OTESA Civil Engineering has appointed Rudolf Coetzee as Chief People and Culture Officer, effective 4 August 2025.
Coetzee has over 21 years of experience in human resources leadership across the mining and manufacturing sectors.
He previously held senior roles at Skorpion Zinc, Rosh Pinah, and Ohorongo Cement, where he led workforce development, change management, and organisational transformation initiatives.
“Rudolf’s appointment comes at a crucial time in our growth journey,” said Elmo Kaiyamo, Founder and CEO of OTESA.
“As we continue to expand our presence in Namibia’s construction sector, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. This appointment reflects our commitment to fostering a value-driven culture and positioning OTESA as the employer of choice in the industry.”
“I am confident that Rudolf will play a vital role in creating an environment where our people flourish and our business succeeds,” Kaiyamo said.
Coetzee holds a Bachelor of Administration in Industrial Psychology from UNISA, an MBA from Oxford Brookes University, a Postgraduate Diploma in Project and Programme Management from Cranefield College, and has completed the Programme for Management Excellence at GIBS.
He will lead OTESA’s strategic human capital programme, focusing on talent development, employee engagement, organisational culture, and workforce sustainability.
OTESA Civil Engineering is a key player in Namibia’s infrastructure sector, delivering roads, railways, bridges, and building projects.
