About the position
Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Selby, Johannesburg
Reports To: Maintenance Executive
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Purpose:
To lead, plan, execute, and close projects ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality and safety standards. The role requires close coordination with other departments, primarily Maintenance, Production, Procurement, Finance and Health & Safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and manage all phases of maintenance and manufacturing-related projects (e.g., equipment installation, upgrades, shutdowns, process improvements)
- Assist in defining project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, resources, and budgets
- Liaise with stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives
- Coordinate internal and external resources (contractors, vendors, consultants)
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards and processes
- Identify and mitigate project risks
- Conduct post-project reviews and implement lessons learned
Qualifications & Experience:
- Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) preferred
- 5 -10 Years experience in managing technical projects and multidisciplinary teams
- Strong understanding of manufacturing and maintenance processes
- Experience with ERP systems and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Syspro)
Key Skills & Competencies:
- Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills across all levels
- Problem-solving mindset with analytical capability
- Financial acumen and budget control experience
- Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards
Working Conditions:
- On-site presence required; some travel between company sites may be necessary
- May be required to work outside normal hours during critical project phases or shutdown periods
- Combination of office-based planning and on-the-floor execution/monitoring
Performance Metrics:
- On-time and on-budget project delivery
- Stakeholder satisfaction
- Safety and quality compliance
- Improved operational efficiency
Desired Skills:
- Project Planning
- Project Manager
- Maintenance Management
- Health and Safety
- Budgets
Desired Work Experience:
