Director, Technical Operations

Functions:

• Provide overall guidance, leadership support and strategic direction in the execution of technical functions and activities
• Champion the development of technical and/or expansion strategy in alignment with corporate goals
• Drive operations budgeting and planning. Ensure adherence to budgets, plans and performance requirements.
• Establish and monitor performance reporting systems
• Oversee the activities of the technical department and ensures alignment with underlying goals and objectives
• Ensure the efficient management of power infrastructures to support quality service delivery and operational requirements
• Ensure the implementation of effective and enabling policies, procedures and processes; review and improve as required.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with relevant stakeholders
• Ensure the availability of necessary resources and infrastructure to support operations
• Direct and manage the completion of power infrastructure and maintenance according to the implementation plan and strategy
• Report on technical operations as required
• Establish technical standards and ensure adherence to them
• Optimize infrastructure assets to satisfy internal financial targets

Requirements:

• Minimum of a 1st degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or any relevant course
• Postgraduate degree in a related field or an MBA will be an added advantage
• Experience in building, operation and maintenance of power infrastructure
• Minimum of 12 years relevant experience with at least 5 years at senior management level