Professor in Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering at Stellenbosch University, with a distinguished career spanning academia and industry. 20 years of industrial research and development experience to enhance the practical relevance of academic research and teaching. Leverages a unique interdisciplinary background, bridging mechanical engineering with chemical engineering expertise to drive innovation in renewable and sustainable energy solutions. Research focus spans concentrating solar thermal, green hydrogen and energy systems engineering. Leads cutting-edge research fostering innovation and industry partnerships. Drives interdisciplinary collaboration through postgraduate supervision and final-year capstone projects, cultivating the next generation of engineers and researchers. Advancing sustainable solutions and shaping the future of engineering education. Consistently contributes to the field through publications in high-impact journals such as Energies, Journal of Energy Storage, and Solar Energy.

Prior industry leadership at Sasol encompassed pioneering roles in renewable energy and chemical technologies. Led the development of the award-winning Stellio heliostat, achieving a 20% cost reduction over alternatives. Spearheaded commercialisation of two major chemical technologies. Directed the corporate transformation strategy for Sasol's Southern Africa value chain, aligning business operations with emerging technologies across a diverse portfolio of 80+ fuel and chemical products; optimised a value chain generating over $1.5 billion in annual EBIT, positioning the company for long-term sustainability.

Honoured with the Bill Neal-May Gold Medal from the South African Institute of Chemical Engineering for significant contributions to process technology.