Key Performance Indicators:

Provide strategic direction and leadership to the company
Promote the vision, mission and values founded on the desire to be a high performance organisation that relies on its dynamic employee value proposition that attracts, develops and retains highly skilled employees
Develop and implement strategic interventions aimed at ensuring that the company is sustainable
Develop and implement frameworks, structures and processes that ensure good governance, effective risk management and compliance with the company’s policies, regulatory guidelines, directives and applicable legislation
Set and manage the company’s objectives in terms of the shareholders’ compact
Develop the company’s safety, security and promotion capacity and activities to ensure continued industry and investor interest in the industry
Develop and implement a comprehensive transformation plan and manage “special projects” as directed by the Board

Required Qualifications and Experience:

A postgraduate degree in Law, Engineering or Maritime
An MBA or relevant Masters in maritime related areas will be an added advantage
A minimum of ten years’ senior management experience
Experience in the industry will be an important advantage
Proven knowledge or an in-depth understanding of the industry
Knowledge of pertinent legislation
Strong communication and presentation skills
Ability to engage and partner with various departments, regulatory authorities and critical stakeholders
Knowledge of blue economy will be an advantage
Proven business management skills including inter alia financial management, risk management, corporate, compliance and team leadership
Proven track record in developing strategy for business/organisation and of successful leading and inspiring a diverse group of employees

Key Attributes and Skills Sought:

High-level of integrity, initiative and passion
A team player who is assertive and confident
Outstanding leadership, inter-personal, negotiations, concept and analytical skills
A postgraduate degree in Law, Engineering or Maritime
An MBA or relevant Masters in maritime related areas will be an added advantage
Ability to recognise opportunities and drive change
Ability to lead and implement transformation initiatives
Understanding of PFMA and Treasury regulations
Understanding of Codes of Corporate Governance
Open to security vetting clearance

This is not an AA/EE position but preference will be given to South African Historically Disadvantaged Individuals (HDI) candidates.

If you have not received a response within 48 hours of submitting your resume, please consider your application as being unsuccessful.