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Biodiversity Monitor

Posting date : 23/04/2025

Requisition ID : 46183


Biodiversity Monitor

1. POSITION DETAILS

Position Title:

Biodiversity Monitor

Reports to:

Biodiversity Monitor Supervisor, South Africa

Department:

Operations and Maintainance

Period:

Full Time Local Employment Agreement

Company:

Biotherm Operations and Maintenance (an ENGIE SA company)

Location:

ENGIE Southern Africa, Golden Valey Windfarm Facility, Eastern Cape South Africa.

CLOSING DATE:

23 May 2025

 

2. BACKGROUND

 

ENGIE Southern African is seeking Biodiversity Monitors for the Golden Valley Wind Farm near Bedford in the Eastern Cape Province. The primary responsibility of this position is to conduct operational bird and bat monitoring at the wind facility. The program is inclusive of bird and bat monitoring, fatality searches, searcher efficiency trials and carcass persistence trials, adhering to standardized protocols as trained, being part of a small field crew and keeping detailed datasheets.  If required, this position may require the implementation of the Shut Down on Demand (SDOD) protocol.  Preference would be given to candidates residing at Somerset East, Adeleide, Cookhouse and Bedford in the  Eastern Cape.

 

3. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

  • Assist with environmental monitoring scope of work at Golden Valley Wind Farm. 
  • Conduct bird and bat monitoring. 
  • Conduct surveys on foot (up to 15 km per day) in potentially adverse weather conditions and record data. 
  • Conduct visual surveys of bird flight activity and advise/alert a control room when specific bird species approach too close to wind turbines in accordance with a specific protocol. 
  • Search for dead or injured birds and bats on foot in amongst vegetation under wind turbines. 
  • Conduct bird observations for extended periods of time (up to 40 hours per week) to record behaviour and flight patterns. 
  • Operate a camera and Global Positioning System (GPS) and record details of carcasses found, and observations made. 
  • Follow instructions from the Supervisor and collect precise and thorough data. 
  • Prepared to work in shifts that will result in working over the weekend when required. 

 

 

 

5. EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

  • Diploma in natural conservation will be an advantage. 
  • Matric Certificate/Grade 12.
  • Computer literate (especially MS Word and Excel), ability to work with electronic data collection protocols and data submission timing requirements; 
  • A valid driver’s license, with at least 2 years driving experience. 
  • Candidates who have previous field experience with birds and/or bats monitoring will be preferred. 
  • Ability to identify local bird and/or bat species. 
  • Firefighting Certificate; 
  • First-Aid Certificate; 
  • Experience in the use of the camera, binoculars, topographic maps, GPS units, and other field equipment. 

 

Additional information:

  • All applications need to be accompanied by the following supporting documents or will be automatically disqualified: 
  • Certified copy of ID
  • Certificate copy of a driver’s licence.
  • Certificate copies of all qualifications (if applicable) 
  • Proof of residence 

 

Language

  • Fluent in English (verbal and written skills)
  • Other languages would be a benefit
  • Excellent writing, spelling, editing and proofreading skills

Behavioural Competencies

  • Must be able to work independently and with others, and interact positively with project management and landowners; 
  • Must be able to follow instructions from Supervisor and collect data precisely and thoroughly; 
  • Candidates must be able to walk for extend periods of time and be able to handle exposure to weather extremes; 
  • Must be a good communicator, have the ability to maintain a positive attitude, and to accept guidance and constructive criticism; 
  • Have a passion for the environment; 
  • Energetic, fit and self-motivated; 

 

 

6. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Adheres to the Company Policies and Procedures and Ethics;
  • Behaves in a responsible way;
  • Lives the values of the Company.

 

ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.  ENGIE Southern Africa

 

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Plant Manager

Posting date : 23/04/2025

Requisition ID : 46175


Plant Manager

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY

 

1. POSITION DETAILS

Position Title:

Plant Manager

Reports to:

ENGIE Southern Africa Operations Director 

Department:

Operations and Maintenance

Business Unit:

Renewable Global Business Unit: AMEA Region: South Africa Office

Period:

Permanent  Local Employment Contract

Contracted to:

ENGIE Southern Africa Pty Ltd

Location:

Northern Cape / Free State – ( Graspan & Grootspruit)  - South Africa

CLOSING DATE:

23rd  May 2025

 

2. PURPOSE

 

Ensure that the facility is managed and operated with optimum efficiency, availability, profitability and safety in accordance with the requirements of the power purchase agreement,

Good utility practice, all applicable laws and regulations and in accordance  with all relevant agreement requirements.

Develop, establish and ensure effective and efficient implementation of policies and standards for power plant operation and maintenance.

The Plant Manager will be responsible for the day to day and long term management of the facility.

 

 

3. BACKGROUND

ENGIE is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. With its 96,000 employees, its customers, partners and stakeholders, the Group is committed to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally-friendly solutions. Inspired by its purpose (“raison d’être”), ENGIE reconciles economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on its key businesses to offer competitive solutions to its customers. ENGIE provides expertise in four (4) Global Business Units:

  • Renewables: Centralised utility-scale independent renewable power production
  • Flexible Generation & Retail: Centralised utility-scale independent flexible power production
  • Networks: Gas and Electrical Networks and & Supply Infrastructure
  • Energy Solutions: Individualised energy and energy efficiency services

For more information please visit www.engie.com

In South Africa Engie has a growing involvement and portfolio of operational assets:

  • Avon & Dedisa Peaking Power (1005 MW OCGT)
  • Xina Solar One (100 MW CSP)
  • Kathu Solar Park (100 MW CSP)
  • Aurora Wind (94 MW Onshore Wind)
  • Golden Valley (120 MW Onshore Wind)
  • Excelsior (32 MW Onshore Wind)
  • Aurora Solar (10.5 MW Solar PV)
  • Vredendal Solar (10.5 MW Solar PV)
  • Konkoonsies 2 (86 MW Solar PV)
  • Aggeneys (46 MW Solar PV)
  • MBP (86 MW Solar PV)
  • under construction: Grootspruit (86 MW Solar PV)
  • Under construction: Graspan (86 MW Solar PV)
  • Under construction: OYA Hybrid (128 MW Solar/ Wind/ BESS)

 

4. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Health and Safety

The Plant manager is fully responsible for Health and Safety of personnel, contractors and visitors on the site, at all times.

  • Drives implementation of Engie's 5 safety behaviours

 

  • Create awareness and implementation of Engie 9-lifesaving rules

 

  • Coordinates Emergency Response on incidents and threats

 

  • Manages the HSE personnel on site for implementation and monitoring of HSE performance

 

  • Ensures site security is in place an functioning adequately to protect the asset and people.

 

  • Works with local police and security companies to reduce crime risk at the asset.

 

Asset Performance

The Plant Manager oversees the daily operation and maintenance of the asset, ensuring optimal availability and performance.

  • Oversees and coordinates the work of the Operating and maintenance contractors/teams.

 

  • Drives the return to service (RTS) of any plant and equipment resulting in loss of production.

 

  • Drives the root cause analysis on any plant faults causing unwanted downtime.

 

  • Identifies plant and operating cost optimization opportunities.

 

  • Ensures grid code compliance (GCC) at all times.

 

  • Where applicable, manages the maintenance and operation of owner's metrological stations.

 

  • Ensures production forecasting is done as required under the PPA.

 

  • Notifies the Buyer / CPA of any grid events and supports the relevant Deemed Energy Payment (DEP) claim compilation.

 

  • Records and reports all insurable and claimable events.

 

  • Reviews and monitors the plant spare parts inventory and works with contractors and/or procurement department to replenish spares.

 

  • Ensures up to date maintenance schedules are in place and followed to ensure optimal availability and reliability.

 

  • Ensure timely checking of monthly production tariff meter readings for invoicing to the Buyer..

 

 

Social, ED and Stakeholder Management

The Plant manager is the company's primary representative in the local community and takes responsibility for stakeholder management in the local community and for implementation of the social and enterprise development programs.

 

  • Where unions are present, lead open and clear communication with such unions and associations with assistance of the social team and others as necessary

 

  • Ensure development of a stakeholder map and associated mitigation plans which is reviewed on a frequent basis.

 

  • Oversees the implementation of social and enterprise development programs - guided by the Social/ESG department.

 

  • Supports the ED department to obtain information from contractors regarding ED compliance obligations.

 

  • Identifies opportunities for ED optimization together with Social and ED teams.

 

  • Interfaces with the local authorities as required regarding the project site and resources.

 

  • Maintains a cordial relationship with the land owner and acts as the company representative on land related matters. Must be familiar with the terms included in the Land Lease Agreement in order to effectively manage the land lease agreement ensuring good relationships are fostered with the land owners.

 

  • Coordinates with neighbouring power plants and industries with regards to relevant issues.

 

Site, Water, Buildings and Roads

The Plant manager is fully responsible for the overall site in terms of access, security and upkeep.

  • Defines and manage the annual site, road and building maintenance activities.

 

  • Manages the water supply and waste water removal from site

 

  • Coordinates contractors for the removal of waste and provision of utilities as required for the site operations.

 

  • Recommends upgrades and improvements where needed to ensure safe ergonomic working conditions.

 

  • Coordinates the site transport arrangements to ensure safe and efficient operation.

 

Reporting

The Plant Manager ensures that performance on all of the areas of responsibility happens on a frequent basis as might be required by shareholders, lenders and other relevant stakeholders.

  • Attends and oversee daily production meetings

 

  • Works with head office monitoring room to ensure optimal monitoring of asset performance

 

  • Coordinates with operator regarding any gaps in performance data

 

  • Reviews contractor reports and coordinates with monitoring room regarding accuracy. Ensures all reports are uploaded timeously

 

  • Provides inputs and manages all site related reports to ensure it is submitted on time and in good quality to the relevant stakeholder.

 

  • Presents plant performance data on weekly and monthly calls to the AMEA regional group.

 

  • Ensure incident reporting happens according to head-office requirements.

 

 

 

Budget and Procurement

 

The Plant Manager controls the annual budget for the site and oversees all expenditure against this budget and must effectively work towards maintaining or improving the budgetary expenditure forecasted during Operations .

  • Compiles the annual budget for site operating cost

 

  • Manages the procurement of all site related services and equipment with support from procurement department.

 

  • Creates Purchase orders and coordinates timeous invoicing by suppliers.

 

 

People Management and Growth

 

Manages the performance and growth of all site based personnel.

  • Creates annual performance goals and targets.
  • Manages underperforming resource with HR support.
  • Drives recruitment of open positions with HR support.
  • Plays an active leadership role on site guiding people to best practice.

 

 

 

5. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Education

  • University Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
  • Relevant Management qualification (MDP)
  • Professional registration with Engineering Council Of South Africa  (ECSA)

Language

  • Fluent in English (verbal and written skills)

Core Experience & Skills

  • A minimum of 8 to 10 years’ experience in solar PV / Wind Operation &  Plant Management
  • Relevant Management & Leadership Qualification and Experience (MDP)
  • GMR2.1 Appointee
  • Demonstrated competence as a generalist in O&M Management
  • Knowledge and experience of PV inverter / Wind Turbine maintenance
  • Develop and Maintain budgets
  • Experience in management of commercial contracts
  • Use of safe systems of work
  • Use of computerized management system
  • Engineering concepts and principles
  • Interaction with purchasing, finance and accounting, maintenance and administration

Behavioural Competencies

  • Ability to work autonomously and multi-task in times of complexity, uncertainty, variability
  • Ability to work within a team of members from varying cultural backgrounds and functional backgrounds
  • Ability to communicate and share knowledge with team
  • Ability to take ownership and responsibility, keep commitments and manage expectations
  • Ability to maintain high standards in terms of work quality and attention to detail
  • Ability to think conceptually, strategically and analytically
  • Ability to function effectively under pressure and maintain self-control
  • Ability to adapt to new and diverse environments and changing contexts
  • Maintains high ethical standards and confidentiality where required

 

 

6. COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

  • Engie HQ, AMEA HQ and GBUs
  • Support Teams (HR, IT, HSE, Finance)
  • Project Companies, Operating Companies & Subsidiaries

External

  • Clients
  • Land Owners
  • Equipment & Technology Providers
  • Grid Operators
  • Consultants & Engineering Firms
  • Project Stakeholders (sponsors, lenders, owners, environmental)

 

7. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Adheres to the Company Policies and Procedures.
  • Behaves in a professional and responsible way.
  • Lives the values of the Company.

ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.  ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.

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Global Enterprise Transformation (GET) Project Lead

Posting date : 13/02/2025

Requisition ID : 42126


Global Enterprise Transformation (GET) Project Lead

Global Enterprise Transformation (GET) Project Lead
 

Company: ENGIE AMEA

Department: Finance

Location: Bryanston, Johannesburg, South Africa

 

Job Summary:

ENGIE South Africa is looking for a GET Implementation Project Leader. GET stands for Global Enterprise Transformation and is a key project launched by ENGIE in 2022 to standardize ERP systems and process around the world. This role involves leading the transformation of Finance and Procurement processes while identifying and addressing gaps to ensure the organization’s long-term growth and efficiency. The GET Lead will collaborate closely with functional teams, local leadership, and cross-functional departments to execute the transformation, mitigate project risks, and optimize processes. This position will report to the Country CFO and to the Regional (AMEA) GET Project Leader and is pivotal in ensuring the successful implementation of our new ERP system, allowing us to simplify and standardize our processes.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Global Enterprise Transformation (GET) Rollout & Implementation:
    • Oversee the implementation lifecycle of S4Hana and its satellite systems in South Africa, from planning and deployment to post-go-live support.
    • Coordinate with functional leads to identify critical gaps through analysis and assess whether a global update or local solutions are necessary.
    • Work closely with local leadership and teams to ensure the transformation is effectively rolled out, ensuring alignment with global goals.
  2. Gap Identification & Solution Implementation:
    • Identify major and critical gaps in processes and systems, coordinating with functional leads to address them.
    • Recommend solutions and drive necessary changes to meet local needs while aligning with global standards.
  3. Testing & Quality Assurance:
    • Lead and coordinate testing phases by working with local functional leads to ensure alignment with business requirements.
  4. Change Management & Organizational Support:
    • Support specific local changes, such as organizational and process adjustments, while ensuring adoption is driven by global teams.
    • Collaborate with global program management on change initiatives to ensure smooth adoption and transition for local teams.
  5. Stakeholder Management & Reporting:
    • Engage with local leaders, functional teams, and global program managers to track the progress of the transformation.
    • Participate in or lead governance meetings, reporting on progress, risks, and gaps, ensuring continuous communication between local and global stakeholders.
  6. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
    • Work closely with IT, Operations, and other departments outside of Finance and Procurement to ensure smooth integration and successful implementation of the transformation.
  7. Continuous Improvement & Knowledge Sharing:
    • Foster a culture of collaboration and process optimization, ensuring lessons learned are captured and shared across functions.
  8. Financial Process Management & Optimization:
    • Oversee and streamline all financial processes, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and transactional workflows to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with business objectives.
    • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize operational efficiency across finance functions, reducing complexity and driving process standardization.
    • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify gaps or inefficiencies in current processes and implement solutions that enhance financial performance.
  9. Organizational Structure & Change Management:
    • Support the design  of the organizational structure of the finance department and other stakeholder to ensure processes meet future business needs.
    • Collaborate closely with the CFO to manage change management initiatives, aligning the finance team's roles and responsibilities with process improvements and system enhancements.
    • Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the finance team, providing leadership and mentorship to ensure effective execution of responsibilities.

 

Key Accountabilities:

  • Successful Rollout: Ensuring the timely and efficient rollout of S4Hana and its satellite systems in South Africa.
  • Effective Gap Resolution: Identifying critical gaps and leading the effort to implement global or local solutions as needed.
  • Testing Leadership: Coordinating and leading successful testing phases.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Maintaining clear communication with stakeholders at the local and global levels.
  • Risk Mitigation: Proactively identifying and addressing project risks.
  • Systems Leadership: Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of financial systems, ensuring that technology is leveraged to improve finance operations and reporting capabilities.
  • Organizational Effectiveness: Ensure the finance department is optimally structured to meet business needs, with clear accountability and a strong culture of performance.
  • Strategic Alignment: Ensure finance processes and systems are aligned with broader business objectives and can scale with growth.

 

Your Profile:

  • Education: Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience: 10+ years of experience in enterprise transformation programs, ERP implementations (preferably S4Hana), or Finance/Procurement process optimization.
  • Technical Skills: Knowledge of SAP and S4Hana is a significant advantage. Expertise in Finance and Procurement processes is critical. Knowledge of process automation and digital transformation initiatives is a plus.
  • Project Management: Certification in project management is a plus.
  • Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholders effectively.
  • Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Adaptability: Ability to lead in a fast-paced, evolving project environment.
  • Risk Management: Experience with identifying and mitigating risks in large-scale projects.

 

Type of Contract:

  • Fixed term contract. The mission is expected to last 18-24 months.
  • After such period, there may be opportunity to participate in similar projects in other countries, depending on performance and relocation conditions.

Location:

  • Johannesburg, South Africa. Punctual travels within the country and to Dubai or Paris may be needed.
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Plant Trainee - Operations

Posting date : 05/04/2024

Requisition ID : 25720


Plant Trainee - Operations

1.  POSITION DETAILS:

Position Title:

Plant Trainee: Field Operator – (18 Months Fixed Term Contract)

Reports to:

Operations Manager

Department:

Operations

Location

Dedisa Peaking Power Plant, Port Elizabeth

CLOSING DATE

12 April 2024

 

2.  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Be trained and developed in assisting the Shift Charge Engineer to supervise and oversee daily plant operations and maintenance in the Operations Shift Team in order to ensure that operational targets are achieved safely, efficiently and within the company rules and procedures, OEM guidelines, legal, environmental, contractual and other requirements;
  • Assist to establish the appropriate procedures and computerized maintenance management processes as applicable to a prudent operation management, in particular the permit to work system;
  • Ensures correct operational line-up and local operation of the systems;
  • Unloads fuel tankers in a safe manner;
  • Understands and adheres to all Plant Safety Guidelines and Procedures. Strives to maintain an injury-free environment;
  • Understands and masters the Plant Emergency Handling Procedures;
  • Participates in the Plant Training and Qualification Program;
  • Ensures control of the plant process and electrical distribution through the plant Distributed Control System (DCS) and other process control devices;
  • Assists in scheduling daily maintenance actions, plant configuration changes and varying power generation levels;
  • Monitors plant chemistry and chemicals handling;
  • Identifies problems with plant equipment and clearly communicates the conditions associated with these problems to the Shift Charge Engineer / Plant Maintenance Team;
  • Ensures the completion of shift round checklists, routine daily/weekly/monthly test checklists and equipment change-over checklists, etc.;
  • Coordinates with the Shift Charge Engineer and Operation Engineer;
  • Submits the necessary reports and recommendations to the Shift Charge Engineer concerning equipment/plant status and/or any problems;
  • Maintaining high standards of management, ethics and leadership;

3. MODUS OPERANDI:

  • The Job Holder works as a trainee within the operations department and reports to the Operation Manager.

4. COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

  • The Job Holder will work and communicate with:
  • Internal: Maintenance, Operation and HSE Departments;
  • • The Job Holder must communicate with his own team (other Operators), the maintenance technicians and Contractors as necessary.

 

3.  QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Essential Qualifications:

  • An accredited Technical Diploma or Degree

Experience:

• Experience in the operation of a power plant will be ideal;

• Communication skills

• Use of safe systems of work

• Use of computerized management systems

• Reporting

Skills:

Behavioural:

• Drive to achieve results through himself and others

• Ability to work with multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary staff

• Ability to work together with the other departments in order to achieve the best result for the company

• Take ownership

• Self-starter

• Ability to manage self-study and development program in order to complete self-passed learning schedule which will also include research.

• Maintains high ethics standard

• Respects the others as well as the cultural diversity

• Ability to create a climate of open communication on personal and professional issues

• Safety , quality and environmental awareness and managing according to quality standards and procedures

• Innovation, vision, creativity, taking initiative, problem solving and decision making

• Ability to build effective relationships with key stakeholders

 

Language:

• English Language: excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

• Afrikaans/Zulu/Xhosa is an advantage.

 

IT & Systems:

• Computer literate: must have a high degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as Databases, Word Processors, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint, and Enterprise Resource Planning applications (Maximo/ SAP or equivalent).

 

4. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Adheres to the Company Policies and Procedures
  • Behaves in a responsible way
  • Lives the values of the company;
  • Undertakes other duties as may be requested within reason.
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Operations Manager

Posting date : 04/04/2024

Requisition ID : 25574


Operations Manager

1.  POSITION DETAILS:

Position Title:

Operation Manager – AVON Plant

Reports to:

Plant Manager

Department:

Operations

Closing date:

11 April 2024

 

2.  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Day to day efficient management of all plant operation activities through a team of site based staff according to good utility practice, dispatch instructions, the company rules and procedures, OEM guidelines, legal, environmental, contractual and other requirements;

 

  • Responsible for company safety rules and Permit-to-Work system and driving the safety culture

 

  • Development of the short and long term operation strategy for the plant and the development of capable staff to support that strategy;

 

  • Ensure the operation department staff is selected, mobilized and maintained as required;

 

  • Determine and schedule the resources and requirements for each activity;
  • Ensure that the plant meets safety, availability, reliability, efficiency, generation and budget targets. Communication with load dispatch and fuel dispatch as per Grid Code;
  • Ensures reporting as per contractual and business requirement;

 

  • Responsible for the operations QA/QC and root cause analysis program;

 

  • Administer the safe systems of work through a computerized management program;

 

  • Establish, implement and monitor the adherence to operations procedures and routines;

 

  • Development, achievement and reporting of operation KPI’s and objectives in line with the Business Plan;

 

  • Efficient management of resources, supplies and consumables while controlling the risks to the business;

 

  • Key role in management of the plant operation aspect of all contracts, especially the O&M agreement with the Owner;

 

  • Efficient management of resources, supplies and consumables;

 

  • Establish, implement and monitor a detailed plant thermal efficiency monitoring;

 

  • Prepare, control, analyse and report on the yearly and long term budget and business plan for the operation dept. to the various stakeholders through reporting KPI’s;

 

  • Ensure reporting to all stakeholders as required;

 

  • Coordinate operation activities with administration, maintenance, finance, and Health, Safety and Environment departments

 

  • Establish and facilitate training programs for individual development and competence within the operation department;

 

  • Organize performance evaluation and succession planning for key staff in the operation department;

 

  • Adherence and active participation in establishing, implementing and executing Quality, Health, Safety and Environment policies and standards;

 

  • Maintaining high standards of management, ethics and leadership;

 

  • Continuously improve systems and procedures based on experience

 

 

3.  HEALTH & SAFETY:

 

  • The Job Holder will work in a controlled hazardous environment.

 

Work Levels and Conditions and Risks:

  • Work Level 5 (OSHA scale 1 to 6): the tasks that he performs as part of their daily work activities represent risks and are controlled by means of procedures, supervision, safety devices and HSE Teams in such a way that its non-observance that could lead to a serious accident or even death.

 

Exposure to Risks:

  • Traffic risks, ergonomic risks;
  • Risks inherent to the job of the Operations Manager while performing inspections, site visits, operations and maintenance activities, etc.

 

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Hard hat/safety helmet;
  • Ear protection (plugs or ear muffs);
  • Safety glasses;
  • Safety shoes;
  • Cotton work wear;
  • Safety Gloves;

 

Recommended HPE (Health Protection Equipment):

  • Ergonomic office equipment;

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.  JOB CONTEXT:

 

  • Peakers Operations (“the Company”) operates two open cycle peaking power facilities through its O&M Agreements with the Owners of Dedisa Peaking Power Pty Ltd and Avon Peaking Power Pty Ltd;

 

  • Dedisa Peaking Power Plant and Avon Peaking Power Plant has capacity of 342 MW and 685 MW respectively;

 

  • The Company is fully owned by ENGIE with registered office: Block E, Lincolnwood Office Park, Woodlands Drive, Woodmead, 2191, Johannesburg, Republic of South Africa;

 

  • The Owner Company is 38% owned by ENGIE, 25% by Mitsui, 27% by BEE SPV and 10% by BBBEE SPV;

 

  • The projects are Independent Peaking Power Generation projects, having a 15 years Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Eskom Holdings as a single off-taker;

 

  • The Job Holder will be based at the Facility.  

 

 

5.  MODUS OPERANDI:

  • The Job Holder works as head of the operation department of the Facility and reports to the Plant Manager.

 

6.  COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

The Job Holder will work and communicate with:

  • Internal: The Facility Manager, Finance, Administration, Maintenance, Health, Safety and Environment;
  • External:
  • Owner, through the O&M agreement
  • Regional offices of the shareholders
  • Govt. Authorities as required
  • Other Contractual Counterparties, Contractors, Suppliers, Equipment Manufacturers and Vendors.

 

7.  FRAMEWORKS, BOUNDARIES AND DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY:

  • Operates within the approved budgetary limits and assigned authorities;
  • Approves expenses incurred by team members in the course of performing their duties in accordance with the established Policies.
  • Is part of the approval process for purchase orders, payments, contracts and master data as defined in the Company delegation of authorities, processes, policies and procedures

 

8.  JOB DIMENSIONS:

Number of staff supervised:

Approximate number of Direct Reports:

  • 14

Position titles of Direct Reports:

  • 4 Shift Charge Engineers
  • 4 Operation Engineers
  • 4 Field Operators
  • 1 Plant Chemist
  • 1 Assistant Plant Operator

Budget

Accountable for:

  • Operation budget

 

 

 

 

 

 

9.  QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Essential Qualifications:

 

  • An accredited Mechanical/Electrical Engineering degree
  • Registration as Profession. Engineer an added advantage
  • Relevant management qualification (MDP) is an added advantage
  • Demonstrated competence at engineering level supported by relevant education and training

 

 

Experience:

 

  • At least 10 year experience in the operation of a large power plant
  • Knowledge and experience of Gas Turbine operation, v94.2 Siemens or Ansaldo units preferred.
  • Leading and managing people
  • Use of safe systems of work
  • Use of computerized management system
  • Engineering concepts and principles
  • Knowledge and application of OHS Act and other relevant Safety regulations
  • Interaction with purchasing, finance and accounting, maintenance, administration
  • Budget control and reporting

 

 

 

Skills:

Behavioral:

  • Drive to achieve results through himself and others
  • Ability to build and work with multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary staff
  • Ability to work together with the other departments in order to achieve the best result for the company
  • Take ownership
  • Maintains high ethics standard
  • Motivation and leadership of team and individual team members
  • Respects the others as well as the cultural diversity
  • Seek, organize and exchange information for decision making  and problem solving
  • Ability to create a climate of open communication on personal and professional issues
  • Ability to work autonomously, prioritizing tasks and activities in line with business objectives
  • Quality and environmental awareness and managing according to quality standards and procedures
  • Innovation, vision, creativity, taking initiative, problem solving and decision making
  • A pro-active approach to planning and decision making
  • Ability to build effective relationships with key stakeholders

 

Language:

 

  • English Language: excellent communication skills both written and verbal;
  • Afrikaans/Zulu is an advantage

 

IT:

 

  • Computer literate: must have a high degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as Databases, Word Processors, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint and Enterprise Resource Planning applications (Maximo/SAP or equivalent);

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Adheres to the Company Policies and Procedures
  • Behaves in a responsible way
  • Lives the values of the company;
  • Undertakes other duties as may be requested within reason.
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O&M Procurement Officer

Posting date : 27/03/2024

Requisition ID : 25173


O&M Procurement Officer

O&M Procurement Officer

 

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

  • Provide procurement support to all South African operational entities across a defined set of categories, assets, owners and O&M companies.
  • Implement the defined short and medium term procurement strategy with all concerned departments.
  • Consolidate the requirements from the entities, consult the market, identify opportunities to implement framework agreements and work closely with entities to place contracts and purchase orders.
  • Execute the sourcing events. Run the full process from start to finish.
  • Identity business synergies between the operating entities.
  • Support assets during the construction phase of the plants.
  • Coordinate entities’ needs by activity in compliance with Category Management and Hub/Entity Procurement organizations, rules and governance.
  • Contribute to achieving the department savings and performance targets.
  • Work closely with the H&S teams at the sites to implement the Engie minimum HSE standards for all sub-contractors.
  • Enforce the Group procurement policy and governance when procuring all goods and services.
  • Support the warehouse stock, inventory, ordering, and replenishment process for the entities in the scope.
  • Ensure good relations with suppliers and vendors and build up a vendor database;
  • Support the implementation and roll out of digital tools for procurement such as the ERP system;
  • Assist with procurement reporting and data collection as and when required.
  • Develop local suppliers and ensure compliance to the Economic Development objectives of the operational entities.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Help internal clients to formalise / express their needs

  • Assist with and optimising procurement requests.
  • Clarify and challenge the details of these requests.

Ensure the procurement is completed at the best conditions (cost, quality, lead time & payment terms)

Within the framework of the procurement category policy produced for a Group category:

•            Based on requirements, identify the budget and establish tender assessment criteria.

•            Issue RFP’s for tenders / requests for quotation among target suppliers.

In other cases, manage the whole Procurement process:

•            Based on requirements, identify the budget and establish tender assessment criteria and procedure.

•            Scan the market to identify potential suppliers.

•            Roll out the tender process.

•            Identify, analyse, evaluate, execute and document and exception (emergencies and urgencies) to the process with the proper authorisations.

Negotiate the specific terms and conditions with the suppliers.

Finalise the supplier and prepare the contract / purchase order.

 

Ensure proper execution of the contract / purchase order

  • Ensure Purchase orders / contracts are approved according to the Procurement delegation.
  • Assist internal stakeholders to ensure the supplier performs its obligations.
  • Monitor supplier disputes with internal stakeholders.
  • Measure operational and economic performance of the supplier (including CSR).

Co-ordinate with suppliers and internally

  • Interact / co-ordinate the network of PO agents and requestors
  • Implement in the procedures and tools and deploy internally new signed contracts
  • Manage supplier relationships

Reporting and feedback

  • Provide reliable and comprehensive reports and feedback, in order to improve the efficiency of the procurement strategy and supplier performance plan.
  • Contribute to the performance plan.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Qualification & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in procurement or supply chain.
  • 5 years’ functional experience covering procurement, supply chain and logistics.
  • Experience in operational procurement preferably in power plants.
  • CIPS level 4 or higher is preferred.

 

Technical  Knowledge

  • Strong autonomy
  • Team player
  • Good analytical skills
  • Fluent in English
  • Experience in negotiation
  • Good organisation and communication skills
  • Pays attention to detail
  • Good knowledge of digital tools including ERP systems (SAP, Maximo, MS Dynamics etc.), Advance Excel, Power BI, MS Office applications etc.

Business Understanding

  • Good understanding and experience in the procurement processes: Source to Pay, Procure to Pay, Manage your Supplier Panel, Management Categories.
  • Logistics & Supply Chain
  • Power Generation or Oil & Gas knowledge is a plus

Language

  • English

Location / travel

  • Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Occasional travel is required

 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Adheres to the Company Policies and Procedures.
  • Behaves in a professional and responsible way.
  • Lives the values of the Company.

ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.

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25173
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Project Procurement Officer

Posting date : 26/03/2024

Requisition ID : 25073


Project Procurement Officer

Project Procurement Officer

 

 

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

  • Accountable procurement member in industrial or EPC, large, medium or long term projects.
  • Steer all Procurement activities throughout the stages of the project in coordination with other members of the procurement team.
  • Be committed to achieving and improving overall project performance whilst steering any actions needed to reduce risk.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Define and adapt project Procurement plan and strategies

  • Draw up a list of requirements in collaboration with the Business and the buyers
  • Take CSR and Carbon Neutral/Zero targets into account
  • Define the procurement project management plan, strategies and procedures, in order to improve the competitive advantage of the business and up-grade them if necessary
  • Ensure early involvement, quality of service and performance contribution
  • Analyze Business objectives
  • Approve strategies proposed by other buyers , including Category Managers, relating to their parts of the project
  • Ensure the supplier/contractors evaluation in a place and make the supplier ready to be used/work with
  • Implement the shadow calculation and cost value engineer to ensure the level of competitiveness
  • Map risks and opportunities for the project through analysis of data and prepare mitigation strategies
  • Define negotiating tactics/directions, working with the project team
  • Control spend and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs
  • Develop medium/long term strategic partnerships with suppliers
  • Ensure the commercial, contract and material risk assessments are conducted and implement corrective action plans
  • Ensure Group rules and policies (internal and external) are applied throughout the Procurement process

 

Steer project Procurement and intervene at strategic points

 

  • Steer and coordinate Procurement for the whole project and take charge of the most strategic/difficult purchases.
  • Make sure the needs are challenged.
  • Identify and/or select suppliers who best meet the project requirements.
  • Oversee calls for tenders and conduct key negotiations.
  • Draw up the contract with the legal department.
  • Manage relationships with the most critical suppliers.
  • Deal with major (key) disputes.
  • Identify, prioritize, engage and work in a project mode with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Manage risks and opportunities.

 

Provide contractual, budgetary and regulatory supervision of the project on behalf of Procurement

 

  • Ensure all project procedures and applicable regulations are followed.
  • Control overall project procurement costs and issue warnings when required (exercise his / her right to intervene).
  • Ensure the contract is correctly implemented and understood by all parties involved.
  • Adapt Procurement activities to operational constraints.
  • Commit to achieving the Procurement financial and operational performance targets.

 

External (suppliers) and internal (project) intelligence

  • Identify innovative opportunities on the suppliers market.
  • Obtain technical and financial intelligence about current and potential suppliers in order to anticipate long-term consequences for the project.
  • Challenge the project's technical aspects in order to ensure suppliers products and services meet the customer's needs in the long-term.
  • Implement alternative Procurement strategies to avoid crises.

 

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Qualification & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a reputable university. A Master’s degree is a nice to have.
  • 5-10 years’ operational experience managing EPC and large contractors for industrial projects.
  • Experience in energy related projects is preferred.

 

Technical  Knowledge

 

  • Strongly autonomous, possesses leadership and influential qualities.
  • Highly analytical and capable of leading complex procurement projects.
  • Experience in complex negotiation.
  • Fluent in English.
  • Experience in negotiation of construction contracts (FIDIC or similar).
  • Project Management experience, PMI or equivalent.
  • CIPS level 5 or more is a bonus.
  • Outstanding people leadership/management/ communication skills.

Business Understanding

  • Good understanding of negotiation and construction projects in the Middle East
  • Renewables, desalination, Power Plant knowledge is a plus

Language

  • English

Location / travel

  • Location: Johannesburg, Republic of South Africa.
  • Some travel within GCC for projects.

 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Adheres to the Company Policies and Procedures.
  • Behaves in a professional and responsible way.
  • Lives the values of the Company.

ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.

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25073
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