In celebration of Women\u2019s Month, Nordex Energy South Africa is proud to recognise the women helping to drive the construction of their wind farms. At the company\u2019s custom-built concrete tower manufacturing facility in Jeffreys Bay, ten women\u2014representing 40% of the Nordex site team\u2014have played a key role in overseeing the manufacturing of all 1,425 keystones required for a cluster of wind farms near the Impofu Dam in the Eastern Cape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Led by Site Manager Sphila Maphumulo, the women on the Nordex team have contributed significantly to this milestone, ensuring the project remains on track while also championing greater gender representation in the renewable energy sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a privilege to lead this team and be part of building a more inclusive and sustainable energy future,\u201d says Maphumulo. \u201cWe are proud to show that women have a central role to play in this sector\u2014both on the ground and in leadership.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At peak, the factory supported more than 400 jobs\u2014most filled by local workers\u2014further contributing to the socio-economic development of the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This achievement reflects not only technical excellence and strong project delivery but also the value of diversity and transformation in powering South Africa\u2019s clean energy future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWith women making up an estimated 10% to 14% of the country\u2019s construction workforce, it\u2019s clear that we still have work to do \u2013 in both the construction and energy sector. At Nordex, we are committed to actively driving equality by creating real opportunities for women to lead, grow, and thrive\u2014particularly in technical and leadership roles. The success of our team at the Eastern Cape facility is a strong example of what\u2019s possible when inclusion is prioritised and supported,\u201d concluded Robert Timmers, Managing Director, Nordex Energy South Africa.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
In celebration of Women\u2019s Month, Nordex Energy South Africa is proud to recognise the women helping to drive the construction of their wind farms. At the company\u2019s custom-built concrete tower manufacturing facility in Jeffreys Bay, ten women\u2014representing 40% of the Nordex site team\u2014have played a key role in overseeing the manufacturing of all 1,425 keystones…<\/p>\n