Raubex says Lourens has, over more than 14 years of service, made a significant contribution to Raubex, progressing from divisional leadership to one of the group’s most senior executive roles.
His legacy includes the establishment and growth of key operational platforms, the mentoring of future leaders and the strengthening of operational governance and execution across the group.
Lourens will continue to serve as Raubex operations executive adviser from September 1 to May 31, 2027, to support the handover to Van der Bijl and focus on urgent and impactful business priorities, including a defined set of priority initiatives.
Meanwhile, Raubex points out that Van der Bijl joined the Raubex Group in 2013 and has built a distinguished record within the Roads and Earthworks division, including as MD of Roadmac Surfacing.
He holds a National Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering and is a Professional Construction Manager and Professional Construction Project Manager registered with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions.
“The board extends its sincere appreciation to Dirk Lourens for his dedicated service and significant contribution to the growth and success of the Raubex Group over the past 14 years, including his tenure as COO.
“We also congratulate Jaco van der Bijl on his appointment as COO and look forward to his continued leadership and contribution to the group’s future growth and success,” Raubex chairperson Rudolf Fourie comments. 
