transformation through delivering unquestionable value.
Our delivery focus has enabled us to build up a national and international footprint of loyal clients that rely on us to provide transparent, open guidance to improve their processes, grow their businesses, and secure their data.
Cyberlogic is part of the Hyperclear Technology group, which boasts a diverse technology offering including robotic process automation (RPA), business process management (BPM) data analytics, and decisioning technology.
Through our non-profit, R4C (Ride for a Child) , we partner with Bright Start Education Foundation, an organisation empowering deserving learners from underprivileged communities, providing holistic support and guidance throughout their educational careers.
OUR VALUES:
• We challenge ourselves to be more AWESOME
• We are driven to KEEP learning and EVOLVING
• We look beyond symptoms to identify and RESOLVE ROOT CAUSES
• We hold each other accountable through CANDID and constructive FEEDBACK
• We respect and care for each other and know we will only SUCCEED if we work AS A TEAM
• We CARE deeply ABOUT the success of CYBERLOGIC
• We FINISH WHAT WE START
• We always GIVE OUR BEST even if it means putting in the hard yards
• We KEEP THINGS SIMPLE
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
We are seeking a Red Team Lead with a strong focus on administrative operations and team coordination to support our red team within a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) environment. This role is designed to offload non-technical responsibilities from our technical leadership, enabling them to focus on fieldwork, mentorship, and service quality.
The ideal candidate excels at operational coordination, documentation, and cross-team communication—and is confident supporting business functions such as proposal writing, Statement of Work creation, and internal liaison with sales and project management teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Team & Operational Coordination
- Act as the main liaison between the red team and the Project Management Office (PMO) for resource planning, timelines, and engagement handoffs.
- Coordinate technical team availability, training, and internal initiatives.
- Maintain visibility over active and upcoming engagements to support resource and capacity planning.
People Leadership
- Be a people leader to a team of Cyber Security Red Teamers.
- Conduct performance reviews on subordinates.
- Manage team member leave requests.
- Have 1 on 1s with team members.
- Perform initiatives from a leader perspective that can improve team morale and increase our employee value proposition.
Administrative Leadership
- Manage and maintain documentation processes, including version control, internal QA coordination, and standardised templates.
- Maintain team operational assets such as tooling inventories, internal process documents, and reporting checklists.
- Ensure consistent and efficient delivery operations across all red team engagements.
Sales Enablement & Scoping Support
- Support the sales and pre-sales teams in creating engagement proposals, scopes, and pricing estimates (e.g., Bill of Materials).
- Draft and review Statements of Work (SoWs) for red team services, ensuring they align with delivery capabilities and client expectations.
- Participate in scoping calls to gather and clarify engagement requirements and assist in translating them into deliverable-ready documents.
- Ensure alignment between red team delivery, client expectations, and contractual terms.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement Support
- Attend client calls (scoping, planning, debriefs) in a supporting capacity—documenting decisions, next steps, and action items.
- Coordinate feedback, QA processes, and delivery of final reports and documentation.
- Facilitate clear communication between clients, red team members, PMO, and sales.
Operational Development:
- Work with red team members and PMO to optimise internal workflows, team communications, and knowledge management.
- Track and report on engagement metrics such as QA outcomes, documentation timelines, and delivery consistency.
- Help streamline internal tools and documentation processes to support team efficiency and scalability.
Support & Collaboration
- Assist the technical lead in organising internal mentorship programs, training schedules, and knowledge sharing sessions.
- Track certifications, training completion, and team development initiatives.
- Coordinate onboarding processes and logistics for new red team members.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
Required Skills & Experience:
- 3+ years in an operational, coordination, or technical support role in cyber security or a related technology field.
- Familiarity with red team or offensive security concepts, services, and delivery models.
- Experience supporting sales or pre-sales efforts through documentation or scoping support.
- Exceptional organisational and documentation skills.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to interface across technical, sales, and client-facing teams.
- Proficient in tools such as Microsoft 365.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with writing or contributing to Statements of Work, proposals, and project scoping documentation.
- Background supporting MSSP or consulting environments.
- Exposure to QA processes and documentation standards in technical or security teams.
- Understanding of compliance and security frameworks (PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, NIST, etc.).
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE:
- Red team operations are seamless and consistent, with a clear separation between technical and administrative responsibilities.
- The technical lead is free to focus on fieldwork, technical QA, and team mentorship, while engagements are well-supported behind the scenes.
- Sales and PMO teams are supported with accurate, timely input for proposals, SoWs, and engagement planning.
- Clients experience smooth communication, timely deliverables, and consistently high-quality service.
Should you work from home, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location to deliver your best in terms of performance and productivity.
#J-18808-LjbffrSite Supervisor – Project Red Sands
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Globeleq Groblershoop, Northern Cape, South Africa
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Globeleq Groblershoop, Northern Cape, South Africa
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Description
Globeleq, as the lead Sponsor of the Red Sands BESS Project, intends to commence construction of a 153MW/712MWh battery energy project and associated grid connection which includes construction of a new Eskom Main Transformer Station, overhead lines and a Switching Station.
Application Deadline: 31 March 2025
Department: Operations
Location: South Africa
Globeleq, as the lead Sponsor of the Red Sands BESS Project, intends to commence construction of a 153MW/712MWh battery energy project and associated grid connection which includes construction of a new Eskom Main Transformer Station, overhead lines and a Switching Station.
The Project is located in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa near the town of Groblershoop and is split across two main sites with the overhead line corridor connecting them.
The Project is well advanced in its development including contractor selection, planning permissions, site studies, land agreements, and financing and project agreements.
Financing is being arranged through South African commercial banks and sponsor equity.
A single EPC construction company will construct the Project under a bespoke turn-key EPC contract. The EPC contractor is expected to have multiple key subcontractors who specialise in electrical and civil works. The EPC contractor is also responsible for delivery of the battery which will be containerised lithium-ion technology.
Construction is expected to commence around June 2025 with a minimum construction period of 24 months.
We have partnered with AltGen for this recruitment, in case of any queries kindly reach out to the team by emailing
Main Purpose of Role
The Site Supervisor forms part of the Employer's construction management team whichmonitors and enforces the construction contractor's contractual obligations. The Site Supervisoris primarily responsible for witnessing the quality and progress of the Contractor's works andensuring these are done in accordance with the contractual obligations. Where necessary theSite Supervisor will support the Employer's wider construction management team and givesupport to the Contractor to ensure the project is successfully delivered safely, on-time and inaccordance with the contractual obligations.
Key Responsibilities (this list is not exhaustive)
The Site Supervisor shall, in conjunction with the Employer's technical team, undertake the following activities:
General
- Assist the Employer's team in all aspects of construction monitoring activities, in particular in relation to site HSESS monitoring and enforcement,
- Provide technical inputs for the Employer's risk register,
- Monitor the quality of the Contractor's staff and subcontracted teams,
- Facilitate good communication between the Employer and Contractor's teams,
- Ensure the Employer's management team is fully appraised of all site activities such that issues can be quickly addressed.
- Prepare certain technical aspects of the internal reporting,
- Participate in, and where necessary lead, technical site meetings.
- Assist and guide the Contractor in the management and execution of site activities (not instructing or advising),
- Ensure technical interfaces are identified and managed,
- Ensure the Contractor is undertaking all works in accordance with the contract, the specifications and the agreement management plans,
- Monitor site activities to ensure they are undertaken in a safe and controlled manner,
- Confirm all activities are being undertaken within the permitted site boundaries,
- Review and opine on construction and safety method statements or procedures.
- Support the Owner's Engineer site team in the witnessing of works progress and quality,
- Assist with the interface with the Independent Engineer and Lender's Technical Advisors.
- Assist with the design review process where necessary.
- Assist with the development of the Employer's quality management plan undertake the relevant Employer's quality assurance and control processes,
- Opine on the Contractor's quality management plan,
- Ensure the Contractor is executing the agreed quality management plans,
- Assist with management of hold points and tests witnessing to ensure no delays attributable to the Employer or other Stakeholders,
- Ensure all quality records are well maintained,
- Maintain a technical written and photographic record of the works undertaken.
- Participate in the witnessing and confirmation of all tests and commissioning activities,
- Ensure grid code compliance tests are fully executed, documented and signed off by the grid operator.
- Ensure compliance with grid operators requests.
- Assist with technical inputs for the drawdown requests,
- Assist with approval of the Contractor's milestone and invoice applications,
- Assist with technical aspects of all claims, variations and other contractual mechanisms,
- Support any insurance claims with technical inputs,
- Assessment of contractual milestone obligations.
- Assist the Scheduler in assessment of works progress and monitoring.
- Ensure the defects list is maintained and up to date,
- Ensure all defects are assigned a cost,
- Ensure all defects are closed out and resolutions recorded,
- Participate in root cause analysis (or similar systems) for significant issues to ensure nor repeats.
- Assess the installation of all digital, control and SCADA systems,
- Assist with the verification of data flow and analysis.
- Opine on the Contractor's training plans to ensure they are sufficient for the thorough training of the operations and maintenance teams.
- Review of warranties and confirm the conditions are capable of be met on site.
- Confirm all H&S and O&M plans are complete prior to Taking Over,
- Confirm the handover of all stocks and spares from the Contractor,
- Ensure stocks are spares are correctly entered into the Employer's management systems.
Direct experience in the construction of power projects in emerging markets with a track record of delivery.
More specifically, the required experience and skill set includes;
- 5 or more years' construction site management experience in developing markets,
- Preferably BS/MS engineering degree or substantial equivalent technical training,
- Experience with the construction of HV power infrastructure, preferably for Eskom, with evidence of strong grid stakeholder and interface management,
- Experience with battery energy technology advantageous, while previous experience managing new tech grid integration is highly sought,
- Broad background of previous exposure to various disciplines, civil, electrical, mechanical on construction projects and accumulated knowledge base of construction methods used in these disciplines,
- Direct experience in the management of EPC Contractors, subcontractors and Owner's construction management teams,
- Knowledge and familiarity with EPC contract terms and conditions, interrelationships of risks with respect to Company vs. Client risks and participation in the negotiation, management and handover of power projects,
- Working knowledge of and experience in development, managing and analysing project schedules, including use of Microsoft Project or similar CPM scheduling software,
- Ability to travel and live internationally; exhibit the personality and character composition to work with all nationalities and cultures that will be encountered.
- Fluent in English (speaking & writing),
- Preference in Afrikaans,
- A strong team builder and leader,
- Participative leader, capable of leveraging the input and experience of the broader team to analyse options and then make decisions as necessary,
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point, MS Projects and/or PrimaVera,
- Strong communication skills particularly relationship management and negotiation skills,
- Creative and innovative,
- Cross-cultural awareness and ethical behaviour.
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Contract
- Job function Management and Manufacturing
- Industries Utilities
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