Managing Director

Country Namibia City WINDHOEK

Area
Namibia

Workplace location WINDHOEK-SOUTHERN LIFE TOWER(NAM) Employer company TotalEnergies Marketing Namibia (Pty) Ltd Domain General Services Type of contract Regular position Experience Minimum 10 years

Context & Environment

Regulatory Environment: Highly regulated petroleum industry with significant government oversight, requiring proactive stakeholder engagement and rigorous compliance management.

Activities

Governance, Ethics & Compliance

• Act at all times in the best interests of TotalEnergies, in full compliance with Group policies, Affiliate procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Demonstrate exemplary personal commitment to Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and to the values, principles, and standards set out in the Company Code of Conduct and Charters.
• Ensure that TotalEnergies’ policies, procedures, and practices are fully respected across all activities, and that employees are appropriately informed, trained, and compliant.
• Represent the TotalEnergies Marketing Namibia within the country to ministries, regulatory authorities, administrations, clients banks, suppliers, embassies, and other key stakeholders.

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE)

• Provide visible leadership on HSE matters, fostering a strong safety culture across the Affiliate.
• Chair the Affiliate HSE Committee and ensure effective governance and follow-up of HSE action plans.
• Lead the Affiliate Crisis Management Team and actively participate in the Emergency Response Team.
• Conduct regular safety tours and inspections at offices, depots, and service stations to identify, prevent, and mitigate hazard and HSE risks.
• Contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of One Maestro, HSE management systems, and Group standards.
• Define annual HSE objectives, ensure staff awareness, and monitor performance against set targets.
• Actively participate in Company safety awareness programs and initiatives.

Strategy, Business Development & Performance

• Define, establish, and implement the business and investment strategy of TotalEnergies Marketing Namibia in line with Group strategy.
• Drive subsidiary ambitions and ensure delivery of approved budget targets and strategic objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and materialize new business and growth opportunities.
• Analyze the evolution of commercial, logistical, financial, and operational indicators, and implement corrective measure where required.

Leadership & People Management

• Provide strong leadership to the employee base, fostering performance, accountability, and engagement.
• Oversee the performance management and job appraisal processes.
• Promote talent development, coaching, and succession planning within the organization.

Financial Management & Internal Control

• Ensure overall management and supervision of internal control frameworks governing business transactions and company activities.
• Approve investments in accordance with the Delegation of Authority and Group governance rules.Ensure effective risk management and financial discipline across all operations.

Stakeholder & Commercial Relations

• Maintain effective interfaces with General Trade (GT) customers, dealers, and resellers.
• Protect and enhance the reputation of TotalEnergies Marketing Namibia through professional, ethical, and constructive stakeholder engagement.
• Provide guidance and leadership on sustainable development initiatives in line with Group commitments and local priorities.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or related field; postgraduate qualification (MBA or equivalent) an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years’ management experience, with at least 8 years in the oil and gas industry or related sectors.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of oil industry policies, regulatory frameworks, and operating procedures
• Solid expertise in financial management, budgeting, internal controls, and statutory reporting.
• Experience with Group international financial systems and reporting, with working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

Core Competencies

• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• High financial acumen and business judgment.
• Planning, organization, and execution capability.
• Ability to operate under pressure in a complex, regulated environment.
• Integrity, ethical conduct, and commitment to Group values.
• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management.

Additional Information

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

TotalEnergies is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants that meet the specified criteria will receive consideration for employment without discriminating unfairly on any arbitrary ground, including but not limited to race, gender, sex, ethnic or social origin, colour, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious conscience belief, political opinion, culture, language, marital status, or family responsibility.