Project Manager – SIB Projects at Marvel Placement Consultant

Project Manager – SIB Projects

• Our client, a leading organisation within the mining and project services sector, is seeking an experienced Project Manager – SIB Projects to oversee and manage a portfolio of sustaining infrastructure and business improvement projects at its K3 Shaft operations in Marikana, North West.
• The K3 mining complex is a large, established shallow to moderate-depth Platinum Group Metals (PGM) mining operation, situated approximately 40 km east of Rustenburg in the North West province of South Africa.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects from initiation and planning through to execution, commissioning and final handover, ensuring that all projects are delivered safely, within budget, on schedule and in accordance with the required quality standards.
• The role requires a strong mining project management background, with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, contractors and stakeholders while managing project risks, resources and deliverables.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant Degree in Engineering, Project Management or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years' relevant project management experience within the mining or heavy industrial sector.
• Proven experience managing mining capital projects, preferably SIB projects.
• Strong understanding of the full project lifecycle, from project initiation and feasibility through to execution and commissioning.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, resources, risks and quality requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage contractors, consultants, suppliers and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Knowledge of mining health, safety and environmental legislation, including MHSA requirements.
• Strong understanding of engineering, construction and project execution processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project planning tools such as MS Project or Primavera.
• Excellent communication, leadership, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work on-site in Marikana.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate SIB projects at the K3 Shaft operations, ensuring alignment with operational requirements and project objectives.
• Lead projects throughout the full project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover.
• Develop and maintain project execution plans, budgets, schedules, resource plans and project documentation.
• Monitor project progress against approved budgets, timelines, scope and quality standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering, construction, procurement and project teams.
• Manage contractors, consultants and suppliers, ensuring that contractual obligations and project deliverables are met.
• Identify, assess and manage project risks, implementing appropriate mitigation measures.
• Oversee procurement activities, tender processes, technical evaluations and contractor appointments.
• Ensure that all project activities comply with applicable mining legislation, health and safety standards and environmental requirements.
• Conduct regular project meetings, site inspections and progress reviews.
• Provide accurate project reports, cost forecasts, progress updates and management feedback.
• Manage variations, claims, change requests and potential project delays.
• Liaise with mine management, operational teams and other stakeholders to ensure minimal disruption to ongoing mining operations.
• Oversee project completion, commissioning, snagging, documentation and final handover to the relevant operational teams.

Closing Date: 10 Dec 2026