Compliance Officer - Energy / electricity regulation
MECS AfricaPretoria, South Africa1 day ago
Job descriptionMonitor the conduct and performance of electricity market participants (generators, traders, distributors, the Market Operator, etc.) to ensure compliance with the approved market rules, codes, and licence conditions Identify and report any deviations, irregularities, or breaches of market regulations Conduct compliance reviews, audits, and inspections of licensees and registered participants Prepare compliance assessment reports with recommendations for corrective or enforcement action Assist in developing and implementing compliance monitoring frameworks, procedures, and tools to support effective market oversight Support the alignment of compliance processes with international best practices and the amended Electricity Regulation Act Contribute to updating compliance requirements in line with new or revised market rules and policy directions Conduct or support investigations into suspected non-compliance, anti-competitive behaviour, or market manipulation Compile evidence and documentation to support enforcement actions Liaise with the Legal and Enforcement teams in preparing enforcement cases for regulatory consideration Track the implementation of remedial actions by non-compliant entities Engage with market participants to communicate compliance requirements, enforcement out-comes, and regulatory expectations Support capacity-building initiatives and workshops aimed at improving industry compliance culture Represent the company in compliance forums and meetings with licensees, traders, and other regulatory bodies Prepare periodic compliance monitoring and enforcement reports Provide input into regulatory reports, annual performance reviews, and sector compliance assessments Advise on compliance risks and emerging regulatory gaps requiring policy or rule amendments.
Requirements :
- Bachelors Degree (NQF 7) in Law, Economics, Energy Studies, Public Administration, or a related field as recognized by SAQA
- Postgraduate qualification in Regulatory Compliance, Energy Policy, Competition Law, or Project Management will be advantageous
- Minimum of four (4) years experience in compliance monitoring, enforcement, or regulatory operations within the electricity, energy, or utilities sector
- Experience in interpreting and applying regulatory frameworks, licence conditions, and industry codes
- Experience conducting audits, investigations, or risk assessments
- Exposure to market surveillance, competition regulation, or legal enforcement processes will be beneficial
- Strong understanding of the Electricity Regulation Act and related policies
- Strong understanding of regulatory compliance monitoring, investigation, and enforcement.
Key responsibilities :
Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement :
Regulatory Framework Implementation :
Investigation and Enforcement Support :
Stakeholder Engagement and Awareness :
Reporting and Advisory Support :
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