Head of Energy Solutions at Ability Executive Recruitment

About the position

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Head of Energy Solutions to lead our Energy Solutions Business Unit. This is a senior leadership role that combines technical expertise with strategic oversight, ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-effective delivery of electrical and energy solutions.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping our energy strategy, driving efficiency initiatives, and managing complex projects across multiple properties. This position requires a Wiremans Licence or Master Electrician certification and proven experience in MV/LV systems, generators, and utilities.

• Planning & Design: Interpret blueprints, develop electrical plans, estimate costs, and manage timelines.
  
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce safety regulations and ensure compliance with NEC/SANS codes.
  
• Project Management: Coordinate trades, manage procurement, inventory, and vendor relationships.
  
• Installation: Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems.
  
• Maintenance & Repair: Diagnose and repair MV/LV systems, motors, and controls; perform preventative maintenance.
  
• Leadership & Training: Mentor junior electricians, enforce best practices, and foster a culture of safety and quality.
  

Requirements

• Valid Wiremans Licence / Master Electrician (mandatory).
  
• Extensive experience with generators, MV/LV fault finding, reticulation, and MV switching (advantageous).
  
• Strong electrical problem-solving and managerial skills.
  
• Expertise in tendering, costing, and procurement processes.
  
• Utilities experience and excellent interpersonal skills.
  

Desired Skills:

• energy
• wireman's license
• master electrician

Desired Qualification Level:

• Grade 12 / Matric

About The Employer:

We focus on perfection, on finding the absolute top executive for your recruitment needs. Where other agencies may hire for every role within an organization or across a number of verticals, we have selected to remain within specific industries.
Our niche approach ensures that we know and understand your requirements and have the right relationships and expertise to find the perfect executive or perfect placement for every candidate.