Cape Town Region: Site Manager (Oil Refinery) posted by Adcorp Insights

About the Role

The Site Manager is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, execution, and control of all site activities related to the removal of existing waste heat boiler coils and the installation of new coils during a refinery shutdown in Cape Town. The role ensures that all work is executed safely, in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Regulations, applicable codes and standards, contractual requirements, and within the approved shutdown schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for day-to-day site operations during the shutdown period.
• Coordinate removal of existing boiler tubes/coils and installation of new coils.
• Manage fit-up, welding, NDT, PWHT (where applicable), reinstatement, and close-out activities.
• Coordinate with refinery operations, maintenance teams, inspectors, and other contractors.
• Ensure works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Identify and manage site constraints affecting the shutdown critical path.

Requirements

• 10+ years experience in mechanical construction within oil & gas, refinery, or petrochemical environments.
• Proven experience managing shutdown / turnaround projects.
• Experience with pressure equipment, boilers, heat exchangers, or piping systems.

Qualifications

Trade qualification (Boilermaker / Mechanical) or Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management.