Strategy Head

Job Description : HEAD OF POWER STRATEGY SOUTH AFRICA A giant telecommunications multinational is actively looking for a Head of Power Strategy and Power Planning for Towers. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the full end-to-end design of the power solutions strategy, particularly focusing on the challenges of minimising downtime/latency at the towers during load shedding. In addition to strategy creation, this is also a front-to-back, daily leadership role, with the individual taking ownership of profit & loss for power operations, and will involve working closely with the sales team to roll out a brand new power solution to multiple high-profile customers. The key aim of this senior role is to ensure connectivity across South Africa, including planning for batteries, generators, and a range of other SLA’s including site security. Lead the development of strategies for a range of high-profile Corporate customers, with site-specific requests Oversee construction or modelling of energy generation site solutions Modify new and existing electrical engineering technologies Govern and manage the performance of suppliers, contracts, and 3rd parties Take responsibility for all budgets Ensure robust Compliance & Governance If a foreign national/expat, able to get up-to-speed quickly with South African regulations Relevant Bachelor’s degree 15 years of experience in either electrical or power solution design 8 – 10 years experience within the Telecommunication sector Extensive experience with Towers/Tower Co's Extensive experience with site power monitoring and management thereof To learn more about this unique, impactful, and senior opportunity to join a hugely well-established Global Telecoms firm, please get in touch. Experience in Greater Africa is non-negotiable (experience within Nigeria or Uganda is highly advantageous, but any experience within Africa but outside of South Africa will be considered)

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