JOB TITLE: Operations Lead Smart Metering and ProjectsMANAGER: Head of Metering and ProjectsLOCATION: Cape TownCOMPANY OVERVIEW:We are a leading Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company in the renewable energy sector, committed to sustainable development and delivering innovative solutions to combat climate change. Our projects span across Southern Africa and include roof top, carport, and ground mount solar projects. We also provide operating and maintenance, asset management, metering, and monitoring services through our various divisions. As we continue to expand our operations and our expertise in battery energy storage solutions (BESS) and become a leading Independent Power Producer in the Corporate and Industry sphere, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Procurement to join our team and lead our procurement strategies, ensuring efficient sourcing, purchasing, and supply chain management to support our ambitious growth plans.ROLE OVERVIEW:The Operations Manager reports into the Head of Metering and Projects and is expected to be independent and able to direct their own work and priorities as well manage line managers within the team and client escalations.QUALIFICATIONS:· Degree in Engineering or relevant qualificationDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Project Administration TeamEngage and manage the Smart Metering Project Administration team, with assistance from the Senior Projects Administration, to ensure that all Smart Metering Projects are completed on time and within budget.Ensure that the Project Administration team tracks the following reports daily and actions accordingly:Electrical Smart Metering Offline ReportsWater Smart Metering Offline ReportsBOO and Solar offline reportsEnsure that tracking reports by the Project Admin teams are completed and available for the HOD to compile in the monthly management report to Exco inclusive of the following:Solar Installation reportsNon-Solar Installation ReportsMaintenance Offline Report, both Solar and Non-Solar clientsAssist with any technical and client escalationsOversee SAP Processes:PO ProcessGRPO ProcessStock Management and Inventory ControlManage Approvals for hardware stock items and consumablesOversee MTN and Onomondo and other transmission contract management and facilitate invoice paymentManage the approvals for Accommodation and LOAs allocationsCopper Administration Team:Manage the Smart Metering Copper Administration team, with assistance from the Project Administration Manager for the Copper team.Oversee Copper Loading of all Electrical and Water Smart meters for Solar, Utility, and Non-Utility ClientsHandle and manage escalations between various TFS divisionsEnsure that the Copper Projects Tracker is continuously updated by the team and have weekly check-ins with the team to ensure the team meets client expectationsApproval all Smart Metering Quotations raised by the Copper Admin Team that fit within approval parametersManage the Smart Metering Pricing Templates for both Electricity and Water, ensuring all pricing is accurate and up to date and schedule monthly updates with HOD for pricing reviewManage any queries related to the monthly Annuity report and send to HOD for approval prior to invoicingAC Crew ManagementEnsure that the Smart Metering AC Teams Smart Metering Projects are completed on time and within budgetEnsure regular communication with AC Manager and handle any escalations from the teamAssist with any staff issues and Bargaining Council queries and escalate to HOD as requiredEnsure that the Wage and Overtime policy is adhered to and sign-off all wage and LOAs for paymentSend a consolidated report to HOD for the review of all Overtimes and LOAs submittedMake sure that Health and Safety compliance is maintained with zero tolerance for transgressionsApprove Method Statements and send to HOD for signatureHandle all escalations from AC ManagerClient and Account ManagementHandle all client escalations pertaining to Smart MeteringAttend Client MeetingsBe accountable for ensuring contracted services (energy risk management & procurement, and energy management) are delivered to exceptional standards, exceeding client expectations wherever possibleProcess ManagementProvide input to HOD on all SOP’s new and updated if and when requiredReporting Progress and relevant statistics monthly reporting to HOD#J-18808-Ljbffr