Site Manager at RPO Recruitment

Job Description

• A reputable engineering and construction company is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead a critical waste heat boiler coil removal and replacement project at an oil refinery site in Milnerton, Cape Town.
• The ideal candidate must have extensive shutdown and turnaround experience within refinery or petrochemical environments, strong leadership capability, and a proven ability to manage safety, quality, and productivity under high-pressure conditions. A safety-driven mindset and excellent coordination skills are essential.

Responsibilities:

• Take overall responsibility for day-to-day site operations during the refinery shutdown period.
• Coordinate the removal of existing boiler tubes/coils and installation of new coils.
• Manage fit-up, welding, NDT, PWHT (where applicable), reinstatement, and close-out activities.
• Ensure all works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, procedures, and applicable codes.
• Enforce strict compliance with refinery safety standards, permit-to-work systems, and company SHE policies.
• Act as the Construction Regulation 8.1 Appointee and assume all associated legal duties.
• Lead toolbox talks, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and safety briefings.
• Manage site supervisors, artisans, welders, riggers, and subcontractors.
• Monitor productivity, manpower utilization, and adherence to shutdown schedules.
• Liaise with client representatives, refinery operations, inspectors, and other contractors.
• Prepare daily progress, manpower, and safety reports and support close-out documentation.

Requirements:

• Trade qualification (Boilermaker / Mechanical) or Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in mechanical construction within oil & gas, refinery, or petrochemical environments.
• Proven experience managing shutdown and turnaround projects.
• Strong knowledge of welding, NDT, pressure equipment, and applicable codes (ASME, API, etc.).
• Familiarity with refinery permit systems and shutdown execution practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work extended hours during shutdown periods, including day and night shifts.

Closing Date 28 February 2026