Project Coordinator - Chloorkop at AECI Limited

Job Description    

• Project Planning: Assist in development of project plans including defining project objectives, deliverables, timelines and resource requirements.
• Task Coordination: Coordinate and track project activities, tasks (including general) and milestones ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Resource Management: Assist in allocating and managing project resources including personnel, equipment and materials.
• Communication: Facilitate effective communication among project team members, stakeholders and Management ensuring all parties are informed about project progress, changes and risks.
• Documentation: Create and maintain project documentation such as project plans, schedules, status reports and meeting minutes.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and issues that may impact project success and work with project team to develop mitigation strategies.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor project deliverables to ensure they meet quality standards and adhere to project requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with project stakeholders to understand their needs, expectations and concerns and provide regular updates on project status.
• Change Management: Assist in managing project changes by assessing their impact, documenting change requests and coordinating change implementation.
• Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve project related issues and conflicts, escalating them to appropriate parties when necessary.
• Budget Tracking: Assist in monitoring project expenses ensuring they stay within approved budgets.
• Lessons Learned: Contribute to identification of lessons learned from projects and participate in knowledge sharing activities to improve future project management practices.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Minimum education Grade 12 with post matric qualification of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (i.e. business administration, project management or a related discipline).
• Must possess 3-5 years proven experience working as a Project Coordinator or in a similar role.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and multi-task effectively.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and inter-personal skills, capable of building positive relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Understanding of project management methodologies and best practises.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
• In-depth knowledge of project management in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Knowledge of the OHS Act and hazardous chemicals.
• Computer literate MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)
• Must be prepared to travel
• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license, have own reliable transport and be medically fit to drive.
• Knowledge of SHEQ Management Systems (i.e. ISO, etc) standards/requirements advantageous.