Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Condate Biogas

About ENGIE

ENGIE is a global leader in low-carbon energy supply and services. We have been active in the UK energy market for over 20 years, and our investments in energy infrastructure are focused on energy storage and renewable energy (solar, wind, biogas), whilst supplying energy to organisations of all sizes.

We are reshaping the energy future by reconciling economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, and we are looking for individuals who are committed to helping turn our vision into reality.

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our team at Condate Biogas in South Molton, Devon. This role involves working alongside the Plant Manager and Maintenance Manager to ensure plant uptime and efficiency. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive electrical maintenance of the anaerobic digestion facility, including installing and maintaining electrical components such as generators, inverters, and control systems.

Key Accountabilities:

• Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical components, including generators, inverters, and control systems.
• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance of the plant, including working on pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, pipework, and electrical equipment.
• Diagnosing and resolving electrical issues and system failures.
• Conducting routine inspections to identify and rectify potential issues.
• Stocktaking of electrical spares and equipment, ensuring all items are recorded and accounted for on the company systems.
• Collaborating with other team members and contractors to ensure adherence to health and safety protocols and efficient operations.
• Keeping accurate records of all maintenance activities.
• Assisting in other mechanical or operational areas as required, including driving a telehandler.

Knowledge and Skills/Experience:

• Extensive electrical experience in an industrial or renewable energy sector, or previous experience in a continuous process environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and components.
• Proven ability to interpret and understand wiring diagrams and drawings.
• Proven experience with fault finding, troubleshooting, and problem-solving.
• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in completing spreadsheets and reports.
• Good numerical, analytical, and diagnostic skills.

Qualifications:

• Relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering (e.g., apprenticeship, City & Guilds/NVQ/HNC/HND).
• Full UK driving licence.

Behavioural Capabilities:

• Ability to plan and prioritise complex and varied tasks.
• Hands-on approach to dealing with maintenance issues.
• Excellent working knowledge of current industry best practices and regulations.
• Good staff and contractor management skills, with excellent communication at all levels.
• Proven ability to work to timelines and manage time effectively.
• Resilience and drive to work independently.
• Commitment to safety and environmental sustainability.

Why ENGIE UK?

• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of energy supply.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Bonus programme.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Employer pension contribution.
• Commitment to professional development and growth.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about electrical maintenance and eager to drive change in the energy sector, we want to hear from you. At ENGIE UK, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Even if you do not meet all the requirements listed, we encourage you to apply. Your unique skills and experiences could be just what we need to take our operations to the next level.

To apply, please submit your CV detailing your experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.

ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.  ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.

Regional Head - (Middle East) 

Location: Dubai, UAE or Riyadh, KSA  

Industry: Engineering Consulting Services 
Reports to: Chief Officer- Business Area – Middle East & Asia based in India 

Who we are: 
Tractebel is a global engineering and consulting company with a mission to engineer a carbon-neutral future by 
providing first-class engineering and consulting services for Nuclear, Energy, Water and Infrastructure projects. 
Backed by more than 150 years of experience, today Tractebel is a community of over 5,500 passionate experts 
around the globe, committed to ethical business and the fight against climate change. Tractebel is part of the 
ENGIE Group, a global reference in low-carbon energy and services.  
Our priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. With Tractebel, you are uniquely positioned to make a 
positive impact on global net-zero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset: 
You! Our people come first, and our strength is in our diversity. Because diversity leads to fresh perspectives that 
drive performance and innovation!   
Find out more about Tractebel, our activities and why you should join us here!  

Your mission:   
Based in Dubai or Riyadh and leading a growing team of 300+ employees in Middle East region, you will be 
responsible for steering the business towards sustainable growth and operational excellence, with P&L 
accountability of the region (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman and Kuwait). The role requires a strategic leader who can 
leverage local market knowledge while driving business performance to meet the company’s ambitious growth 
targets in the region. 

 Your key responsibilities  
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the regional strategy, aligned with the company’s global 
vision, to drive growth across Middle East markets in the Energy, Desalination, and Infrastructure 
sectors. 
• Operational Management: Oversee regional operations, ensuring efficient project delivery, resource 
optimization, and adherence to best practices. 
• Business Development & Client Relationships: Cultivate and strengthen relationships with key 
stakeholders, including government agencies, private clients, banks and industry partners, to secure 
high-value projects and long-term contracts. 
• Financial Management: Drive profitability by ensuring efficient project performance, effective cost 
management, pricing strategies, and operational efficiencies. Lead the P&L for the region, focusing on 
improving margins, managing budgets, and achieving financial targets. 
• Growth & Expansion: Identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities, expanding the company into 
new sectors within the region. 
• Team Leadership & Development: Develop & mentor, a high-performing leadership team across the 
region, fostering a collaborative culture focused on operational excellence and customer satisfaction. 
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and company 
policies in each operating country, identifying and mitigating risks associated with market expansion and 
project execution. 

Your Qualification and Experience    
• A technical university degree. 
• 18+ years of professional experience in engineering / consulting services, out of which, at least 5 years 
of having worked in the Middle East region.  
• Expertise in the Energy sector. Experience in Infrastructure or Desalination sector will be an added 
advantage. 
• In-depth knowledge of the Middle East markets, including regulatory frameworks, business environment, 
and cultural dynamics. 
• A proven track record in financial management and operational efficiency, including driving profitability 
and managing P&L. 
• A customer-centric approach, with a focus on building strategic relationships and securing key contracts. 
Your Attributes    
• Strategic Thinker: You’re able to see the bigger picture, developing and executing long-term strategies 
for success. 
• Results-Oriented: With strong business acumen, you focus on measurable growth and achieving 
profitability targets. 
• Influential Leader: You excel in communication and interpersonal skills, able to engage and influence a 
wide range of stakeholders. 
• Adaptable and Agile: You thrive in a dynamic, rapidly evolving market and proactively approach 
challenges with flexibility. 
• Collaborative Partner: You promote a team-oriented culture, working effectively with cross-functional 
teams and building strong internal and external relationships. 

What we offer   
• It’s your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. It’s an 
environment built on team spirit, where you can reach your highest potential. Management actively 
supports the development of its people.   
• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. 
As part of the 96,000-strong ENGIE Group, your career path in pioneering low-carbon solutions around the world 
knows no limits. Every day is your opportunity to shape a more sustainable world.    

New Opportunity: Engineering Manager – Renewable Gasses Europe (LONDON)

About ENGIE UK 

ENGIE, one of the biggest energy firms in the world, is a global leader in decarbonisation and committed to delivering the energy transition through the alliance of molecules and electrons.  

It’s been a leader in the UK energy market for more than 20 years. Our team of 1,200 colleagues work across the energy value chain, procuring, producing, storing, transporting and distributing energy, while providing decarbonisation solutions for regional authorities, companies and individuals. We’re united by a shared purpose to champion zero carbon energy and positively contribute to the energy transition. 
 

Purpose of the Job: 

RENEWABLE GASES EUROPE (RGE) is ENGIE’s business entity responsible for the development of renewable and low carbon gases1 production in Europe. Since 2015, ENGIE has been developing biomethane production activity. At the beginning of 2023, its portfolio includes 26 plants in operation, of which 19 are self-operated, with a total production capacity of 550 GWh/y @100% and a development pipeline of 1.4 TWh/y. 

ENGIE is determined to become a leading player in 1G2 biomethane in Europe. The ambition is to grow rapidly to reach 10 TWh/y of biomethane production capacity by 2030. 

In Europe, outside France, biomethane production projects are already under development in the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Poland and Italy. Spain, Portugal and Romania are other countries of interest. The strategy is to develop projects, greenfield and through M&A, to inject biomethane into the gas grid or to produce bioLNG.  

Under the responsibility of the Head of Engineering, the Engineering Manager reports functionally to the Engineering Director. 

Key Responsibilities:

The Engineering Manager has two main roles: 

• They are the main interface between RGE engineering team and projects’ engineering contractors. 
• They supervise and manage engineering contractors during the project lifetime, 
• They ensure the production of engineering deliverables follows RGE standards and are produced on time according to the project schedule, and on budget. 
• They review, comments (and/or coordinates reviews/comments within RGE engineering team), contractors’ design deliverables, he controls the contractor’s document quality. 
• They support the construction team during construction as main technical interface between RGE construction team and the engineering contractor 
• They ensure capitalization of lessons learned and continuous improvement of engineering standards and practices 
• They are responsible for prefeasibility studies and diagnostics for upgrades and retrofit projects 
• They collect the list of existing engineering document and identify missing information/documents required to carry out the project 
• They control or defines a list of diagnostic to be done to control site/equipment existing conditions to perform the works (electricity, underground conditions, civil, static equipment, rotating equipment, piping, instrumentation and control, safety etc 
• If necessary, they could be in charge of proposing temporary work to maintain site activity in accordance with operation team.  
• They define the list of engineering deliverables to be produced for the works in accordance with the RGE engineering team. 
• They review and comment engineering deliverables. 
• They proofread and comment supplier offers 
• Apart from the Engineering team, the Engineering Manager will interact with, among others: 

Management of RGE 

• RGE teams Europe: Project Management, Industrialization, Business Development, Operation, Procurement 
• Suppliers and contractors 
• Other Group Engineering teams, Group Corporate : Knowledge Management Team 

Qualifications & Experience:

• M.S. degree in engineering or equivalent 
• Relevant experience in construction site field experience. 
• Experience in engineering positions in energy / water/waste treatment / industry in an EPC contractor company 
• Experience with working in a project-oriented culture, based on collaborative, agile and innovative ways of working 

Languages: 

• Fluent in French alongside English is a plus 

Skills: 

• Leadership 
• Multicultural team management, good understanding of cultural differences and ability to manage them 
• Strong interpersonal and relationship/cooperation skills 
• Very familiar with Engineering entities / matrix organization 
• Change management skills, open minded and support for change 
• Ability to work in a complex and dynamic environment 
• Respectful, professional, ethical, fair, trustworthy 

What benefits we offer?

Bonus Programme

We reward your hard work and dedication with a competitive bonus programme that recognises and values your contributions. Your efforts are appreciated and directly reflected in your financial rewards. 

Life Assurance

We prioritise your peace of mind by offering life assurance coverage. You can feel confident knowing that your loved ones will be protected in the event of the unexpected. 

Income Protection

Your financial security matters to us. Our income protection benefits ensure that you have a safety net in place, providing a valuable source of income if you're unable to work due to illness or injury. 

Employer Pension Contribution

We invest in your future by contributing to your pension plan. You can enjoy the confidence and peace of mind that comes with knowing that you're building a solid foundation for your retirement. 

Healthcare Cash Plan

Your well-being matters to us, which is why we provide a healthcare cash plan. You'll have access to a range of healthcare benefits, including reimbursement for medical expenses, dental and optical care, and more. Take care of yourself and your family's health without financial worries. 

myENGIE

We offer a range of flexible benefits to employees alongside hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts through myENGIE.

Diverse Employer

ENGIE’s purpose is to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral economy, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally friendly solutions, and we know that the most successful businesses are the most sustainable ones. Diversity, equity and inclusion is key to sustainability and success and our goal is to attract, engage and retain the best talent, bringing the best thinking to our business from inside and outside of our industry. Our ambition is to make sure everyone at ENGIE feels valued, respected and included. We know that diverse teams have more creativity, imagination, innovation and problem solving capabilities, so we are committed to tackling inequalities and creating a diverse and inclusive business.

Equal Opportunity

We're an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. During the application process you will be asked to complete an equality questionnaire on a voluntary basis and any data we collect will be treated confidentially and used for evaluation purposes only. This helps us understand our audience so we can make sure we are doing everything we can to attract a diverse range of people and ensure our recruitment processes are fair and inclusive.

ENGIE is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. With its 97,300 employees, its customers, partners and stakeholders, the Group is committed to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally-friendly solutions. Inspired by its purpose (“raison d’être”), ENGIE reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on its key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to its customers.

SWPC issued a Conditional Award to Engie for the Jubail 3B SWRO Project.  The plant is a fully contracted IWP producing 125 MIDD of potable water on coast of Persian Gulf, including a 570 000 m3 potable water storage facility and 59 km 380 kV transmission lines and substation.  Engie will construct a highly efficient and low carbon footprint plant design that fully utilizes the latest RO technology.

The Jubail 3B SWRO project is part of a major investment in additional SWRO facilities in KSA and is a major part of the expansion and diversification of the Kingdom.  The project site is located approx. 20Km South from the industrial city of Jubail, which has modern facilities. ENGIE operates various IPPs and IWPPs in this part of the kingdom, as Marafiq plant at 30 km and Fadhili Cogeneration plant at 70 km.

It is expected the CEO will be based in the Eastern Province of KSA.   It is also expected that there will be regular travel within KSA and occasional travel to Dubai or elsewhere in GCC.   The location may allow a commuting with Bahrain, under certain conditions and subject to further discussions.

Objective

The CEO is responsible for:

• Managing the Company including personnel recruitment, procedures and facilities in agreement with the Board of Directors and the long-term business plan.
• Representing the Company and conduct relationships of the Company with the authorities, regulatory agencies, lenders, banks and professional organizations.
• Following up proper execution of the commercial and financial contracts and bringing in solutions to any argument or problem that may arise, in coordination with the Board of Directors.
• Arranging that necessary permits and consents are obtained and maintained.
• Making sure that the Company is made aware of applicable changes in law and regulations.
• Promote a safe company culture.
• Envisage, seek approval, and implement necessary steps of a business/operating mid long-term plan.

Reporting line

The CEO has a primary statutory reporting line to the Company’s Board of Directors and will closely interact with Company’s shareholders to benefit from their long experience of business activity in KSA.  The CEO will report within Engie to the appropriate function within AMEA management.

Reporting line

The CEO has a primary statutory reporting line to the Company’s Board of Directors and will closely interact with Company’s shareholders to benefit from their long experience of business activity in KSA.  The CEO will report within Engie to the appropriate function within AMEA management.

Job responsibility

• Conduct and/or coordinate and control all high-level interfaces with the authorities, banks and clients.
• Prepare medium and long-term budget forecasts. Monitor and report budget variances and deviations from forecasts on a regular basis.
• Fostering good industrial relations at the Site and with key local groups and communities.
• Ensure preparedness for emergency incidents and coordinate with the mutual aid partners on the island.
• Make sure that the insurance coverage and policies are in place and claims procedures are followed properly. Ensure that no action takes place that may void the application of the policies.
• Set objectives for his team, evaluate personnel on a regular basis and set up salary and benefits policy in line with budget and implement incentive schemes approved by the Board of Directors.
• Report the health of the Company to the Board of Directors and the shareholder Companies as and when required.
• Act as an ambassador for cultural change where continuous improvement and drive towards operational excellence are key
• Submit to the Board of Directors the annual operating budget for approval.
• Ensure operation within approved budgetary limits.
• Approve expenses incurred by subordinates while performing their duties, in accordance with established policies and duties.
• Human Resources Management of the Company.

Degree / Experience  

• Minimum of 15 years in a senior position within the international power/energy sector.
• Degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering  or university degree with a strong background in the energy sector
• Relevant technological experience/understanding (e.g. process plant, water plant, CCGT, steam cycle, cogeneration, water production)
• Stakeholder management
• 3rd parties relationship / contractual management, management of board meeting
• MBA or equivalent is a plus.

Specific Knowledge / Skills  

• Fluent in written & spoken English. Basic level proficiency of Arabic language is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation and leadership and management  skills.
• Strong financial background/understanding.
• Good technical background/understanding.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to lead a multicultural team.
• Experience of Middle East is a plus.
• Strong planning, analysis skills

Business Understanding        

•            Excellent knowledge of the GCC PPA/IWP/IWPP framework.

Location / Travel         

•            Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Eastern Province, Dammam/Jubail area.

Field: General Management

Job Level: With management

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: Full-time

Primary Location:  KSA

Our group is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. Together with our 96.000 employees, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally-friendly solutions. Inspired by our purpose (“raison d’être”), we reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers.

As a Chief Operating Officer of Energy Solutions (ES), you are responsible for the effective implementation and continuous improvement of all processes related to the execution of contractual commitments across all activities within Spain. In this role, you ensure operational excellence by defining standards, industrializing processes, and establishing efficiency plans. You play an active part in the cultural and industrial transformation, contributing to the industrialization of processes, overseeing the optimization of operational costs, and achieving internal synergies. Your leadership is crucial in setting the benchmarks for operational standards and driving the efficiency needed to meet our strategic goals  

GOVERNANCE AND REPORTING LINES  

- You report to the Managing Director of ES Spain, with dotted line to the Chief Operations Officer of Energy Solutions GBU 

- You oversee 5 domains (some of them in collaboration with corporate teams): Health & Safety, Operational Excellence, Plan Efficiencies and Cost Savings, Process improvement and Transformation Plan. 

MAIN MISSIONS 

1. Steer Health and Safety ambitions, regarding both personnel (internal and contractors) and industrial safety. 

2. Define ES GBU Management System (manual, processes, reference documents).  

3. Effectively implement all relevant GBU standard processes, KPIs and digital tools and applications in the fields of engineering and construction, asset management (maintenance, energy performance), labor and field service management, energy management and procurement.  

4. Measure operational performance by activity, benchmark and propose improvement actions and report to the General Management and the Operations Line. 

5. Set objectives, support, control and assess the action of the 5 lines under your scope for ES related topics (H&S, Operational Excellence, Plan Efficiencies and Cost Savings, Process improvement and Transformation Plan). 

6. Lead the operations related topics within the QBR Operations deck, attend to the QBR and comment main KPI, challenges and zooms on key projects / programs.  

7. As a member of the development and investment committees, secure the instruction of H&S, design & build future operations aspects of each project and contribute to the decision. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  

- You have relevant experience in the energy and/or services business as well as people intensive business type with at least 10 years in a senior operational management function (P&L). Experience in an international Group is a strong advantage.  

- You have a university degree or equivalent in management, engineering or applied economics  

- Ability to work in complex and matrix organization.  

- Ability to perform in uncertain environments and lead multiple and potentially contradictory priorities.  

- You have been successful in developing activities, creating trust with clients (industrial as well as public authorities), and with operational transformations. 

- You are pragmatic, people oriented and have strong personal leadership. 

- You encourage cross-functional cooperation and build strong working relationships leading transversally so that it allows you to work with other departments in an agile and efficient way. 

- You are native/bilingual in Spanish, fluent in written and oral English. French is a plus. 

- We are looking for an evolutive profile  

- You are open to travel 

Committed to inclusion 

At ENGIE we value and encourage diversity and inclusion. We are committed to accelerating the transition to a carbon-neutral economy achieved by integrating exceptional and diverse individuals that seek, support, and strengthen each other’s growth. 

What we will provide 

We will provide you with training plans adapted to your needs and interests. 

You will have a flexible schedule and a hybrid work system + reduced working days during summer and Fridays. 

You will have the chance to adhere to corporate benefits and e-Plan (transport card, kindergarten, training, meal, health insurance among others). 

You will be part of a dynamic team in which you will truly develop and grow as a professional. 

You will work with a multidisciplinary team that will support you at all times. 

You will be part of a network of more than 96,000 professionals working to create a more sustainable world. 

ENGIE is the answer if... 

- You are looking for a solid professional project with professional projection. 

- You value being part of the first independent energy group in the world. 

- You want to grow and develop within a dynamic and challenging company. 

- If you consider that your work, together with the efforts of the people who are part of the company, can and should have a positive impact on the environment. 

If you want to be part of an international group, able to offer a wide variety of jobs in a dynamic and promising sector, we are waiting for you! 

Job Title: Country Director

Department: Country Team

Reporting Line: Regional Country Director

Location: Cotonou, Benin

Job Grade: 20

About ENGIE Energy Access

ENGIE Energy Access is the leading Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGo) and mini-grids solutions provider in Africa. The company develops innovative, off-grid solar solutions for homes, public services and businesses, enabling customers and distribution partners access to clean, affordable energy. The PAYGO solar home systems are financed through affordable instalments from $0.19 per day and the mini-grids foster economic development by enabling electrical productive use and triggering business opportunities for entrepreneurs in rural communities. With over 1,800 employees, operations in nine countries across Africa (Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Benin), over 1.9 million customers and more than 9 million lives impacted so far, ENGIE Energy Access aims to impact 20 million lives across Africa by 2025.  

www.engie-energyaccess.com    

www.linkedin.com/company/engie-africa  

Job  Purpose/Mission 

ENGIE Energy Access (EEA) is looking for an experienced and mission-driven leader to for our operations in Benin. You should be hungry to make an ambitious pitch for a scaled and sustainable model for our successful solar home system (SHS) and nascent mini-grid products in the Benin market. You have the skills and passion to take an already high-performing team to new heights, and to solidify our market-leader status as we break into new verticals and optimize our business model over the coming years.

As the Country Director in Benin, you are ultimately accountable in country for all aspects of EEA Benin’s work including SHS and mini-grids. You will own the opportunity of leading and growing a high-performing team of over 200 (including a young and vibrant leadership team) and further scaling and diversifying our business by building out the operations for optimal geographical coverage of Benin, consolidating and leading our mini-grid business, developing government relationships, and ensuring the business’s long-term strategic and financial sustainability.

Responsibilities:
Strategy Development and Implementation

• Develop and implement the multi-year strategic vision and annual country business plan, aligned to the overall EEA strategic plan for both Solar Home Systems and Mini-grids.
• Drive business model innovations/evolutions that result in improved customer engagement, better repayment, and reduced bad debt for both SHS and mini-grid businesses.
• Iterate and create a country-centric business model that has the ability to acquire hundreds of thousands of customers on an annual basis while driving to YoY profitability growth.
• Gather insights to inform scalable, profitable, and sustainable commercialization strategies in subsequent years.
• Participate in business development projects by contributing all necessary data and validating assumptions.
• Continuously monitor company performance, product fit and pricing, marketing, sales, distribution, portfolio health, technical integration, and service with potential partners, as well as customer experience and country-specific customer insights.
   

Leadership and Management

• Provide strong, visible, and inspirational leadership to Benin’s management team including SHS and mini-grid leaders thereby delivering bottom line business results.
• Build a world class team that loves what they do and embodies our culture.
• Build a culture of performance and accountability to execute against goals.
• Lead management team in the resolution of operational challenges and contribute towards the creation of new and innovative solutions.
• Lead the development of a sustainable team structure to support the operational requirements of the business.
• Oversee the recruitment, development, retention, and engagement of all team members in Benin in collaboration with the HR department.
• Act as custodian of succession plan development and implementation to support the growth of people within the organization.
• Lead, coach, and mentor direct reports to foster personal growth and teamwork.
• Manage the administration of direct reports through the approval of leave, subsistence, and travel expenses.

Finance Management and Operations Oversight

• Manage the country P&L for Solar Home System and mini-grid businesses, drive performance, challenge spend, and lead changes to deliver higher value.
• Own and manage Country performance management dashboard and financial model for both SHS and mini-grid.
• Provide oversight in financial management matters of the country operations, ensuring compliance with the overall company’s procedures and external best practice as well as donor and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and effectively execute the country resource allocation plan, using insights and a focus on opportunities, priorities, and capabilities for business growth.
• Monitor cash flow to ensure effective cash management.
• Oversee all operations in Benin including construction of mini-grid sites, development of SHS distribution networks, inventory management, etc. to ensure successful completion of projects, protect health and safety, and reduce loss.   
• Monitor operational risks through the management of a comprehensive risk framework to assess risks and devise risk mitigation plans.

Health, Safety, and Security

• Responsible for Health, Safety, and Security for all activities in the country.
• Champion and maintain a culture of Health, Safety, and Security compliance, ensuring accountability throughout the organization for the safety of our staff and contractors.
• Accountable for ensuring compliance by all teams in Benin to all EEA and ENGIE Group Health, Safety, and Security requirements.
• Accountable for ensuring compliance by all teams in Benin to EEA and ENGIE Group Cyber Security requirements.

Ethics

• Adhere strictly to Engie's Ethics Charter, encompassing ethical conduct, conflict resolution, compliance with laws and regulations, and anti-wrongdoing standards.
• Demonstrate ethical leadership by upholding the highest standards of integrity, corporate responsibility, and ethics, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Oversee the implementation and enforcement of ethics policies, report any violations promptly to the CEO and Head of Ethics, actively engage in ethics training, advocate a zero-tolerance stance against unethical behavior, and foster a culture promoting ethical conduct within the organization.
• Ensure accurate financial and audit reporting and that all potential contractors complete an ethics due diligence.

Stakeholder Management

• Locate, initiate, develop, and execute on key partnerships initiatives that can assist in distribution, branding, customer acquisition, and scale.

• Own and ensure that EEA Benin maintains productive relations with all external stakeholders and partnerships (i.e., telcos, government, tax authorities, industry organizations, banks, multilaterals, donors, etc.)
• Represent the country programs to authorities, donors, partners, and other relevant forums.

• Engage with Group Executives on country operational matters and in the provision of input into high level strategy.
• Participate in Country Board meetings and engage with shareholders and local chairpersons.

• Strengthen EEA’s position nationally and regionally.
• Leverage and collaborate with global team and other country leads for insight and support.

At EEA, we have high expectations for our managers. Each manager plays a key role in creating an exceptional experience not only for our customers but for every person on our team. Our managers help EEA realize our ambitious goals while developing their own leadership skills and facilitating growth for their direct reports. 

We believe that great managers:

• Deliver ambitious results: As a high-performing and accountable leader, you create an enabling environment for effective action and bold decision which contribute to successful delivery of results.
• Act with integrity: As an ethical leader you are honest, respectful, objective, and transparent. You create and build upon a foundation of trust and openness.
• Inspire and mentor the team: As an inspirational leader you walk the talk. You empower and coach your team with trust and humility.
• Are accessible: as an accessible leader, you develop and maintain deep connections with stakeholders through approachability and active listening.
• Ensure diversity and inclusion: as an inclusive leader, you ensure diversity and foster a sense of belonging.

Knowledge and skills 

 Experience:

• 12-15 years in a senior leadership role in a growing business of a reasonable size in B2B and B2C contexts
• Strong GM experience, P&L responsibility, and orientation
• Sales, Marketing and Consumer-oriented
• Multi-channel sales distribution experience e.g., door to door, in-house retail, third party retail, partnerships, Telesales)
• Experience representing a large and leading commercial multinational entity to both internal and external partners and authorities
• Government and Labor stakeholder engagement experience
• Experience of managing budgets and multiple stakeholder’s contracts
• Proven commitment to accountability practices and knowledge of quality assurance systems
• Experience with rural African Markets and financial services highly beneficial
• Experience with sales oriented integrated operations in renewable energies sectors is preferred
• Outstanding analytical skills and ability to synthesize analysis into practical strategy recommendations.
• Understanding of asset & non-asset based business models and economics.
• Experience with multi-entity governance.

Qualifications:

• A holder of a minimum master’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent in a relevant field

Language(s): 

• English
• French

 Technology:

• Experience in technology required for the role.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however due to the large volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. All applications are screened based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without any regard to origin, age, name, sexual identity, orientation or preference, religion, marital status, health, disability, political opinions, union involvement or citizenship. Our differences are our strengths!