Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager – Renewables Fre Group is looking to fill the position of Commercial Manager – Renewables to manage one of our major contracts based in our Orange branch and working on the Uungula Wind Farm development project. In this role, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our business strategy and direction, through a strong link between commercial thinking, contractual clarity, and actionable results. Key Attributes Strategic Thinking: Ability to see the bigger picture, align commercial activities with long‑term goals, and make decisions that support business strategy and growth. Commercial Acumen: Deep understanding of business dynamics, market trends, and financial levers to drive profitability and sustainable growth. Contractual Expertise: Proven experience in contract law, risk management, and negotiation to protect business interests and maximise value from agreements. Financial Literacy: Highly proficient in budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and interpreting financial data to make informed decisions. Stakeholder Management: Adept at engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels, from internal teams to senior executives and external partners. Analytical Mindset: Uses data to uncover trends, assess performance, and identify areas for improvement and opportunity. Results Orientation: Drives performance with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes, hitting targets, and improving the bottom line. Adaptability: Thrives in fast‑changing environments, responds to market shifts, and can pivot strategies when needed. Responsibilities Lead commercial strategy execution to achieve financial targets, enhance customer satisfaction, and uphold safety standards. Manage the end‑to‑end lifecycle of commercial agreements, including contracts, rate cards, and pricing structures, ensuring alignment with corporate policies. Lead quality assurance and service standards to maintain full compliance with contractual obligations. Align commercial initiatives with operational planning, project delivery, and customer needs through cross‑functional collaboration. Provide strategic insights through data analytics, trend forecasting, and scenario modelling to inform executive decisions and long‑term planning. Identify margin opportunities, cost trends, and contractual risks—delivering actionable recommendations to mitigate exposure and drive performance. Essential Requirements Tertiary qualifications in Business, Finance, Commerce or equivalent combination of commercial qualifications and relevant experience. 5 or more years’ commercial experience in construction or mining. Wind industry and crane industry experience desired. Demonstrated leadership experience with proven negotiation and relationship building capabilities. Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple stakeholders simultaneously. Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and contractors. Demonstrated sound written and oral communication skills including report writing. Computer skills including MS Office, specifically Outlook and Excel. Oracle P6 experience preferred. Manage and lead the commercial team, providing guidance, support, and direction to all staff involved in the project. What’s on Offer Competitive remuneration, joining Fre Group embarks you on a career journey in a truly international business. Fre Group is an equal opportunity employer, who are committed to developing its employees, so they are capable of sustained high‑quality performance and increased job satisfaction. We are committed to providing a safe workplace and ensuring every employee goes home safe to their family. Fre Group maintains a zero tolerance to drugs & alcohol. How to Apply Please use the ‘APPLY NOW’ link and follow the application process. We appreciate the time and effort all applicants take whilst applying for one of our sought‑after roles and we shall respond to each suitable application as soon as we can. Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job‑related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr