Description:
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill position of Project Manager within the Manufacturing department of a sugar production company based in Noodsberg, KwaZulu-Natal . This position reports to the site General Manager.
The successful incumbent will be responsible for the execution of the Stage and Gate (ASDEO - appraise, select, define, execute and operate) process to plan, lead and manage capital investment projects, ensuring the successful delivery as defined within the business case.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
· Contract development and execution for 3rd parties to deliver turnkey installations, including the management of external contractors engaged to support project delivery.
· Ownership of project(s) business case and ensuring that the associated financial integrity is robust and aligned with the business strategic plan.
· Exploring that all possible options for projects are rigorously analysed such that the alternatives are well understood.
· Selection and appointment of appropriate project teams, including 3rd parties.
· Lead, develop and motivate project teams for the lifecycle of the project.
· Development and management of a robust project schedule based on the stage-gate process to facilitate effective financial and commercial project management which creates and levers business value.
· Manage the adherence to corporate project governance procedures and processes to ensure that the appropriate management controls are in place and that projects are delivered according to plan.
· Ensuring that an appropriate risk management process is applied to guarantee that foreseeable significant risks are identified and managed.
· Implementation of an appropriate quality management system to ensure that all project outputs meet the key stakeholder requirements.
· Provide health and safety (H&S) leadership for the project team(s) and assume responsibility for all aspects of H&S associated with the project(s).
Package : The salary for this role is R1,2 million (basic), and also comes with a car allowance (fixed and variable), pension fund and 50% contribution to medical aid.
Requirements:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS:
· Engineering degree or equivalent (Engineering background preferred).
· Knowledge of industry standard contract forms.
· APMP Certificate in Project Management (or equivalent).
· NEBOSH General Certificate in Health & and/or Construction Safety (or equivalent).
· Detailed knowledge of capital process and system.
· Proven experience in project management and delivery.
· Ability/credibility to influence at the most senior levels as well as work across a range of cultures & work levels.
· Business focus and understanding, as well as operational credibility.
· Ability to build relationships, partner with businesses and have a track record in project delivery.
· Project management capability.
· Key Culture Attributes: Demonstrates the importance of safety, quality & teamwork; effectively leads and communicates because our people matter.
Submission of Qualifications in addition to CV.