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Job Title
General Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
Experience
12+ years
Salary
Job Published
15 October 2026
Job Reference No.
932469

Job Description

Job Title: General Manager – Africa

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng | Extensive African travel

A leading technical services organisation is seeking an experienced General Manager to drive business growth, profitability and operational excellence across multiple African markets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead business strategy, financial performance and regional operations.

  • Drive business development, major tenders and contract negotiations.

  • Oversee multi-country projects, equipment utilisation and operational efficiency.

  • Champion safety, risk management and regulatory compliance.

  • Lead organisational integration, talent development and technology-driven growth.

  • Build strategic client relationships and report on business performance.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Relevant degree in Engineering, Mining, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.

  • 12+ years’ relevant industry experience, including at least 5 years in senior management.

  • Proven P&L accountability, business development and contract-winning experience.

  • Strong commercial, financial and operational leadership capabilities.

  • Experience managing projects and teams across multiple countries.

  • Valid passport and driver’s licence, with willingness to travel extensively across Africa.

Apply now if you are a commercially driven leader with a proven track record of growing and managing technical services businesses.

If you do not hear from us within 7 days of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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