Head of Innovation and Sustainability

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Transnet SOC Ltd Full time
Job Summary:

The Head of Innovation and Sustainability will lead the development and execution of the organisation's strategic initiatives to enhance service delivery and operational effectiveness. This role requires strong leadership skills, business acumen, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders to drive growth and sustainability.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Developing and implementing strategic plans, roadmaps, and frameworks to guide the organisation's growth and long-term success.
  • Collaborating with executive leadership to define and refine the organisation's strategic direction.
  • Analysing internal and external factors impacting the business landscape and identifying emerging opportunities and risks.
  • Developing and monitoring strategies related to corporate sustainability and ESG practices.
  • Leading innovation and understanding of sector trends, competitive landscape, and business opportunities to drive growth and sustainability.
  • Work closely with key stakeholders to develop actionable strategies, analyse market trends, conduct business research, and provide insightful recommendations to executive leadership.
Skill Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Management or related discipline.
  • Minimum 10 years working experience in a large complex organisation, of which 5 years in a Senior Management role OR 12 years relevant demonstratable experience in rail or related industry, of which 8 years is at a Senior Management level in a large organisation with a complex operations environment.
  • Post graduate qualifications will be an added advantage.
  • Experience in leading major transformations within an organisation.
  • Extensive knowledge of the broader R&D environment in which the TRIM operates.
  • Ability to project or forecast future business trends and risks which could impact on the organisation.
  • Good insight into the operations of different business units/programmes within the organisation.
  • Experience in the implementation of Strategic Management and associated methodologies.


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