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• Led growth and success in the Commercial and Industrial sectors, overseeing day-to-day operations, including engineering, sales, procurement, and project management. • Held full P&L accountability, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring financial targets are met.• Served as the lead negotiator with major OEMs, fostered key stakeholder relationships and mentored a motivated and engaged workforce. • Managed cost-effective supply chains, ensuring compliance with industry standards. • Acquired talent and implemented a quarterly performance review process for effective performance management.• Responsible for the maintenance of all assets valued at R3 billion, across three African regions.• Managed warehousing and logistics.• Handled stakeholder management and customer disputes.

Johannesburg Metropolitan Area

• Led Aberdare Engineering's EPC division, steering research on new products and manufacturing processes for the local market.• Investigated untapped customer segments, developing strategies for effective penetration.• Drafted business case proposals for funding institutions to secure investments in PV and HV cable sectors.• Spearheaded applications to DFIs for grants and loans, focusing on local infrastructure requirements.• Implemented LEAN manufacturing processes, risk management, and EPCM concepts based on research outcomes.• Developed and implemented SOPs for business operations, including risk management, project management, supply chain, tender/bid management, and due diligence process flow.• Led due diligence activities for potential mergers and acquisitions.• Ensured financial modelling accountability for Aberdare Engineering projects, assessing ROI.• Defined and implemented strategies aligning with the group's policy, focusing on a profitable EPCM business model.• Managed commercial risks and opportunities in project execution, including Joint Ventures and Partnerships.• Crafted and executed marketing and sales strategies for HV cables, fostering customer loyalty programs.• Led the engineering team's goal setting, performance improvement, and promotion of clean energy initiatives.

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Consulting Services:• Conducted research to innovate cost reduction and upselling strategies, developed comprehensive sector-specific strategies, supported the IPP sector with tender and project management, led R&D on 3rd generation Thin Film PV technology, ensured quality assurance for energy projects, designed and executed turnkey projects, and performed risk analysis and mitigation for clients.Mentorship and Coaching:• Mentored and coached entrepreneurs across prominent institutions, set objectives and timeframes, monitored progress, assisted in transforming concepts into commercial ventures, reviewed business plans, funding applications, and investment proposals, and evaluated the feasibility of technology concepts.Financial Manager – Steelbest Automotive (Company under business rescue): • Oversaw manufacturing alignment with customer forecasts and LEAN initiatives, managed funding activities and full P&L responsibility, ensured compliance with IATF and ISO standards, implemented QMS processes, directed pricing strategies and cash flow forecasting, led risk mitigation, procurement, and supplier negotiations, and contributed to ESD, CSI, HR, and marketing strategies as an EXCO member.Barcelos Franchise Owner: • Managed daily operations, staff, and compliance with quality, health, and safety standards, while overseeing budgeting, financial planning, and reporting, developing marketing strategies, enhancing customer relations, ensuring adherence to franchise agreements, and driving revenue growth and operational efficiency.

Midrand, South Africa

General:• Led manufacturing and supply of HV, MV, and LV equipment, ensuring compliance with industry requirements and studying competitor businesses for strategic advantage.• Conducted due diligence on funding applications, developing tailor-made solutions within technical specifications and budget.• Offered Greenfield and Brownfield solutions across various sectors, fostering key account relationships.• Managed financial Business Target Agreements, collaborated with Inter BUs, and ensured Health & Safety accountability.• Implemented Siemens Performance Improvement Program, adhering to best technology practices and seeking market share.Pre-Acquisition (Sales and Marketing):• Oversaw P&L for business units, playing a lead sales role in SEA, and formulated operational strategies.• Identified customers, engaged in Market Development, and achieved Business Target Agreements results.• Led bid management, ensuring successful bids, reduced NCCs, and engaged with funding institutions.Engineering:• Managed engineering requirements for bid and project execution, providing technical support and optimization.• Secured tools and training for design personnel.Project Execution:• Appointed assistant to the Chief Executive Officer, overseeing occupational health, safety, and environmental matters.• Ensured BU compliance with governance, health & safety, environment, and quality standards.• Presided over Project Review presentations, directed financial and technical directives, and monitored NCC reduction and savings achievements.

Midrand

• Nominated and elected as Chairman of GE Education Trust. • Spearheaded engagement with local universities, selecting graduates for bursaries, and identifying local schools from disadvantaged backgrounds to assist with infrastructure and resources.• Key involvement in manufacturing LV and MV distribution boards, overseeing designs and BOMs for procurement needs.• Served as the LEAN representative for GE S.A on both local and international manufacturing projects.• Conducted research on new materials and components, optimizing design solutions to enhance local products and services.• Managed the engineering department under the Industrial Solutions portfolio, handling staff, engineering hours, and tools.• Coordinated with other departments to identify and meet internal resource requirements.• Tracked project costs, performed postmortem cost analysis, and implemented corrective actions for profitability.• Developed and implemented procedures, including design change requests and document databases.• Mentored junior engineers, facilitated training sessions, and played a lead role in recruitment processes.• Represented General Electric on technical industry committees, contributing to negotiations with vendors and clients on technical and commercial matters.

Modderfontein, South Africa

• Oversaw LV, MV, and HV equipment manufacturing and infrastructure installation.• Managed local manufacturing of protection panels, MCCs, and conducted research on cutting-edge substation solutions.• Controlled projects from contract award to commissioning, ensuring safety, contractual compliance, and commercial success.• Led project change and claims management, including procurement of equipment, services, and materials.• Facilitated training sessions on HV products and ensured quality assurance inspections aligned with project requirements.• Successfully completed projects within specified time, budget, and customer specifications.• Identified, analyzed, and mitigated project risks, covering contractual, technical, commercial, environmental, political, and social aspects.• Interfaced between sales, project, and technical teams to develop comprehensive tenders, quotations, and proposals.

• Planned and facilitated internal/external workshops and meetings for stakeholders.• Provided technical assistance across organizational departments and supervised consultants in the electricity regulation division.• Managed the technical auditing budget within the compliance division.• Assessed electricity distributor’s costs, audited municipalities, and ensured adherence to distribution specifications and PFMA requirements.• Conducted research, interpreted regulations, and designed and executed technical regulatory/compliance projects.• Developed regulatory methodology for distributor compliance, conducted compliance audits, and ensured corrective actions were implemented.• Coordinated and implemented projects within the compliance department, including drafting and interpreting documents related to electricity regulation.• Played a key role in developing Quality-of-Supply (NRS 048) and Reliability of Supply (NRS 047) license conditions, standards, and incentive/penalty regimes.

Advanced Short Course, Business Rescue

Bachelor Of Commerce - Bcom, Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies

Mdp (Management Development Programme), Business Administration And Management

B.Tech Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current), Electrical And Electronics Engineering