Head of Energy at Growthpoint Properties

Duties and responsibilities

Solar Energy Operations

• Develop and execute strategies to enhance energy efficiency, reduce electricity costs, and ensure sustainability across all sectors (retail, industrial, office) and including Growthpoint Investment Partners.
• Ensure optimal performance of existing rooftop solar installations. This includes:
• Overseeing operations and maintenance service level agreements.
• Setting and managing performance budgets for all installations.
• Oversee the expansion of rooftop solar installations across the Growthpoint portfolio, ensuring integration into the Growthpoint Network Operations Centre (NOC) platform.
• Ensure all energy projects comply with regulations, industry standards, and environmental policies.

Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)

• Implement and maintain power purchase agreements, coordinating with electricity and environmental traders as well as utility management companies to ensure compliance and optimal performance. 
• Ensure the seamless integration of new and existing energy agreements to ensure cost efficiency and reliability.

Energy efficiency and sustainability

• Identify and execute initiatives aimed at reducing the organisations carbon footprint and electricity consumption.
• Propose new renewable energy projects and continuously seek ways to improve energy efficiency across all operational sectors.

Reporting

• Prepare and deliver board reports and presentations on energy performance and sustainability initiatives.
• Report to the Growthpoint sustainability forum, which includes senior management.

Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including energy suppliers, contractors, and sustainability experts.
• Represent the company at industry conferences and forums to discuss energy strategies and achievements.

Team Leadership

• Lead a team responsible for energy projects, providing direction, mentorship and support to ensure high performance.

Requirements

Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of both renewable energy construction (rooftop solar and large-scale installations) and power purchase agreements.

Job Specific Skills

• Strategic and Analytical thinking
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to analyse data and present findings to senior management.
• Leadership skills
• Resilience

Experience

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in renewable energy, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering, with a strong focus on solar and PPA implementation.
• Stakeholder Management experience (essential)
• Experience with power purchase agreements and energy procurement. 
• Proven leadership experience in managing teams, setting performance goals, and ensuring high levels of accountability and collaboration. Ability to drive a high-performance team culture.

Qualifications

• B.Eng. (Electrical or Mechanical).