• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical) – BSc / BEng / BTech.
• Advanced Project Management qualification or relevant tertiary qualification (advantageous).
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in project controls and project management within the mining industry.
• Proven experience managing large-scale construction and installation projects.
• Strong knowledge of scheduling, contract management (NEC/FIDIC), and project risk management.
• Sound understanding of multi-disciplinary engineering projects in mining.
• Proficiency in project management systems and software (PMBOK, ERP tools, MS Project, or similar).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Own vehicle and valid Driver’s Licence (essential).

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and monitor project controls, including schedule, cost, contracts, and risk management.
• Lead project reviews and ensure compliance with capital management and governance frameworks.
• Oversee project controls for both internal company projects and client-facing projects.
• Manage client reporting, portfolio reporting, and project health status.
• Prepare and deliver management and governance reports.
• Oversee financial forecasting for all projects.
• Support construction teams during project execution.
• Project manage internal initiatives, including the coordination of engineering specialists and contractors.
• Provide specialist planning, consulting, and auditing services to client base.
• Develop and implement control schedules and systems across the full project lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Implement, improve, and maintain project management systems, reports, and procedures in line with PMBOK standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in project and portfolio management practices.

 
Closing Date:
Submissions for this vacancy will close on 7 October 2025. Late applications may still be considered until 2 November 2025.
 
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