Johan Klopper

Johan Klopper is a seasoned engineering project manager with extensive experience in managing high-value projects within the energy and manufacturing sectors. Currently serving as a Senior Engineering Project Manager at Synlait Milk Limited, Johan previously held leadership positions at WestCo Energy as Director and Connetics as Delivery Manager for Substations, where responsibilities included overseeing HV project delivery and managing project teams. Johan’s experience at Westland Milk Products as Technical Senior Projects Manager involved leading capital procurement strategies for significant plant upgrades and new builds. Earlier roles include Project Manager at Transfield Services Americas, focused on HV substation projects, and Engineering Manager at Solid Energy New Zealand Ltd, where management of multimillion-dollar assets was key. Johan holds an accredited Project Management Professional (PMP) designation and a background in engineering from Pretoria West Technical College.