Current Vacancies at Marvel Placement Consultant

Accounts and Office Administrator

• Our client a company specialising in the construction of RDP houses is seeking an experienced Accounts & Office Administrator to join their team in Johannesburg West.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for accounting and financial management, procurement, stock control, fleet and plant administration, payroll, and project and general office administration.
• The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented individual with strong accounting knowledge, advanced Pastel and MS Office proficiency, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining accurate financial and operational records.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience in accounting, financial management and administration.
• Advanced proficiency in Pastel and MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience in management accounts, general ledger, journals, bank/debtor/creditor reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of VAT, PAYE, UIF, income tax, provisional tax and other statutory returns.
• Experience in budgeting, cash flow forecasting, payroll, fixed assets, audits and financial compliance.
• Experience in procurement, supplier management, Purchase Orders, stock control and inventory allocation.
• Experience in banking administration, accounts payable, wage and subcontractor administration.
• Experience in plant, fleet, diesel, project and tender administration, including reporting and document control.
• Strong organisational, numerical, communication and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, support management and coordinate with suppliers and construction site teams.
• Construction or residential construction experience would be advantageous.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Accounting & Financial Management

• Prepare monthly management accounts.
• Maintain the general ledger and accounting records.
• Process and review journals.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts, debtors, creditors and control accounts.
• Prepare VAT, PAYE, UIF and other statutory returns.
• Prepare income tax and provisional tax calculations and assist with tax submissions.
• Prepare budgets, cash flow forecasts and management reports.
• Process payroll and ensure payroll compliance where required.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with annual audits and independent reviews.
• Review accounting records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Supervise and assist other staff where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards and applicable legislation.
• Assist management with financial planning and decision-making.
• Perform any other accounting, financial or administrative duties reasonably assigned by management.
• Refer to the attached Schedule of Works.

Procurement & Purchase Order Administration

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on Pastel daily.
• Obtain supplier quotations for all requested materials and services.
• Verify quotations for correctness before submission for approval.
• Obtain approval from the Managing Director or delegated manager before issuing Purchase Orders (POs).
• Generate Purchase Orders on Pastel.
• Issue approved Purchase Orders to suppliers.
• Allocate every Purchase Order to the correct project, stand number and cost code, where applicable.
• Verify that the requested stand has not already been supplied by checking the Stock Allocation Register.
• Maintain accurate procurement records.
• Follow up continuously with suppliers to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Confirm delivery dates with suppliers and site management.
• Obtain signed delivery notes for every delivery.
• Match delivery notes against Purchase Orders.
• Capture received goods into Pastel.
• Resolve supplier discrepancies immediately.

Stock Control & Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate stock records in Pastel and Excel.
• Keep the Excel Stock Allocation Schedule 100% up to date before and after stock orders.
• Ensure correct stand numbers are obtained from the sites.
• Allocate all purchased materials to the correct project and stand.
• Ensure stock values are accurately reflected per project.
• Update Stock Allocation Sheets daily.
• Investigate duplicate allocations.
• Monitor stock movements and balances.
• Assist management with stock reporting.
• Ensure all stock purchases are fully traceable.

Plant & Equipment Administration

• Prepare plant status reports.
• Monitor equipment breakdowns.
• Record outstanding repairs.
• Follow up with mechanics.
• Monitor repair turnaround times.
• Record actions required.
• Ensure plant availability for projects.
• Maintain service records.
• Monitor maintenance schedules.
• Ensure all statutory requirements are up to date.

Fleet Administration

• Vehicle licensing.
• Service schedules.
• Repair history.
• Maintenance costs.
• Tyres and replacements.
• Vehicle inspections.
• Licence disc renewals.
• Fleet compliance.
• Daily logging of plant on the Tracker system for cross-reference during month-end claims.
• Prepare fleet reports for management.

Diesel Management

• Issue Purchase Orders for diesel purchases.
• Record diesel purchases.
• Allocate diesel to individual vehicles.
• Update the weekly and monthly Diesel Register.
• Prepare weekly diesel consumption reports.
• Submit diesel reports to management.
• Monitor unusual fuel consumption.

Banking Administration

• Capture daily banking transactions.
• Reconcile bank transactions.
• Match payments to supplier accounts.
• Assist with month-end reconciliations.
• Ensure financial records remain accurate.

Wages & Subcontractor Administration

• Receive wage submissions from sites by the 25th of each month.
• Verify wage claims.
• Match wages against completed milestones.
• Allocate wages to subcontractor milestone schedules.
• Update Stock Allocation Registers.
• Investigate missing milestone claims.
• Verify stand numbers claimed.
• Resolve discrepancies with site personnel.

Project Administration

• Attend all management meetings.
• Record project updates.
• Verify current stand allocations.
• Monitor project progress.
• Record outstanding site requirements.
• Update management action lists.
• Ensure stock requirements are communicated.
• Assist with project reporting.

Tender Administration

Assist management with (Training will be provided)

• Preparing tender documentation.
• Compiling pricing schedules.
• Providing administrative support during tender submissions.
• Document control.
• Submission of completed tenders.
• Maintaining tender registers.

General Office Administration

Provide general administrative support, including:

• Typing correspondence.
• Filing.
• Money collections.
• Keeping accurate records of monies due to the company.
• Document control.
• Preparing reports.
• Maintaining project files.
• Updating registers.
• Assisting management with ad hoc requests.
• Coordinating office administration and preparing requested documents as and when required.
• Maintaining accurate records.

Reporting

Prepare and distribute the following reports:

• Weekly Diesel Report.
• Weekly Plant Report.
• Procurement Report.
• Outstanding Purchase Order Report.
• Supplier Follow-up Report.
• Stock Allocation Report.
• Management Meeting Action List.
• Monthly Wage Allocation Report.
• Monthly management accounts and other financial reports as required.
• Budgets and cash flow forecasts as required.

Meetings

The successful candidate will attend:

• Tuesday Management Meeting (09:30–10:30), with all reports to be presented.
• Wednesday Plant & Fleet Meeting.
• Procurement meetings as required.
• Project meetings as required.

Closing Date: 8 Nov 2026

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Site Administrator

• A leading mining operation based in Mooi Nooi, Northwest is currently recruiting for a Site Administrator to join their team. The successful candidate will provide administrative, planning, compliance, and reporting support to site operations, ensuring the accurate management of timesheets, records, checklists and operational documentation. This role requires advanced Microsoft Excel skills and previous experience within a mining environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Site Administration or similar role.
• Previous mining site administration experience highly preferred.
• Previous experience within the mining sector preferred.
• Grade 12 (Matric) essential.
• Relevant Diploma or Certificate in Business Administration, Office Administration, Project Administration or related field.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential.
• Previous experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O) would be advantageous.
• Proven experience working extensively with Excel-based timesheets and reporting.
• Experience creating and maintaining Pivot Tables, Pivot Charts, Pie Charts, Bar Charts, Dashboards, VLOOKUPs, XLOOKUPs, SUMIFs, COUNTIFs, and reporting templates.
• Experience compiling availability reports, workforce reports, checklist reports, and compliance documentation.
• Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) or similar ERP systems advantageous.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain Excel-based employee and contractor timesheets.
• Assist with the administration, verification, and reporting of personnel timesheets using Microsoft Excel.
• Compile, update, and maintain availability reports using Microsoft Excel.
• Prepare and maintain checklist reports and compliance trackers.
• Generate management reports using Pivot Tables, Pie Charts, Bar Charts, SUMIFs, and other advanced Excel functions.
• Track employee attendance, overtime, leave, and workforce allocation records.
• Maintain site planning schedules, trackers, and administrative databases.
• Interact with contractors and service providers regarding compliance requirements and outstanding documentation.
• Follow up on outstanding checklists, compliance requirements, corrective actions, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare, update, and maintain operational checklists and compliance records.
• Create and process stores requests using Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
• Create and maintain manual job cards and job tracking registers using Excel.
• Monitor outstanding actions and ensure timely follow-up with relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate filing systems for site records, reports, permits, and operational documentation.
• Support compliance requirements by ensuring all records are complete, accurate, and audit-ready.
• Assist with contractor administration, onboarding documentation, and record management.
• Compile and distribute meeting minutes, action registers, and progress reports.
• Liaise with site supervisors, management, contractors, and support departments.
• Ensure all administrative processes are completed in accordance with company policies and site procedures.
• Provide general administrative support to site management and operational teams.

 Closing Date: 11 Nov 2026

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Cost Controller

• One of our clients, a well-established organisation based in the Irene, Centurion area, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Cost Controller to support the financial monitoring and control of projects.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring project expenditure, maintaining accurate cost records, preparing cost reports, updating forecasts and identifying potential budget variances.
• The role requires a hands-on professional who can work closely with project managers, engineers, procurement and finance teams to ensure that project costs are accurately tracked, reported and controlled throughout the project lifecycle.
• This position is suited to an analytical, proactive and highly organised individual who takes ownership of deliverables, pays close attention to detail and can identify discrepancies before they become significant project cost risks.

Minimum Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Cost Management, Cost Accounting, Finance, Accounting, Project Management or a related field is essential.
• Minimum 7 years’ relevant cost control experience, preferably within mining, engineering, construction or capital projects.
• Previous mining industry experience is essential.
• Proven experience in project cost control, budget monitoring, expenditure tracking, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Experience working with capital project budgets, commitments, actual expenditure and cost-to-complete forecasts.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including formulas, lookups, PivotTables and cost reporting.
• Experience using ERP or project cost management systems, SAP experience would be advantageous.
• Ability to liaise effectively with project management, engineering, procurement, finance and operational stakeholders.

Roles and Responsibilities

Project Cost Control and Monitoring

• Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets and cost baselines.
• Track actual costs, commitments, purchase orders, invoices and remaining budget allocations.
• Maintain accurate project cost records, registers and reports.
• Monitor expenditure across project work packages, cost codes and relevant cost categories.
• Identify cost overruns, discrepancies, potential savings and emerging financial risks.
• Ensure project costs are accurately recorded and allocated to the correct cost codes and activities.
• Investigate discrepancies and follow up on outstanding cost information to maintain reliable reporting.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Assist with the preparation of project budgets, cost estimates and budget revisions.
• Maintain updated project forecasts based on actual expenditure, outstanding commitments and anticipated costs.
• Prepare cost-to-complete estimates and estimates-at-completion forecasts.
• Compare forecast costs against approved budgets and identify potential deviations.
• Investigate variances and obtain explanations from relevant project stakeholders.
• Support project managers in identifying corrective actions where expenditure exceeds planned allocations.
• Ensure budget changes and cost adjustments are properly documented and approved.

Cost Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare regular project cost reports for project managers and management.
• Compile budget-versus-actual reports, variance analyses, expenditure summaries and forecast reports.
• Analyse cost trends and identify areas requiring further investigation or intervention.
• Develop and maintain cost dashboards, spreadsheets, trackers and reporting templates.
• Ensure reports are accurate, complete and submitted within the required reporting deadlines.
• Provide clear explanations of cost movements, financial risks and forecast changes.
• Reconcile project cost information against relevant financial and procurement records.

Procurement and Commercial Cost Monitoring

• Monitor purchase orders, supplier commitments, contractor costs and project-related expenditure.
• Track contractual commitments against approved budgets.
• Review supplier and contractor invoices against purchase orders, approved work and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with procurement and accounts payable teams to resolve discrepancies and outstanding invoices.
• Monitor variations, change orders, claims and additional expenditure affecting project budgets.
• Maintain accurate records of approved and pending variations and their potential cost implications.
• Identify unapproved commitments, duplicate charges and discrepancies requiring investigation.

Project Progress and Cost Forecast Integration

• Work with project managers and planners to align expenditure forecasts with project schedules and progress.
• Monitor actual expenditure against planned progress and identify potential cost or schedule impacts.
• Update forecasts to reflect changes in scope, delivery dates, procurement timelines and project requirements.
• Support monthly project reviews and cost performance reporting.
• Provide accurate cost information to support project planning and management decision-making.

Governance, Compliance and Documentation

• Maintain organised and auditable records of project budgets, expenditure, commitments, forecasts and approvals.
• Ensure cost control processes comply with internal procedures and financial reporting requirements.
• Maintain supporting documentation for cost adjustments, budget transfers and forecast revisions.
• Assist with project financial reviews, internal audits and cost reconciliations.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost tracking, reporting accuracy and financial controls.
• Handle confidential financial and commercial information professionally.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, procurement, finance and other relevant departments.
• Coordinate the collection and verification of cost information from multiple stakeholders.
• Follow up proactively on outstanding inputs, approvals and reporting requirements.
• Communicate cost variances and emerging risks clearly to the relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in project review meetings and provide accurate cost-related information as required.

Closing Date: 12 Nov 2026

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Warehouse Manager – Mining Industry

• One of our clients, a leading mining organisation, is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to join its operations based in Mokopane, Limpopo. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all warehouse operations, ensuring the efficient receipt, storage, inventory control and distribution of materials, equipment and consumables required to support mining and project activities.
• The role requires strong leadership, inventory management expertise and close collaboration with procurement, supply chain, maintenance, engineering and site operations to ensure materials are available safely, accurately and on time.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Warehouse Management, Materials Management, Business Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in warehouse or materials management within the mining, construction, manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Warehouse Manager or Supervisory role.
• Proven experience managing warehouse operations supporting mining or large-scale industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, warehouse operations, stock management and materials handling.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Pronto, Oracle, Syspro or similar warehouse management systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Experience managing warehouse personnel, contractors and service providers.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, goods receiving, stock issuing and inventory reconciliation.
• Strong leadership, organisational and people management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication and reporting abilities.
• Understanding of health, safety, environmental and quality requirements within a mining environment.
• Willingness to work on-site in Mokopane, Limpopo.

Roles and Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the warehouse to ensure efficient and uninterrupted support to mining and project activities.
• Oversee the receiving, storage, issuing and dispatch of materials, equipment and consumables.
• Ensure warehouse operations comply with company procedures and industry best practices.
• Optimise warehouse layouts, storage locations and material flow to maximise efficiency.
• Monitor warehouse performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Inventory Management

• Ensure accurate inventory control and stock management across all warehouse operations.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure critical materials remain available to support operational requirements.
• Oversee routine cycle counts, stock takes and inventory reconciliations.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure accurate recording of stock movements within the ERP system.

Materials & Logistics Coordination

• Coordinate with Procurement to ensure timely receipt of materials and equipment.
• Monitor supplier deliveries and resolve receiving discrepancies.
• Ensure efficient issuing of materials to maintenance, engineering, production and project teams.
• Coordinate the movement of materials between warehouse locations and project sites where required.
• Monitor slow-moving, obsolete and excess inventory and recommend appropriate actions.

People Management

• Lead, supervise and develop warehouse personnel to ensure high levels of productivity and performance.
• Allocate daily tasks and monitor employee performance against operational targets.
• Conduct training and coaching to improve warehouse procedures, safety and inventory management.
• Promote teamwork and maintain a positive working environment.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels to support operational requirements.

Reporting & Administration

• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly warehouse performance reports.
• Monitor key performance indicators relating to inventory accuracy, stock availability and warehouse efficiency.
• Maintain accurate warehouse records and supporting documentation.
• Ensure all warehouse transactions are processed accurately and timeously.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and inventory records.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, Finance and Project Teams.
• Attend operational meetings to provide updates on warehouse performance and inventory availability.
• Liaise with suppliers and transport providers regarding deliveries and logistics.
• Ensure effective communication between warehouse operations and site departments.
• Support operational planning by ensuring material availability aligns with maintenance and production schedules.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with company warehouse procedures, inventory control policies and statutory requirements.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards within the warehouse.
• Ensure materials are stored safely and in accordance with manufacturer and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor housekeeping standards and ensure a clean, organised and safe warehouse environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance warehouse efficiency, inventory accuracy and operational performance.

Closing Date: 12 Nov 2026

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Administrator (Projects)

• Our client, a well-established organisation within the mining industry, is seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented and experienced Administrator (Projects) to provide comprehensive administrative and reporting support to the project team based in Irene, Centurion, Gauteng.
• The successful candidate must have a proven background in mining, strong project administration experience and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• This role requires an individual who is hands-on, accurate, analytical and capable of managing project documentation, maintaining detailed records and preparing reliable reports to support project planning, monitoring and execution.

Minimum Requirements

• A relevant post-matric qualification in Project Administration, Project Management, Business Administration, Office Administration or a related field is essential.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant project administration experience within the mining industry is essential.
• Previous experience supporting project teams in a mining, engineering or capital projects environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency is essential and will be practically tested.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Experience compiling project reports, maintaining project documentation and managing project data.
• Exposure to project budgets, cost tracking, schedules, progress reports and expenditure monitoring.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy and follow-through.
• Ability to work onsite in Marikana, North West.

Roles and Responsibilities

Project Administration and Coordination

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to project managers, engineers and the broader project team.
• Coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, compile minutes and maintain action registers.
• Follow up on outstanding actions and ensure deadlines are met.
• Assist with project schedules, progress tracking and administrative coordination.
• Maintain accurate project registers, trackers and reporting tools.

Project Reporting and Advanced Excel

• Compile, consolidate and maintain detailed project data and reports using advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets, dashboards, trackers and reporting templates.
• Use advanced Excel functions, formulas, lookups, PivotTables and data analysis tools to manage and interpret project information.
• Track project expenditure, budgets, commitments, forecasts and cost variances.
• Monitor project milestones, schedules, deliverables and progress against agreed targets.
• Identify data discrepancies, investigate inconsistencies and ensure the accuracy and integrity of reporting.
• Prepare regular reports and presentations for project management and relevant stakeholders.

Document Control and Record Management

• Maintain organised electronic and hard-copy project files in accordance with company procedures.
• Manage project correspondence, technical documentation, approvals, meeting minutes and supporting records.
• Ensure documents are correctly named, version-controlled, filed and readily accessible.
• Track document submissions, reviews, approvals and outstanding information.
• Maintain registers for drawings, reports, contracts, purchase orders and other project documentation, where applicable.

Procurement and Financial Administration

• Assist with purchase requisitions, purchase orders, supplier documentation and invoice tracking.
• Follow up with procurement, finance, suppliers and contractors regarding outstanding documentation and approvals.
• Maintain procurement trackers and assist with monitoring project commitments and expenditure.
• Verify supporting documentation and flag discrepancies for resolution.
• Assist with the compilation of cost reports and supporting information for budget monitoring.

Stakeholder and Site Coordination

• Liaise with project teams, mining operations, engineering departments, contractors and service providers.
• Coordinate information requests and follow up on outstanding inputs required for project reporting.
• Assist with arranging project meetings, site visits and related logistics.
• Support compliance with site-specific administrative procedures and document requirements.
• Handle confidential project and commercial information professionally.

General Administrative Support

• Maintain project filing systems, databases, registers and administrative records.
• Assist with preparing presentations, correspondence, reports and project documentation.
• Ensure deadlines, reporting cycles and administrative deliverables are consistently met.
• Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes, reporting accuracy and recordkeeping.
• Perform additional project-related administrative duties as required.

Closing Date: 12 Nov 2026

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Project / Studies Engineer – PMG

• Our client, a well-established mining organisation, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Project / Studies Engineer to join its team in Irene, Centurion.
• This is a senior, hands-on position suited to an engineer with a strong mining background and proven experience in project development, engineering studies and capital project execution within an operational mining environment.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, coordinating and evaluating engineering studies and project proposals, ensuring that technical solutions are practical, commercially viable, accurately assessed and aligned with operational requirements.
• The role will involve site visits to various client locations, and the successful candidate must be comfortable with regular travel to client sites as required.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, analytical, detail-focused and capable of driving project deliverables through to completion.

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BEng/BSc Eng) or an equivalent recognised engineering qualification is essential.
• Minimum 8 years’ relevant engineering and project experience, preferably within the mining industry.
• Proven experience in a mining or mineral processing environment is essential.
• Demonstrated involvement in engineering studies, feasibility assessments and capital projects.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering inputs and engaging with operational, technical and project teams.
• Practical understanding of project planning, cost estimation, scheduling, risk assessment and technical reporting.
• Experience reviewing engineering designs, technical documentation, project proposals and cost estimates.
• Strong computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Roles and Responsibilities
Engineering Studies and Project Development

• Develop, coordinate and evaluate engineering studies for proposed mining and infrastructure projects.
• Contribute to concept development, scoping, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies.
• Gather, validate and analyse technical, operational and financial information to support project decisions.
• Evaluate alternative technical solutions and identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, reliability and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure study assumptions, calculations, estimates and recommendations are accurate, realistic and adequately substantiated.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, study documentation, presentations and recommendations for management review.

Project Planning and Execution

• Translate approved project concepts and study outcomes into practical project plans and deliverables.
• Assist with defining project scope, objectives, work breakdown structures, schedules, budgets and resource requirements.
• Monitor project progress against agreed milestones, budgets and technical requirements.
• Identify deviations, risks and potential delays, implementing corrective actions where necessary.
• Follow up proactively with stakeholders to ensure outstanding actions and deliverables are completed on time.
• Support projects through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover, where applicable.

Technical Review and Quality Assurance

• Review engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, reports and other technical deliverables for accuracy, completeness and compliance.
• Identify discrepancies, omissions, design risks and inconsistencies before they affect project delivery.
• Ensure proposed solutions are practical and suitable for the operating mine environment.
• Coordinate technical inputs across relevant engineering disciplines and ensure interfaces are properly managed.
• Maintain accurate records of technical decisions, assumptions, changes, approvals and project documentation.
• Ensure deliverables meet applicable engineering standards, company requirements and relevant legislation.

Cost, Schedule and Risk Management

• Assist with developing and validating capital cost estimates, forecasts and project budgets.
• Review supplier quotations, contractor proposals, technical submissions and cost breakdowns.
• Track project expenditure, commitments, schedule performance and forecast variances.
• Identify technical, operational, commercial and execution risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
• Ensure changes to project scope, cost or schedule are properly assessed, documented and approved.
• Provide reliable project information and progress reports to support management decisions.

Stakeholder and Contractor Coordination

• Work closely with mining operations, engineering, maintenance, processing, project management and other relevant departments.
• Coordinate inputs from consultants, contractors, suppliers and specialist service providers.
• Monitor the quality and progress of external engineering and study deliverables.
• Participate in technical meetings, site inspections, design reviews and project progress discussions.
• Ensure project requirements are clearly communicated and outstanding issues are resolved promptly.

Safety, Compliance and Operational Readiness

• Ensure project studies and engineering solutions incorporate health, safety, environmental and operational requirements.
• Consider constructability, maintainability, operability and lifecycle costs when evaluating proposed solutions.
• Support compliance with applicable mining legislation, engineering standards, internal procedures and site requirements.
• Identify potential safety or operational concerns during study development and project reviews.
• Support commissioning, close-out, handover and the preparation of relevant technical records where required.

Closing Date: 12 Nov 2026

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Project Planner – Mining & EPCM

• One of our clients, a leading organisation within the mining and Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) industry, is seeking an experienced Project Planner to join its team based in Irene, Centurion. 
• The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining and monitoring integrated project schedules for mining, engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities.
• The role requires strong project planning expertise, proficiency in project scheduling software and the ability to monitor project progress, identify schedule risks and support effective project controls.
• The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, engineers, procurement teams, construction personnel, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered in accordance with approved schedules, budgets, milestones and scope requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Minimum of 5–8 years' experience in project planning and scheduling within the mining, EPCM, engineering, construction or heavy industrial environment.
• Proven experience developing and maintaining project schedules for mining projects, engineering projects or capital expenditure programmes.
• Experience planning and monitoring engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities.
• Proficiency in project scheduling software such as Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Strong knowledge of project planning methodologies, critical path analysis, schedule baselining and progress measurement.
• Experience developing work breakdown structures (WBS), activity sequencing, project milestones and resource-loaded schedules.
• Ability to monitor project progress against approved schedules and identify potential delays, constraints and schedule risks.
• Experience preparing progress reports, look-ahead schedules, project forecasts and schedule performance analyses.
• Understanding of project lifecycle activities, including feasibility, design, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning.
• Experience coordinating project schedules across multidisciplinary engineering and project teams.
• Strong analytical, organisational, problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Understanding of project risk management, change control and schedule management principles.
• Willingness to work on-site in Marikana, Rustenburg, North West.

Roles and Responsibilities

Project Planning & Scheduling

• Develop, maintain and update detailed project schedules for mining, engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities.
• Establish project baselines, work breakdown structures, activity lists, dependencies, durations and milestones.
• Develop integrated schedules that align engineering deliverables, procurement packages, construction activities and project completion targets.
• Ensure project schedules reflect approved scope, execution strategies, resource requirements and contractual milestones.
• Apply critical path methodology to identify activities that directly influence project completion dates.
• Prepare detailed short-term and long-term schedules, including weekly and monthly look-ahead plans.
• Coordinate schedule inputs from engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and project management teams.
• Ensure project schedules are logically sequenced, achievable and aligned with the overall project execution plan.

Progress Monitoring & Schedule Control

• Monitor actual project progress against approved schedules and baseline milestones.
• Collect and validate progress information from project teams, contractors and suppliers.
• Update project schedules to reflect actual progress, forecast dates and approved changes.
• Identify schedule deviations, delays, critical activities and potential bottlenecks.
• Analyse the impact of delays and changes on project completion dates and contractual milestones.
• Develop recovery schedules and recommend corrective actions where project activities fall behind schedule.
• Monitor engineering deliverables, procurement lead times, equipment deliveries, construction progress and commissioning readiness.
• Ensure schedule updates accurately reflect the current status and forecast completion of project activities.

EPCM & Project Coordination

• Coordinate planning activities across engineering, procurement, construction and project management disciplines.
• Integrate engineering design schedules, technical deliverables, procurement activities and construction work packages into the overall project schedule.
• Monitor procurement schedules, including tendering, purchase order placement, manufacturing, inspections, delivery and installation of long-lead equipment.
• Liaise with engineering teams to monitor design progress, drawing approvals and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with construction teams to monitor site progress, resource requirements and work-front availability.
• Track contractor schedules and assess their alignment with overall project milestones.
• Identify interface risks between engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities.
• Participate in project planning meetings and coordinate schedule-related actions across disciplines.

Critical Path & Risk Management

• Perform critical path analysis to identify activities that may affect project completion.
• Identify schedule risks, resource constraints, procurement delays and other potential threats to project delivery.
• Conduct schedule risk assessments and evaluate the potential impact of delays on project milestones.
• Develop mitigation strategies and recovery plans in collaboration with project management and relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor float consumption, activity dependencies and changes to critical path activities.
• Assess the scheduling implications of design changes, scope variations, resource constraints and contractor delays.
• Escalate significant schedule risks and recommend practical solutions to protect project deadlines.
• Support project change control by assessing the schedule impact of proposed changes.

Resource & Milestone Planning

• Coordinate resource requirements with project managers, engineering leads and construction supervisors.
• Monitor labour, equipment, contractor and material requirements against project schedules.
• Identify resource conflicts and potential constraints that could affect project execution.
• Develop resource-loaded schedules where required.
• Track key project milestones, contractual deliverables and planned completion dates.
• Monitor the availability of critical equipment, materials and specialist contractors.
• Support project teams in aligning resource allocation with construction priorities and delivery targets.

Reporting & Project Controls

• Prepare weekly and monthly project progress reports, schedule updates and forecast completion dates.
• Develop progress curves, milestone trackers, look-ahead schedules and schedule performance reports.
• Monitor schedule performance indicators and report deviations from approved baselines.
• Provide accurate planning information to support project management decisions.
• Maintain project schedules, progress records, assumptions, constraints and supporting documentation.
• Prepare schedule forecasts and provide early warnings of potential delays.
• Support project reviews, management meetings and client reporting requirements.
• Ensure planning information is accurate, consistent and available to relevant stakeholders.

Stakeholder Management & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, procurement specialists, construction teams, contractors and clients.
• Facilitate planning and progress meetings to review project performance, constraints and upcoming activities.
• Follow up on outstanding actions and ensure schedule-related issues are addressed timeously.
• Communicate changes to project schedules, milestones and critical activities to relevant stakeholders.
• Support the implementation of standardised planning procedures, reporting templates and project controls processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve scheduling accuracy, progress measurement and project reporting.
• Ensure planning activities comply with project procedures, contractual requirements and applicable company standards.
• Contribute to lessons-learned reviews and continuous improvement initiatives across mining and EPCM projects.

Closing Date: 12 Nov 2026

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Maintenance Planner – Mining Industry

• One of our clients, a leading mining organisation, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Planner to join its operations based in Hexrivier, Rustenburg, North West. 
• The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating and scheduling maintenance activities for mining equipment, machinery and plant infrastructure to ensure optimal equipment availability, reliability and operational efficiency.
• The role requires strong technical knowledge of maintenance planning, work management systems, spare parts coordination and preventive maintenance strategies.
• The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, maintenance, operations, procurement and warehouse teams to ensure maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently and within planned schedules and budgets.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Maintenance Management or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5–8 years' experience in maintenance planning within the mining, heavy industrial, manufacturing or mineral processing environment.
• Proven experience planning and scheduling maintenance activities for mining equipment, machinery or processing plant infrastructure.
• Experience developing preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance plans.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance work management processes, equipment reliability and maintenance scheduling.
• Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or ERP systems such as SAP PM, Pragma, Maximo or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of maintenance work orders, equipment history, job plans, bills of materials and spare parts requirements.
• Experience coordinating maintenance resources, labour, contractors, tools and materials.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, equipment manuals, technical specifications and maintenance procedures.
• Understanding of planned maintenance shutdowns, breakdown maintenance and critical equipment management.
• Strong planning, scheduling, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and maintenance reporting systems.
• Good communication and stakeholder coordination abilities.
• Understanding of occupational health and safety requirements within a mining environment.

Roles and Responsibilities

Maintenance Planning & Scheduling

• Develop detailed maintenance plans and schedules for mining equipment, machinery and plant infrastructure.
• Plan preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance activities to maximise equipment availability and reliability.
• Review maintenance requests, work orders and equipment condition reports to determine job requirements and priorities.
• Establish job plans outlining labour requirements, tools, materials, estimated work hours and maintenance procedures.
• Coordinate weekly and daily maintenance schedules in collaboration with engineering and operations teams.
• Prioritise maintenance activities according to equipment criticality, operational requirements and safety considerations.
• Plan maintenance shutdowns and major equipment overhauls in accordance with operational schedules.
• Monitor planned versus actual maintenance performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Work Order Management

• Review, prepare and maintain maintenance work orders within the CMMS or ERP system.
• Ensure work orders contain accurate technical information, job instructions, labour estimates and material requirements.
• Maintain equipment maintenance histories and ensure all maintenance activities are documented.
• Follow up on outstanding work orders and ensure maintenance backlogs are properly managed.
• Identify recurring equipment failures and coordinate corrective maintenance planning.
• Ensure completed work orders are closed accurately and timeously.

Materials & Resource Coordination

• Identify and confirm spare parts, tools, consumables and equipment required for planned maintenance activities.
• Liaise with Procurement and Warehouse teams to ensure materials are available before scheduled maintenance begins.
• Monitor the availability of critical spares and identify potential material shortages that could affect maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate labour requirements, specialist contractors and external service providers.
• Ensure maintenance teams have the necessary resources and technical information to complete scheduled work.
• Identify long-lead items and escalate potential supply delays that could affect equipment availability.

Shutdown & Breakdown Planning

• Develop maintenance plans and schedules for planned shutdowns, overhauls and major repair activities.
• Coordinate shutdown scope, labour, equipment, materials and contractor requirements.
• Work with engineering and operations teams to minimise downtime and ensure efficient execution of maintenance activities.
• Review breakdown reports and incorporate corrective actions into future maintenance plans.
• Track shutdown progress against approved schedules and identify potential delays.
• Participate in post-shutdown reviews to identify lessons learned and improve future planning.

Equipment Reliability & Performance

• Monitor equipment availability, reliability, maintenance compliance and downtime trends.
• Analyse maintenance history to identify recurring failures and opportunities for preventive action.
• Support root cause analysis investigations by providing maintenance records and historical data.
• Assist engineering teams in developing strategies to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Identify opportunities to optimise maintenance intervals, job plans and resource utilisation.
• Maintain accurate equipment registers, maintenance schedules and supporting technical documentation.

Reporting & Administration

• Prepare weekly and monthly maintenance planning and performance reports.
• Monitor maintenance KPIs, including schedule compliance, planned versus unplanned maintenance, backlog levels and equipment downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance schedules, work order records and resource forecasts.
• Track outstanding work orders and communicate potential risks to maintenance management.
• Provide regular updates on maintenance progress, resource constraints and material availability.
• Support maintenance audits and ensure compliance with maintenance procedures and recordkeeping requirements.

Safety, Compliance & Stakeholder Coordination

• Ensure maintenance plans incorporate applicable health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Verify that job plans include appropriate safety precautions, permits, isolation requirements and risk assessments where applicable.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Warehouse and Maintenance teams to align maintenance activities with production requirements.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with approved procedures, manufacturer recommendations and statutory requirements.
• Participate in maintenance planning meetings and operational reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance maintenance efficiency, equipment reliability and operational performance.

Closing Date: 12 Nov 2026

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Procurement & Contracts Manager - Mining & EPCM

• One of our clients, a leading organisation within the mining and Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) industry, is seeking an experienced Procurement & Contracts Manager to join its team based in Irene, Centurion, Gauteng.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing procurement strategies, sourcing activities, supplier relationships, contract negotiations and commercial agreements to support mining operations and large-scale engineering projects.
• The role requires strong commercial acumen, strategic sourcing expertise and the ability to manage the full procurement and contract lifecycle while ensuring cost-effectiveness, regulatory compliance, quality and timely project delivery.
• The successful candidate will work closely with project management, engineering, construction, finance and operational teams to ensure procurement and contractual requirements are aligned with project objectives, budgets and schedules.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Purchasing, Commercial Management, Contract Management, Business Management, Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 8–10 years' experience in procurement, supply chain or contracts management within the mining, EPCM, engineering, construction or heavy industrial environment.
• Minimum of 3–5 years' experience in a Procurement Manager, Contracts Manager or similar senior management role.
• Proven experience managing procurement and contract functions for mining operations, engineering projects or large-scale capital projects.
• Strong knowledge of procurement strategies, strategic sourcing, tender management, contract negotiations and supplier performance management.
• Demonstrated experience managing the full procurement and contract lifecycle, from tender preparation and evaluation through negotiation, award, execution and close-out.
• Experience managing high-value procurement packages, service agreements, equipment purchases and construction or engineering contracts.
• Strong understanding of commercial terms, contract conditions, risk allocation, claims management, variations and dispute resolution.
• Experience with procurement systems and ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Pronto, Syspro or similar systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and experience preparing procurement and commercial reports.
• Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation, governance frameworks, company policies and contractual compliance requirements.
• Strong negotiation, financial analysis, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, communication and organisational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement packages, contractual deadlines and competing project priorities.
• Willingness to work on-site or travel to project locations as required.

Roles and Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Management

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives, project requirements, budgets and delivery schedules.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement activities for mining operations, EPCM projects, engineering packages and construction activities.
• Identify suitable suppliers, contractors and service providers to ensure competitive pricing, quality and reliable delivery.
• Establish procurement plans, sourcing strategies and purchasing schedules in line with project execution requirements.
• Ensure procurement activities are conducted in accordance with approved budgets, delegated authorities and company policies.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation, improved purchasing efficiency and value engineering.
• Monitor market conditions, supplier capabilities and industry trends to support effective procurement decisions.
• Ensure procurement activities are aligned with project schedules to prevent delays and disruptions.

Tendering & Strategic Sourcing

• Manage the preparation and issuing of requests for quotations (RFQs), requests for proposals (RFPs) and invitations to tender.
• Coordinate tender processes, including supplier identification, prequalification, bid clarification and commercial evaluation.
• Evaluate supplier proposals against technical specifications, commercial requirements, quality standards and delivery timelines.
• Work closely with engineering, project management and technical teams to ensure procurement packages meet project specifications.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and contractors to secure favourable pricing, terms and conditions.
• Prepare tender evaluation reports and recommendations for management approval.
• Ensure transparent, competitive and auditable procurement processes.
• Maintain an approved supplier database and develop strategic supplier relationships.

Contract Management & Administration

• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including contract drafting coordination, negotiation, award, execution, administration and close-out.
• Review commercial terms and contractual conditions to ensure they align with project requirements and minimise business exposure.
• Administer contracts relating to engineering services, construction, equipment supply, materials, maintenance and specialist contractors.
• Monitor contractor and supplier performance against contractual obligations, deliverables, milestones and service-level agreements.
• Manage contract variations, extensions, amendments, claims and change orders in accordance with contractual provisions.
• Identify contractual risks and work with legal, commercial and project teams to develop appropriate mitigation measures.
• Ensure contractual documentation, approvals, correspondence and records are maintained accurately.
• Monitor contractual deadlines, notice periods, warranties, deliverables and other critical obligations.
• Support the resolution of contractual disputes and commercial issues in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate contract close-out, including final account settlements, outstanding claims and completion documentation.

Commercial & Cost Management

• Monitor procurement expenditure against approved budgets and project cost forecasts.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing, competitive tendering, supplier negotiations and contract optimisation.
• Analyse supplier pricing, cost breakdowns, commercial proposals and payment terms.
• Support project cost control through accurate procurement commitments, expenditure tracking and commercial reporting.
• Monitor purchase orders, contract values, variations and forecast final costs.
• Assess the financial and commercial implications of contractual changes and supplier claims.
• Ensure procurement decisions support project profitability, budget adherence and overall commercial performance.
• Prepare management reports on procurement expenditure, savings, commitments, contractual exposure and supplier performance.

Supplier & Contractor Management

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers, contractors, manufacturers and service providers.
• Conduct supplier evaluations, performance reviews and risk assessments.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance, quality, pricing, responsiveness and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Address supplier disputes, non-performance, delivery delays and quality concerns.
• Develop strategies to mitigate supply chain risks and reduce dependency on critical suppliers where appropriate.
• Ensure suppliers and contractors meet applicable safety, quality, environmental and operational requirements.
• Negotiate framework agreements, preferred supplier arrangements and long-term commercial partnerships where beneficial.

EPCM & Project Coordination

• Work closely with engineering, project controls, construction, project management and site teams to establish procurement priorities.
• Ensure procurement packages are aligned with engineering specifications, project schedules, construction sequencing and commissioning requirements.
• Coordinate the procurement of equipment, materials, engineering services and specialist contractors required for project execution.
• Monitor long-lead items and critical procurement packages to identify and address potential schedule risks.
• Participate in project planning meetings and provide updates on procurement progress, contractual commitments and supplier performance.
• Coordinate technical and commercial clarifications between suppliers, engineering teams and project stakeholders.
• Support project change management by assessing the procurement and contractual implications of design changes, scope variations and schedule adjustments.
• Ensure procurement and contract activities support safe, efficient and timely project delivery.

Compliance, Risk & Governance

• Ensure all procurement and contracting activities comply with company policies, approval frameworks and applicable legal requirements.
• Maintain appropriate segregation of duties, approval controls and audit trails throughout procurement processes.
• Identify and manage commercial, contractual, supplier and supply chain risks.
• Ensure appropriate due diligence and supplier prequalification processes are completed.
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate procurement records, tender documentation and contract files.
• Promote ethical procurement practices, transparency, accountability and the prevention of conflicts of interest.
• Ensure relevant health, safety, environmental and quality requirements are incorporated into procurement specifications and contracts.
• Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and implement corrective actions where required.

Leadership & Reporting

• Lead, mentor and develop procurement and contracts personnel to ensure effective team performance.
• Allocate responsibilities, establish performance objectives and monitor departmental productivity.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators relating to cost savings, procurement cycle times, supplier performance and contract compliance.
• Prepare regular procurement and contract management reports for senior management and project stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate procurement schedules, contract registers, supplier records and commercial documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, contract administration and departmental efficiency.
• Foster collaboration between procurement, engineering, finance, project management and operational teams.
• Promote a proactive, commercially focused and solutions-oriented approach to procurement and contract management.

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Feasibility Studies Manager – Mining & EPCM

• Our client, a well-established organisation operating within the mining and Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) environment, is seeking an experienced Feasibility Studies Manager to join its team based in Irene, Centurion, with regular site visits to Marikana, Rustenburg, and other project sites as required.
• This is a senior technical and managerial position suited to a professional with extensive experience in mining feasibility studies, project development and multidisciplinary engineering within the mining and mineral processing industries.
• The successful candidate will lead and coordinate feasibility studies for mining infrastructure, mineral processing facilities, tailings storage facilities (TSFs), smelters and associated capital projects.
• The role requires strong technical and commercial acumen, strategic thinking and the ability to evaluate project viability, manage multidisciplinary teams and deliver robust study outcomes that support informed investment and project execution decisions.

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BEng/BSc Eng) or an equivalent recognised engineering qualification is essential.
• A postgraduate qualification in engineering, project management or a related discipline will be advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience in mining, engineering studies, project development or EPCM environments.
• Proven experience managing or leading conceptual, scoping, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies within the mining industry.
• Demonstrated experience in mining infrastructure, mineral processing plants, tailings storage facilities, smelters or related metallurgical projects.
• Strong understanding of project economics, capital cost estimation, operating expenditure (OPEX), capital expenditure (CAPEX), financial modelling and investment evaluation.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams, consultants, specialist contractors and technical service providers.
• Sound knowledge of project risk assessment, technical due diligence, constructability, operability and lifecycle cost evaluation.
• Experience developing study scopes, schedules, budgets, deliverables and resource plans.
• Knowledge of relevant mining legislation, environmental requirements, engineering standards and tailings management principles.
• Strong report-writing, presentation, stakeholder management and leadership skills.
• Computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and relevant project planning or cost estimation software.
• Willingness to travel regularly to mining and project sites, including Marikana and Rustenburg.

Roles and Responsibilities

Feasibility Studies and Project Development

• Lead and manage conceptual, scoping, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies for mining, mineral processing, smelting and associated infrastructure projects.
• Define study objectives, scope, deliverables, evaluation criteria, schedules, budgets and resource requirements.
• Assess project opportunities and determine technical, operational, commercial and financial viability.
• Coordinate the development and evaluation of engineering alternatives to identify the most practical, efficient and cost-effective solutions.
• Establish study assumptions, design criteria, production parameters, infrastructure requirements and project execution strategies.
• Ensure studies are developed to the appropriate level of definition, accuracy and maturity for investment decisions.
• Review and consolidate technical findings, cost estimates, risk assessments and financial evaluations into comprehensive study reports.
• Present study outcomes, recommendations, project risks and investment considerations to senior management and relevant stakeholders.

Mining, Tailings Dam and Smelter Projects

• Lead feasibility assessments for mining infrastructure, processing plants, smelters, tailings storage facilities and related infrastructure developments.
• Evaluate project requirements relating to mining operations, material handling, processing capacity, utilities, infrastructure and site services.
• Coordinate technical assessments for tailings storage facilities, including capacity requirements, site suitability, engineering options, water management, environmental considerations and closure requirements.
• Facilitate specialist inputs relating to tailings facility design, geotechnical conditions, hydrology, hydrogeology, water balance and environmental impact assessments.
• Coordinate feasibility studies for smelter projects, including process requirements, plant configuration, utilities, power supply, material handling, emissions control and associated infrastructure.
• Assess interfaces between mining operations, processing facilities, tailings facilities, smelters and supporting infrastructure.
• Identify technical constraints, operational risks, permitting requirements and infrastructure limitations that could affect project viability.
• Ensure relevant specialist engineering disciplines and independent technical experts are involved where required.

EPCM and Multidisciplinary Engineering Coordination

• Coordinate engineering inputs across civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, process, mining, environmental and other relevant disciplines.
• Manage consultants, engineering contractors and specialist service providers responsible for study deliverables.
• Ensure engineering designs, technical reports, specifications and calculations are aligned with the approved study scope and design basis.
• Review technical documentation to identify gaps, inconsistencies, assumptions and potential project risks.
• Ensure interfaces between engineering disciplines are adequately managed and integrated into the overall study.
• Monitor consultant performance, study progress, deliverable quality and compliance with agreed milestones.
• Promote effective collaboration between engineering, procurement, construction, operations and project management teams.
• Support the transition from completed feasibility studies into detailed engineering, procurement, construction and project implementation.

Cost Estimation and Financial Evaluation

• Oversee the preparation and validation of capital and operating cost estimates for mining and EPCM projects.
• Coordinate the development of CAPEX estimates, OPEX forecasts, project cash flows and financial evaluation models.
• Review equipment costs, infrastructure requirements, construction methodologies, contractor quotations and procurement assumptions.
• Assess project economics, including capital requirements, operating costs, production assumptions, revenue forecasts and potential returns.
• Evaluate financial indicators such as net present value (NPV), internal rate of return (IRR), payback period and sensitivity scenarios, where applicable.
• Conduct sensitivity and scenario analyses to assess the impact of cost escalation, schedule changes, commodity prices, production rates and technical uncertainties.
• Identify cost optimisation opportunities while maintaining safety, quality, regulatory compliance and operational performance.
• Ensure financial assumptions and cost estimates are transparent, adequately supported and appropriate to the level of study.

Project Risk, Schedule and Quality Management

• Develop and maintain study execution plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans and progress reporting systems.
• Identify and assess technical, commercial, environmental, operational and execution risks associated with proposed projects.
• Coordinate risk workshops, risk registers, sensitivity assessments and mitigation planning.
• Monitor progress against approved study milestones, budgets and deliverables, implementing corrective measures where necessary.
• Ensure project assumptions, design changes, technical decisions and risk mitigation measures are properly documented.
• Establish quality review processes to ensure feasibility deliverables meet the required technical standards and accuracy levels.
• Identify information gaps, outstanding investigations and additional studies required before investment approval.
• Ensure appropriate reviews and approvals are completed before study recommendations are submitted for decision-making.

Environmental, Regulatory and Tailings Governance

• Ensure feasibility studies consider applicable mining legislation, environmental authorisations, water-use requirements and other relevant regulatory obligations.
• Coordinate environmental, social, geotechnical, hydrological and other specialist assessments required for project development.
• Ensure tailings-related studies consider facility safety, consequence classification, water management, seepage, stability, closure and rehabilitation requirements.
• Incorporate sustainability, resource efficiency, environmental impact mitigation and long-term operating considerations into project evaluations.
• Ensure appropriate specialist design expertise and independent reviews are obtained for tailings storage facilities and other high-risk infrastructure.
• Identify permitting, land access, stakeholder engagement and compliance requirements that could affect project schedules or investment decisions.
• Support the integration of closure, rehabilitation and lifecycle considerations into feasibility assessments.

Stakeholder Management and Site Coordination

• Engage with client representatives, mine management, engineering teams, project sponsors and other stakeholders to establish project requirements.
• Conduct regular site visits to Marikana, Rustenburg and other relevant locations to assess existing infrastructure, site conditions and operational constraints.
• Coordinate site investigations, technical assessments, surveys, data collection and specialist studies required for feasibility development.
• Facilitate technical workshops, progress meetings, design reviews and project evaluation sessions.
• Communicate study findings, critical risks, cost implications and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure timely resolution of technical queries and outstanding actions.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams, consultants, contractors and external specialists.

Reporting and Management Decision Support

• Prepare and present feasibility study reports, executive summaries, technical recommendations and investment proposals.
• Consolidate engineering, financial, operational, environmental and risk information into clear, decision-ready documentation.
• Provide management with recommendations regarding project viability, preferred technical options, cost implications and implementation strategies.
• Highlight key assumptions, uncertainties, constraints and potential changes that could materially affect project outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records of study deliverables, technical decisions, approvals, cost estimates and supporting documentation.
• Ensure completed studies provide a sound basis for capital approval, detailed engineering and subsequent project execution.

Closing Date: 15 Nov 2026

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Factory/Operations Manager

• A well-established manufacturing company based in Roodepoort, Gauteng is seeking an experienced and hands-on Factory/Operations Manager to oversee its daily factory operations, production planning, procurement, warehouse activities and general site management.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring production targets are achieved efficiently while maintaining quality standards, workplace safety and operational compliance
•  The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a manufacturing or factory environment, with strong leadership and organisational skills and the ability to optimise production workflows, manage resources, oversee maintenance activities and drive continuous operational improvement.

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant qualification in Operations Management, Production Management, Manufacturing, Engineering or a related field will be advantageous.
• Proven experience in factory management, production operations or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, workflow optimisation and output management.
• Experience managing raw material procurement, consumables, supplier relationships and stock control.
• Knowledge of machinery, equipment maintenance and general factory operations.
• Understanding of occupational health and safety requirements and relevant manufacturing regulations.
• Experience conducting safety inspections, identifying operational risks and implementing corrective measures.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Ability to monitor production performance, resource utilisation and operational costs.
• Experience overseeing warehouse activities, including container offloading, stock receiving, labelling and storage.
• Good communication and reporting skills, with the ability to provide regular updates to management.
• Experience acting as a SHE Representative will be advantageous.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage daily factory operations, including production planning, workflow optimisation and the achievement of production targets.
• Plan and coordinate production schedules in line with customer demand, sales requirements and overall business objectives.
• Ensure production schedules are achieved without compromising product quality, workplace safety or customer requirements.
• Monitor production capacity, productivity, labour utilisation and output against agreed targets to maximise operational efficiency.
• Identify and address production bottlenecks, delays, unnecessary downtime and inefficiencies.
• Ensure the effective utilisation of machinery, equipment, labour, raw materials and factory space.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, reduce waste and improve operational efficiency.
• Oversee the procurement of raw materials and consumables to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Maintain approved supplier lists, manage supplier relationships and identify opportunities to reduce material wastage and unnecessary procurement expenditure.
• Ensure factory machinery, equipment, tools and operational equipment, including forklifts, are properly maintained.
• Oversee maintenance activities to ensure office and warehouse facilities, factory buildings and the surrounding yard are maintained in good condition.
• Monitor factory gas levels required for production and forklift operations.
• Ensure stock received from containers is accurately receipted into the system, correctly labelled and stored in the appropriate warehouse locations.
• Assist with overseeing container offloading and reloading activities, ensuring stock is handled and processed correctly.
• Ensure the factory, warehouses, external areas and surrounding premises are kept neat, tidy and organised at all times.
• Monitor security procedures, maintain a close working relationship with the appointed security company and conduct security searches where required.
• Oversee the opening and closing of premises and warehouses in accordance with company procedures.
• Act as the SHE Representative, promoting a safe working environment and ensuring compliance with applicable health and safety requirements.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, identify potential risks and implement corrective actions and improvement measures.
• Ensure employees receive appropriate training and are equipped to perform their duties safely.
• Ensure compliance with relevant labour, manufacturing, environmental, health and safety regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Provide regular management reports on operational performance, challenges and issues requiring attention.
• Assist other departments with operational activities and additional responsibilities as required.

Closing Date: 18 Nov 2026

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Civil Supervisor – Mining & EPCM

• Our client, a well-established organisation operating within the mining and Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) environment, is seeking an experienced Civil Supervisor to join its team for a battery deployment project at a mining operation near Marikana, Rustenburg, with work across related project sites as required.
• This is a hands-on construction supervisory position suited to a professional with extensive experience in civil construction and site supervision within industrial, mining, processing plant or energy projects.
• The successful candidate will supervise and coordinate all civil construction activities, ensuring that earthworks, foundations, concrete works, drainage, roads, trenches, equipment plinths and structural interfaces are executed safely, on schedule and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards, legal requirements and project governance requirements.
• The role requires strong technical and leadership ability, high safety awareness and the capacity to manage contractors, monitor progress, resolve site-related technical issues and support the successful completion and handover of the project.

Minimum Requirements

• A Civil Engineering qualification, National Diploma or equivalent recognised qualification is essential.
• A civil construction supervision qualification will be advantageous.
• An occupational health and safety qualification will be advantageous.
• Minimum 7 years' relevant experience in civil construction and project supervision.
• Proven experience in industrial, mining, processing plant or energy projects.
• Demonstrated experience supervising civil contractors and multidisciplinary construction teams.
• Sound knowledge of earthworks, excavation, compaction, concrete construction, foundations, slabs, plinths, reinforcement and formwork.
• Knowledge of drainage, stormwater management and underground services.
• Ability to interpret civil, structural and survey drawings, specifications and survey information.
• Sound knowledge of the MHSA, OHSACT and applicable construction regulations.
• Knowledge of permit-to-work, excavation and services-clearance procedures.
• Understanding of project schedules, quality plans, inspection and test plans, and contractor management.
• Experience with surveying, setting out, quality inspections and construction testing.
• Experience with equipment foundations and battery energy storage projects will be advantageous.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, leadership and organisational skills.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word and Excel, for reporting, records and progress documentation.
• Willingness to be based on site at Marikana, Rustenburg, and to travel to other project locations as required.

Roles and Responsibilities

Civil Construction Supervision and Execution

• Supervise and coordinate all civil construction activities for the battery deployment project, including site establishment, clearing and preparation; excavation, trenching, backfilling and compaction; earthworks, roads and access routes.
• Supervise concrete foundations, slabs, plinths and equipment bases, including reinforcement, formwork, anchor bolts and embedded items.
• Oversee drainage, stormwater and surface-water control, cable trenches, duct banks and service crossings.
• Supervise fencing, platforms, walkways, access structures and civil interfaces with battery systems, transformers, switchgear and other equipment.
• Onboard and supervise civil construction contractors, verifying contractor tools, plant and equipment.
• Coordinate surveying, setting out, levels, alignment and dimensional control across all work fronts.
• Verify that construction complies with IFC drawings, specifications and approved design changes at all times.

Safety, Health and Regulatory Compliance

• Establish and maintain a strong SHE culture across all civil work fronts.
• Ensure compliance with the MHSA, OHSACT and applicable construction regulations.
• Review and enforce contractor method statements, risk assessments and permits.
• Coordinate pre-work risk assessments, toolbox talks and permits to work.
• Monitor excavation, lifting, working-at-height and underground-service risks.
• Stop unsafe or non-compliant work and recommend corrective actions for safety, quality and schedule deviations.

Quality, Inspections and Testing

• Supervise inspections and testing, including soil density, concrete slump, cube tests and material verification.
• Coordinate civil inspections with quality, engineering, electrical, instrumentation and commissioning teams.
• Verify construction quality, levels, alignment and tolerances against approved drawings and specifications.
• Manage civil punch-list items and non-conformances through to closure.
• Maintain daily diaries, inspection records, progress reports and quality records.

Schedule, Progress and Interface Management

• Monitor project schedule progress, productivity and resource requirements across all civil work fronts.
• Coordinate civil work fronts and allocate resources within the approved project plan.
• Identify delays, constraints, risks and interface issues, and implement recovery actions.
• Manage construction interfaces and site constraints between civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and other disciplines.
• Ensure contractors comply with company standards, procedures and policies.
• Support achievement of project milestones and approved completion dates.

Handover, Completion and Continuous Improvement

• Verify completion of as-built drawings, survey records, test results and handover documentation.
• Support mechanical completion, equipment installation and final project handover.
• Coordinate inspections, testing and surveying required for handover readiness.
• Escalate technical, safety, quality and commercial matters to the Project Manager.
• Promote continuous improvement and lessons learned throughout project execution.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams, contractors, surveyors, geotechnical specialists, concrete suppliers, testing laboratories, OEMs, consultants and service providers.

Closing Date: 20 Nov 2026

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Quality Inspector – Mining & Energy Projects

• We have a new position available at one of our clients in the mining industry for an experienced Quality Inspector to join their project team. The position will be based in Rustenburg, Northwest and will report directly to the Project Manager.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, monitoring and verifying the quality of construction, installation, testing and commissioning activities.
• The role requires a strong understanding of construction quality standards, technical specifications, inspection and test plans, and quality control procedures to ensure that all project activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, safety requirements and project standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Quality, Engineering, Construction or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in quality inspection or quality control within industrial, mining, processing plant, infrastructure, construction or energy projects.
• Experience conducting site inspections and monitoring construction and installation activities.
• Experience reviewing technical drawings, specifications, inspection and test plans (ITPs), method statements and quality plans.
• Knowledge of construction quality control practices across civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and instrumentation disciplines.
• Experience managing non-conformances, corrective actions, quality punch lists and project quality documentation.
• Experience verifying materials, workmanship, testing activities and commissioning records.
• Understanding of material certificates, certificates of conformity, calibration certificates and quality handover documentation.
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
• Strong communication, organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail, integrity and the ability to address quality concerns confidently and professionally.
• Must be willing and able to work on-site in North West.

Advantageous:

• A qualification in Quality Management.
• Relevant inspection certifications in welding, concrete, civil, mechanical, electrical or instrumentation disciplines.
• Internal or lead auditor certification.
• Experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS) or similar energy projects.
• Experience supporting commissioning, project handover and quality audits.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Quality Inspection & Control

• Conduct inspections of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and instrumentation works.
• Verify that construction and installation activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, method statements and project quality requirements.
• Review inspection and test plans (ITPs), quality plans and technical documentation before work commences.
• Inspect incoming materials and equipment to ensure compliance with approved specifications.
• Verify material certificates, supplier documentation and certificates of conformity.
• Inspect and verify earthworks, concrete, welding, bolting, cable installation, earthing and instrumentation activities.
• Witness and record inspections, testing and commissioning activities.
• Confirm that measuring and testing equipment is calibrated and suitable for use.
• Monitor inspection hold points, witness points and required approvals before work proceeds.

Non-Conformance & Corrective Action Management

• Identify, record and track quality defects, deviations and non-conformances.
• Follow up on corrective and preventive actions until satisfactory close-out.
• Maintain quality punch lists and verify that outstanding items are completed.
• Support root-cause investigations and recommend corrective measures to prevent recurring issues.
• Escalate significant quality concerns and non-compliant work to the Project Manager.
• Stop or report work that does not comply with approved quality requirements.
• Verify that corrective actions and remedial work meet the required standards.

Contractor & Stakeholder Coordination

• Monitor contractors' compliance with approved quality plans, method statements and inspection requirements.
• Coordinate inspections with contractors, engineering teams, construction supervisors, commissioning personnel and client representatives.
• Liaise with suppliers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), consultants, testing laboratories and other service providers.
• Follow up on outstanding inspections, technical queries and quality-related actions.
• Communicate quality requirements and inspection findings clearly to relevant stakeholders.
• Support the project team in resolving quality-related technical and construction issues.

Testing, Commissioning & Project Handover

• Witness and verify testing activities and ensure that results meet the required specifications.
• Review test packs, inspection records, calibration certificates and commissioning documentation.
• Verify that as-built drawings and supporting quality documentation are complete and accurate.
• Assist with compiling quality dossiers and handover packs.
• Monitor quality punch-list items and verify completion before project handover.
• Support commissioning readiness and ensure that required quality records are available for final acceptance.

Quality Reporting & Documentation

• Compile daily quality inspection reports and provide regular updates on quality performance.
• Maintain accurate and traceable inspection records, registers and supporting documentation.
• Record inspection results, defects, non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Track inspection status, outstanding approvals and quality-related deliverables.
• Support quality audits, project reviews and governance requirements.
• Ensure that all quality documentation is properly maintained and available for review when required.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure compliance with approved project quality standards, specifications, procedures and applicable legislation.
• Support the implementation of quality management procedures and inspection processes.
• Identify recurring quality issues and recommend improvements to inspection practices.
• Participate in lessons-learned activities and quality reviews.
• Promote a quality-focused working environment and encourage compliance across contractors and project teams.

Closing Date: 20 Nov 2026