General Manager: Technical Operations

Driving operational efficiency and commercial profitability across asset portfolios, this executive role is critical for leading the plant and equipment division as a high-output, standalone business unit. Reporting directly to the CEO and COO, the successful candidate will strategically direct fleet supply, hire, and maintenance operations to service core project pipelines while aggressively capturing external market opportunities. This permanent, in-office position is designed for an established leader ready to champion safety, quality, and financial growth across multi-site operations. Key Responsibilities: Operational Optimization & Maintenance: Develop, implement, and oversee robust preventative and routine maintenance programmes to ensure the constant availability and serviceability of all machinery. Commercial Asset Exploitation: Drive top-line growth by identifying market trends, predicting customer needs, and aggressively sourcing external revenue streams to commercialise idle plant capacity. Strategic Execution & Policy Leadership: Formulate and execute the overarching Divisional Strategy in alignment with Group objectives, while establishing rigorous business processes and policies that comply with changing regulatory frameworks. P&L & Financial Governance: Maintain full accountability for the division's Profit and Loss (P&L), controlling capital expenditure (CapEx), approving financial documentation, and developing annual budgets to maximize return on investment. Group Executive Contribution: Active involvement in the Management Committee (Manco) to provide strategic guidance, mitigate divisional risks, and assist the CEO in executing broader organizational strategies. People Leadership & Performance Culture: Cultivate a high-performance, collaborative team environment by managing recruitment, establishing performance contracts, mentoring direct reports, and driving workplace conflict resolution. SHEQ & Audit Adherence: Collaborate closely with safety and quality managers to maintain an incident-free working environment, implement strict quality control measures, and clear internal/external audit findings effectively. Requirements South African Citizenship. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration and Post graduate business or management qualification (e.g., MBA or PostGrad Diploma). Minimum of 10 years of experience within the plant and equipment supply, hire, and maintenance sector. A minimum of 5 years of senior management or executive experience, paired with a proven track record of managing complex internal and external stakeholder relationships. Valid Driver’s License and absolute willingness to travel regularly to operational sites. Advanced technical knowledge of heavy machinery, equipment capabilities, and manufacturing processes. Comprehensive understanding of industrial regulatory requirements, risk mitigation, and commercial financial principles. Software: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) frameworks. Benefits Benefits & Culture An established, safety-conscious corporate culture centred on ethical governance, integrity, and operational excellence. Executive-level remuneration package, negotiable based on qualifications and senior leadership track record. Work Type & Location On-site (Permanent office presence with frequent travel to project sites). Location: South Africa, preference Eastern Cape. Employment Type Permanent.