New CEO appointed for Powertech Transformers
Powertech Transformers, a subsidiary of Powertech and the JSE listed Altron Group, has appointed Bernard Meyer as its new CEO with effect from 1 August 2012.
Meyer succeeds Leon Viljoen, who was promoted to COO for Powertech.
Meyer Holds both a M.Sc. and B.Eng. degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Stellenbosch. During his career he spent twenty years with Eskom, covering all facets of the utility’s Distribution business, ranging from Network Asset creation, Electricity Delivery to Field Services and Customer Services Departments.
Bernard joined Powertech Transformers in 2007 as engineering manager and was promoted to chief operating officer for Powertech Transformers’ Power Division in 2009.
Neil Kayton, CEO Powertech says, “Bernard Meyer brings a wealth of experience to the position. His background and expertise position him ideally to lead one of Powertech’s most important businesses – the Transformer business:”
Powertech Transformer’s main business includes the design, manufacturing, installation of power and distribution transformers within the South African and African markets.
Powertech has an annual turnover of over R 7 billion and employs some 4,500 people in over 10 countries in Africa, Europe and Asia.
Its products such as cables, transformers, batteries and electrical accessories, and services such as engineering and project management are offered to the power utilities, mines, large industries, transport, telecommunications as well as building and construction industry customers.
Related article
Loading ...