Pretoria: General Manager – HVAC posted by Engineering – HVAC

JOB TITLE: General Manager HVACREPORTING TO: Managing Director / Executive BoardLOCATION: PretoriaROLE OVERVIEW:The General Manager (HVAC) is responsible for the overall strategic, operational, and financial performance of the HVAC business. This role requires strong leadership, commercial acumen, and deep industry knowledge to drive sustainable growth, profitability, service excellence, and compliance across all divisions including sales, projects, service, installations, and operations.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the companys short-, medium-, and long-term business strategy Drive growth through market expansion, new business development, and diversification Align operational goals with financial targets and company vision Identify industry trends, risks, and opportunities within the HVAC marketOperational Management:” Oversee daily operations across HVAC sales, service, maintenance, installations, and projects Ensure efficient resource allocation, workflow optimisation, and service delivery Implement systems, policies, and procedures to improve productivity and quality Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specificationFinancial Management: Full P&L responsibility Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost controls Monitor cash flow, margins, and profitability Approve major expenditures and supplier agreementsSales & Business Development: Drive revenue growth and market share Oversee pricing strategies, tenders, and major contracts Build and maintain relationships with key clients, consultants, suppliers, and stakeholders Support the sales team with high-level negotiations and strategic accountsPeople Management & Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop senior management and departmental heads Build a high-performance, accountable company culture Oversee recruitment, performance management, and succession planning Ensure compliance with labour legislation and company HR policiesCompliance, Health & Safety: Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations, standards, and codes Maintain strong SHEQ standards across all sites and operations Ensure adherence to contractual, legal, and statutory requirementsStakeholder & Reporting: Report performance, risks, and opportunities to the Board / Directors Represent the company at industry forums and client meetings Maintain strong relationships with regulatory bodies and suppliersMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business Management, or related field (essential) or, HVAC-related technical qualification (strong advantage) Must have finished a 5 year Technicians apprenticeship with practical qualification.Experience: Minimum 810 years senior management experience within the HVAC, building services, or engineering sector Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams Strong background in operations, sales, and financial management Demonstrated success in growing revenue and improving profitabilitySKILLS & COMPETENCIES: Strong leadership and decision-making abilities Excellent commercial and financial acumen In-depth understanding of HVAC systems, projects, and service environments Strategic thinker with hands-on execution capability Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills Excellent communication (verbal and written) High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalismTECHNICAL & INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE: HVAC systems, installations, maintenance, and service contracts Building services, compliance standards, and safety regulations Project management principles ERP, CRM, and reporting systems MS Office (advanced)ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Valid drivers licence Willingness to travel as required Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesAll applications must be submitted via Job Mail. Please ensure your updated CV and all relevant supporting documents are uploaded.