GEAT General Manager

SummaryGE Vernova and Sonelgaz (Société Algérienne de l’Électricité et du Gaz) established a strategic joint venture in 2014: GE Vernova Algeria Turbines (GEAT).

GEAT performs:

• Local assembly of 9F combined-cycle gas turbine equipment

• Repair activities on 9F components and aeroderivatives

• Assembly and testing of grid equipment including CCN & Telecom systems, switchgear, and disconnectors

The General Manager is the full P&L leader of an autonomous legal entity joint venture, accountable for both governance and end-to-end operations.

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Joint Venture Governance

Ensure full understanding and application of all governing agreements, including:

Shareholders’ Agreement and Bylaws

Business Plans (Gas Power & Electrification)

Technology Transfer and License Agreements

Prepare and lead Board of Directors (BOD) meetings and Shareholder Assemblies in coordination with the Chairman and JV Legal Counsel

Establish and execute an annual governance calendar

Secure required BOD approvals, including:

GM mandate

Strategy and annual budgets

Commercial agreements with GE Vernova and Sonelgaz affiliates

Regulatory approvals as required

Define the JV’s strategy, formalize it into business plans, obtain BOD approval, and drive execution

Translate shareholder agreements into:

Product localization plans

Delivery timelines

Capital investment requirements

Operating expense plans

Workforce recruitment and training plans

Convert business plans into annual operational roadmaps with clear milestones, resource allocation, and delivery commitments

Develop and secure Board approval for the annual budget

Maintain strong governance relationships with GE Vernova and Sonelgaz stakeholders

Operational Leadership

Organizational Design & Management

Design, implement, and continuously optimize the JV organization across:

Commercial & Project Management

Supply Chain & Sourcing

EHS & Quality

HR, Finance, Legal & IT

Build and lead the Senior Leadership Team (SLT)

Establish operating rhythms, governance cadence, and accountability frameworks

Strategy Execution & Performance Management

Define and execute JV strategy, business plans, and roadmaps

Set and communicate clear priorities across:

EHS

People

Quality

Delivery

Cost

Translate strategic objectives into measurable KPIs

Implement robust management systems to track performance

Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities weekly; drive corrective action

EHS (Environment, Health, Safety & Security)

Ensure full compliance with environmental and industrial hygiene obligations

Identify, quantify, and mitigate safety risks

Drive a prevention-focused culture:

Hazard identification

Stop-work authority

Root cause analysis

Continuous mitigation

Define and maintain the JV’s EHS policy

Quality

Ensure operational excellence across:

Commercial operations

Project execution

Supply chain

Manufacturing

Field services

Maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS)

Ensure standard work is defined, followed, and continuously improved

Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions across all functions

Commercial & Project Execution

Oversee customer relationships and commercial negotiations

Ensure commercial offers are risk-assessed, contracts negotiated, and obligations clearly defined

Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to quality standards

Industrialization & Supply Chain

Drive roadmap execution including:

Line development

Equipment specification and commissioning

Workforce qualification

Localization initiatives

Ensure master scheduling aligns with customer commitments

Manage production planning and supplier capacity alignment

Oversee logistics and sourcing operations in compliance with local regulations

Support Functions Oversight

Human Resources

Develop and execute an HR plan aligned with strategic objectives

Ensure regulatory compliance in recruitment and employment practices

Implement structured performance management and succession planning

Establish competency matrices and address capability gaps

Ensure compliance with payroll, declarations, and labor regulations

Finance

Establish and manage the JV budget and cash flow plan

Oversee payables, receivables, and financial reporting

Ensure compliance with local regulations and shareholder requirements

Support commercial and operational decision-making

Engage with banks and authorities for financing or incentives

Legal & Compliance

Maintain and update the JV compliance framework

Mitigate commercial, operational, and social risks

Support governance and commercial negotiations

Manage regulatory and legal matters

IT & Systems

Ensure robust IT infrastructure supporting all operations

Ensure compliance with shareholder and regulatory reporting requirements

Maintain:

ERP systems

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Document Management Systems (DMS)

Ensure protection of technical documentation under license agreements

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Engineering qualifications: MBA or Master’s degree in Engineering or related field is a plus.

Significant experience as a General Manager of an autonomous legal entity with full P&L accountability, including revenue, EBITDA, cash flow, capex and working capital

Demonstrated leadership of a complex industrial manufacturing operation, overseeing plant, supply chain, quality, EHS and project execution

Experience engaging with Boards, shareholders or JV partners, including governance, budget approval and strategic alignment

Proven commercial acumen, including contract negotiation, customer engagement and risk management

Experience leading industrialization, localization, capacity ramp-up or site expansion initiatives

Executive leadership presence with strong stakeholder management capabilities

Arabic, French and English language skills

Must be willing to relocate to Algeria and spend significant time on site in Batna

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICE

Prior experience working in North Africa or similar emerging industrial environments

Prior GE / GE Vernova experience is a strong advantage

Knowledge of lean manufacturing and quality management systems

Self-driven, resilient leader capable of operating effectively in complex stakeholder environments

Energizing and collaborative leadership style with the ability to build and stabilize high-performing teams

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

R5032621

Remote/Remotely/Tele/Telecommute/From home