Key performance areas:

• To drive the overall optimisation of the Environmental Resources & Waste Management value chain, through effective strategic planning, directing and alignment of functional management frameworks and operational delivery.
• Translate Organizational Strategy into operational objectives, whilst ensuring delivery of functional strategic plans.
• Developing and aligning the department operating model and value chain in relation to the organizational mandate in partnership with stakeholders.
• Establishing and manning strategic internal & external relationships inclusive of customers, service providers & relevant legislative agencies & structures.
• Directing development, ensure implementation and governance of By-Law compliance throughout the organization.
• Develop and implement an integrated Waste Management strategy and business plan for Ekurhuleni, with ongoing innovation as necessary
• Ensure strategic Human Resources decisions are dealt with effectively as it relates to operational efficiency
• Ensure that strategy and the operating model is adequately budgeted for through the development and implementation of a fit-for-purpose budget
• Ensure effective financial management, control, and corporate governance throughout area of accountability

Core Requirements:

• Postgraduate degree in Business Management or BSc Civil Engineering or Environmental Management or a relevant NQF level 7 qualification
• MBA/MBL will be an added advantage
• A minimum of 10 years in a leadership capacity in an organisation of similar scale and complexity of which 5 years was in the Senior Management level
• Well-honed judgement, strong leadership and high levels of integrity and personal drive
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• Tenacity and excellent problem-solving skills
• Advanced project and programme management skills
• Excellent people and communication skills