Karel Cornelissen

CEO & Co-Founder

As the CEO of NOA Group, Karel leads NOA’s vision and strategic direction in the renewable energy sector. With a profound commitment to sustainability and innovation, he drives the company's mission to revolutionise the energy landscape by deploying wind and solar technologies. With his extensive experience in energy markets and business leadership, Karel spearheads our efforts to expand renewable energy generation, optimise operational efficiency, and deliver sustainable solutions to NOA’s clients. He is dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and environmental stewardship within NOA Group and the broader energy industry.

Derik Coetzer

Head of Customer Acquisition & Co-Founder

As the Head of Client Acquisition at NOA Group, Derik leads NOA’s efforts to identify and engage commercial customers seeking renewable energy through wheeling on the national grid. With a deep understanding of energy markets and customer needs, he develops and executes strategies to expand the client base and drive revenue growth. Derik cultivates relationships with key decision-makers in various industries, educating them about the benefits of renewable energy and tailoring solutions to meet their specific requirements. Through effective communication and negotiation, he ensures that NOA Group remains at the forefront of the energy transition in South Africa, empowering businesses to embrace sustainability while achieving their energy goals.

Andrew Taylor

CEO of Trading, Head of Legal & Co-Founder

As the CEO of Trading and Head of Legal at NOA Group, Andrew plays a pivotal role in navigating the renewable energy market's complex regulatory and commercial landscapes. With a keen understanding of legal frameworks and a strategic approach to energy trading, he ensures that NOA’s operations comply with regulations while maximising value for all stakeholders. Andrew brings a wealth of experience in energy law and operations, enabling NOA Group to navigate contractual negotiations, regulatory compliance, and risk management effectively. His leadership is instrumental in optimising trading strategies, forging key strategic partnerships, and driving the company's growth trajectory in the renewable energy sector.

Andre Agenbag

Head of Project Development & Co-Founder

As the Head of Sites at NOA Group, Andre oversees NOA’s investment and procurement of wind and solar sites nationwide. Focusing on site selection, land acquisition, and permitting, he ensures that NOA’s projects are strategically located and seamlessly integrated into the national grid. Andre leverages his valuations, fundamental analysis, and energy economics expertise to make investment decisions on sites to acquire and procure energy from IPPs. Andre plays a vital role in building NOA’s portfolio of generation assets.

Alan Matthews

Chief Orchestrating Officer

Alan Matthews serves as the Chief Orchestrating/Operations Officer (COO) at NOA Group, where he is instrumental in developing renewable energy solutions tailored for the private sector. Since March 2023, Alan has been overseeing the strategic development and operational execution of wind, solar PV, and battery storage projects, ensuring that these projects not only reach financial close and COD but also align with rigorous environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. His role involves meticulous capital allocation analysis and effective project management, critical in scaling up operations while maintaining sustainability and profitability objectives. Alan's comprehensive approach to operations encompasses a range of activities essential to the business's success, from site development to the integration of cutting-edge technology across the business.

Christie van Vuuren

Head of Optimisation, Operations & Maintenance

As the Head of Engineering, EPC, and O&M (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction; Operations and Maintenance) at NOA Group, Christie oversees the design, construction, and ongoing operation of NOA’s wind, solar and battery facilities. With a passion for innovation and a depth of technical expertise, he leads a multidisciplinary team that delivers efficient, reliable projects and is at the forefront of renewable energy technology. Christie's strategic vision and meticulous approach to project management ensure that NOA’s facilities are built to the highest standards of quality, safety, and sustainability. His leadership in operations and maintenance ensures the long-term performance and profitability of NOA’s renewable energy assets, driving NOA Group's reputation for excellence in engineering and project execution.

Werner Englebrecht

Head of EPC

Iqbal Sirkot

Chief Financial Officer

Iqbal Sirkot joined NOA Group as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in 2023, bringing a wealth of expertise in financial strategy and corporate finance. At NOA, Iqbal oversees the company's financial stewardship, including financial planning, risk management, record-keeping, and financial reporting. His holistic approach to finance aligns with NOA’s mission to expand its renewable energy offering and develop market-leading solutions optimised for all stakeholders. Iqbal plays a crucial role in capital budgeting and management, ensuring that investments in wind, solar PV, and battery storage projects maximise returns, enable broad-based impact, and support the company’s growth objectives. His leadership is key to driving NOA’s financial strategy, securing funding for new projects, and building investor confidence.

Arno Middelberg

Chief Technology Officer

Robert Wiggins

Business Development Consultant

Sibusiso Xaba

Sales

Tygue Theron

Sales

Calvin Durr

Sites

Lyle Van der Merve

Sites

Caitlin Gruning

Sites

Jaco Strauss

Sites

Lulu Likotsi

SHE Manager

Johnny Huysamen

Engineering (O & M)

Eben Nyandoro

Grid Engineer

Marthie Visser

Construction Manager

Stefan Juhnke

Trading Analyst

Anees Jappie

Energy Analyst

Gerrit Coetzer

Finance Manager

Matthew Munnik

Capital

Zandiswa Nonkula

Executive Assistant to CEO

Pieter Joubert

Customer Engagement Manager

Robyn Bronstring

Legal Advisor

Nothando Noor Mohamed

Contracts Manager