Company Description
An exciting opportunity as a Construction Manager to ensure all aspects of construction projects are controlled, coordinated, and completed to the highest safety and quality levels withing time and budget constraints.
We have high standards. You’ll ensure we meet them.
Thungela Resources [Thungela means “to ignite” in isi Zulu] is a leading South African thermal coal business, focused exclusively on thermal coal production. It is one of the largest pure-play producers and exporters of thermal coal in South Africa based on aggregate coal reserves and marketable coal production. Thungela focuses on exporting its thermal coal portfolio mainly to the Indian, Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East and North African markets.

Job Description
The role will mostly be responsible for Civil, roadbuilding and earthworks types of projects. The incumbent will be responsible for the safe and successful implementation of the mineral residue expansion project. The aim is to ensure successful implementation of the project within schedule and budget.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage the implementation plan in conjunction with all relevant internal and external stakeholders, including managing the project milestones and activities, and ensuring that project deadlines are met.
• Manage/Coordinate contractor activities on-site i.e. the quality of work performed on the project as well as the project progress
• Involved in effectively managing project costs and expenditures as well as continuous reporting on project progress
• Identifying all possible options available and provide indication of project value and budget estimations
• Data collation from various internal and external stakeholders
• Submission of reports for approval including value and risk profiling
• Model preparation and HAZOP studies
• Acquiring detail design and relevant engineering drawings
• Preparation of tender documents (RFQ's) and related sourcing processes in conjunction with Supply Chain processes
• Provide information to enable financial forecasting, capital costing and budget execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree Civil/Mechanical Engineering or applicable NQF6 qualification
• PMP (Professional Project Management) qualification will be an advantage

Experience & Knowledge

• At least 5 years’ experience in Project Management
• Advanced Management Development Programme or the equivalent will be advantageous
• Project initiation and execution experience on Civil, Roadbuilding and earthworks type work
• Extensive experience in the mining industry at Middle Management / Supervisory level
• Project experience with third parties’ interactions (e.g. Contractor Management, infrastructure Management, Operations)
• Knowledge of relevant legislation relating to the mining industry, e.g. Mine Health and Safety Act, Minerals Petroleum Resources Act (MPRDA), Occupational Safety and Health Act and the Construction Regulations
• Knowledge of Operational and Engineering Codes of Practices, Policies Procedures
• Knowledge of Project Management Principles, and Processes Standards and Guidelines
• Sound knowledge of the mining industry and the core value chain e.g. Geology, Planning, Metallurgy and Engineering
• An understanding of contracting principles and contractor management
• Knowledge of project management packages such as Microsoft Project

Additional Information

• Valid driver’s license (Code 8)
• Certificate of Fitness (or be able to obtain one)
• Communications skills (written and verbal)
• Report writing & Presentation skills
• Decision making skills
• Planning and scheduling skills
• Budget and financial skills

What we offer
When you join Thungela, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.
Who we are?
Thungela is a pure play coal mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.
Inclusion and Diversity
Thungela is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.
How we are committed to your safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.
How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.
Closing Date:25/11/2024