An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Chief Executive Officer to join a leading technology group based in Johannesburg, with a hybrid working model. This role is ideal for an accomplished executive who thrives on shaping the future of organisations at the intersection of technology and industry transformation. As the Chief Executive Officer, you will be entrusted with steering the executive team towards new heights of innovation, strategic planning, and operational excellence. You will play a pivotal role in driving business growth, nurturing a collaborative culture, and ensuring the organisation remains at the forefront of technological advancement. With a strong commitment to flexibility and professional development, this position offers you the chance to make a lasting impact while enjoying a supportive environment that values balance and continuous learning.

* Lead a high-performing executive team in a hybrid work environment focused on collaboration and innovation across multiple industries including mining, construction, agriculture, geospatial, and logistics.
* Drive strategic planning and execution to achieve ambitious business goals while fostering operational excellence and sustainable growth.
* Enjoy flexible working opportunities and access to ongoing training initiatives within an organisation committed to respect, integrity, trust, ownership, excellence, and balance.

What you’ll do:

As Chief Executive Officer based in Johannesburg with you will be responsible for guiding the organisation through an exciting period of growth and transformation. Your day-to-day activities will involve setting strategic direction for multiple subsidiaries while ensuring operational excellence across diverse sectors such as mining, construction, agriculture, geospatial services, and logistics. You will collaborate with senior leaders to identify new market opportunities and oversee the implementation of innovative solutions that connect physical assets with digital intelligence. By building strong relationships with key stakeholders—including clients, suppliers, shareholders—and representing the company at major industry events, you will help solidify its standing as a trusted partner in technology integration. Your ability to mentor executives and foster a culture of collaboration will be crucial in developing talent pipelines that support both immediate business needs and long-term organisational ambitions.

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategic plans that align with organisational objectives and drive long-term success across all subsidiaries and departments.
• Identify emerging market opportunities and spearhead growth strategies that expand the company’s reach into new sectors and regions.
• Provide visionary guidance to ensure all teams are aligned with the company’s mission of connecting physical and digital worlds through advanced technology solutions.
• Oversee daily operations by implementing best practices that enhance efficiency, service delivery quality, safety standards, and sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with the Financial Director to manage budgets effectively, monitor financial performance using key metrics, and implement corrective actions when necessary to maintain financial health.
• Build enduring relationships with clients, suppliers, shareholders, and stakeholders by acting as the primary point of contact for major accounts and resolving high-level issues promptly.
• Represent the organisation at industry events, conferences, and meetings to strengthen its reputation as an industry leader in technology integration.
• Mentor and inspire the executive team by fostering a culture rooted in collaboration, innovation, continuous improvement, and talent development at all levels.
• Conduct regular market analysis to anticipate industry trends and competitor movements while adjusting strategies to maintain a competitive edge.
• Drive business development initiatives by collaborating with sales and marketing teams to attract new clients, develop robust pipelines of opportunities, and implement effective sales strategies.

What you bring:

• A degree in Technology or Engineering (civil, mechanical, electrical or chemical) combined with a business-related qualification is essential for this role.
• Demonstrated track record of executive leadership within engineering or technology organisations—preferably those operating in geospatial services or industries such as mining, construction or agriculture—is required.
• Proven experience in strategic planning and execution coupled with operational management skills focused on driving profitability and sustainable growth is highly valued.
• Deep understanding of engineering principles along with knowledge of product lifecycles plus awareness of technological advancements relevant to target industries is important.
• Exceptional communication abilities are needed for engaging stakeholders at all levels; negotiation skills are vital for managing complex relationships internally as well as externally.
• Experience fostering cultures centred around innovation by encouraging creative thinking among teams while implementing process improvements is desirable.
• Critical thinking capabilities are necessary for making informed decisions based on data analysis; problem-solving skills must be applied consistently across multifaceted situations.
• Ability to navigate complex business environments using inductive reasoning (solving novel problems from first principles), numerical reasoning (interpreting data accurately), and deductive reasoning (drawing logical conclusions from incomplete information) is expected.
• Transformational leadership style—focused on inspiring people towards shared goals while adapting personally during periods of change—is preferred for this position.
• A valid driver’s licence plus reliable vehicle are required; willingness to travel extensively both nationally and internationally is essential.

Please send your CV to [email protected]