Projects Manager (18-Month FTC)

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an experienced Projects Manager to join a mining company client of Hire Resolve, based in Gauteng. The primary responsibility of this 18-month fixed-term contract position is to manage capital projects from their initial concept through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, within approved budgets and schedules, and in line with required quality standards. Hire Resolve is a South African recruitment company specializing in placing professionals and skilled people in permanent and contract employment across various sectors including Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Mining, Manufacturing, and Finance. **What you will do** * Establish and submit project budgets based on projects scoped and costed according to user requirements. * Ensure all assigned projects follow the capital stage-gate process, from concept and initiation through feasibility, final design, execution, handover and project close-out. * Manage contractors and other affected stakeholders to deliver safe, timely and efficient project solutions. * Ensure technical solutions support targeted plant efficiency and productivity. * Provide technical solutions that consider maintenance requirements and facilitate effective repairs and maintenance. * Identify and recommend improvements to systems and processes to increase throughput, reduce utility consumption and minimise maintenance effort. * Manage SHEQ requirements to protect equipment, machinery, people and products from risks and harm. * Identify hazards promptly and conduct risk assessments for proposed solutions. * Manage contractors in line with applicable SHEQ standards and procedures. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 12 * National Diploma in Engineering * Minimum 5 years' experience as a Project Manager within a heavy industry environment * Project Management Professional certification or other advanced management certification would be advantageous * Minimum 2 years' experience in the operation or supervision of machinery in a heavy industry environment * Valid Driver's License **Who should apply** An experienced Projects Manager with a minimum of 5 years' experience in project management within a heavy industry environment is sought. Candidates should also have at least 2 years of experience in the operation or supervision of machinery in a heavy industry setting. Essential qualifications include a Grade 12 certificate, a National Diploma in Engineering, and a valid Driver's License. Project Management Professional certification or another advanced management certification is considered advantageous. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/building-construction-mining/other-building-construction-mining/johannesburg/projects-manager-18-month-ftc-id-7599324 Source: jobmail

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• At least 2 years of experience.

• Project management
• Agile / Scrum
• Health and safety (OHS)

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