Fresh Openings at SGS

Job Description
RESPONSIBILITIES

• To take full control of the SGS document control system to be in line with the SGS high level system requirements and ISO17025:2017.
• Register, format, distribute and control system document process
• To ensure accurate and comprehensive minutes are taken at monthly quality meetings, management review meetings etc.
• To monitor the training programs drawn up and ensure that scheduled training dates are being adhered to.

SPECIFIC AUTHORITIES

• Monitor and report all non-compliance of Quality reporting deadlines and schedules
• Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or enter hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection and report the situation to higher authority to take action.
• Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and report the situation to higher authority to take action
• Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified

Qualifications

• Dip in Food Technology / Food Science

Additional Information

• Be a South African citizen (be able to produce a valid South African ID document)
• Be between the ages of 18-33
• Must be currently unemployed
• Must have no criminal record
• Must be willing to relocate to Johannesburg.
• Exceptional Computer Literacy (use of MS Office suite – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• An affinity for data analysis
• Strong research skills
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency in completing tasks.
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Self-motivated and high level of initiative

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Job Description
To proactively, establish, manage, audit and ensure provision of project controls services that is consistent with global standards and represent good practice.

• Build a world class Project Controls Function for office and on-Site projects.
• Direct the establishment and implementation of project control procedures, tools, systems and best practices for use on projects. Oversee modifications to these procedures for specific client requirements. Project control procedures are to encompass all activities and systems relating to planning, estimating and document controlling.
• Responsible to oversee, implement, maintain and support the continued development of enterprise management tools (Primavera P3, P6, Oracle Risk Analysis, MS project, etc.) and contract management tools.
• Actively support business development efforts by providing and Project Control input and resources, including estimates, plans and management support.
• Stay abreast of new trends and innovations
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of Project Control staff to ensure project costs and schedule are effectively managed through the various stages of a project.
• Provide input at bid stage on all risk level projects.
• Consolidate and issue the Project Control Statements (PCS) and the Monthly Project Review Document (MPRD) on a monthly basis for all projects.
• Lead effort in Benchmarking and Project Close-Out requirements, in order to implement lessons learnt and promotes a continuous improvement culture.
• Manage and oversee the overall administration of the project controls function for the business unit or major projects basis.
• Ensure team participation by:
• Attending and participating in the following meetings:
• Proposal Kick off meeting
• Progress and co-ordination meeting
• Risk analysis meeting
• Price fix meeting to provide estimate summary to Management
• Actively promote the Company's professional image, both internally & externally
• Implement and manage adhoc projects and duties as may be required and assigned from time to time.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12
• BSc Degree, or CA / BCom degree, or other appropriate qualification
• PMI, AACEI certification

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years proven experience within Projects / EPCM environment
• Pro-active decision making and able to take accountability in a fast-paced pressurized project environment driven by cost and schedule objectives
• Management of people in a team environment and the ability to keep momentum in motivation and productivity is paramount.
• Proven experience in the following areas: capital estimating, project planning, project cost control and project document control
• User experience in the following software: Microsoft Office Package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Primavera P6, Primavera Risk Analysis (PRA), Oracle Business Suite, SAP

REQUIRED SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE

• Cost estimation: Understanding cost of design and ability to estimate cost related to a project or specific activity
• Estimating methods: Good understanding of conceptual, capacity factored, mechanical factored and definitive methods.
• Risk analysis: Ability to identify project and activates risks from any point of view
• Basic IT Tools: Use of office automation software tools and basic comber application. 
• Estimating control document  : Development of estimating spreadsheet that can cope with the complexity of the project and any movement in factors, rates, foreign exchange, commodity prices etc.
• Cost control: Knowledge of cost engineering principles: total cost management and total quality management etc.
• Change management: Ability to effectively and efficiently manage changes during the course of the project
• Commercial Principles: Understanding of contract types and of their main features
• Legislation & Standards: Knowledge of sector specific law e.g. Engineering, safety etc. and standard specifications e.g. Plant layout requirements etc.
• Project Management: Knowledge of basic project management methods and all project lifecycle phases
• Planning & Scheduling: Ability to plan using tools, methods and best practices.  Familiarity with schedule classes and levels and familiarity with Earned Value and its application to scheduling and reporting

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Job Description

• To produce cost effective and technically sound Electrical designs within the required time frame to support project deliverables.

Project Life Cycle

• Ensure discipline strategy development during set-up to meet project deliverables
• Offer general project support and problem solving on technical matters arising
• Use knowledge of scope on current and recent projects to promote re-use of engineering where possible
• Review key discipline documentation and drawings produced on projects
• Develop electrical strategy and design criteria to suit the unique project/client requirements
• Produce regular project status reports
• Generate post-project feedback

Design

• Review and Approve Cable schedules that list all cable details and lengths 
• Generate scope of work specifications with technical requirements for each package
• Assist in developing, managing and controlling the discipline cost and man-hour estimates 
• Produce discipline specific designs according to schedule and budget
• Maintain effective engineering input/output of design office

Client Relationship

• Maintain effective inter-discipline requirements
• Manage and interface with Clients, suppliers and contractors to meet project objectives

Continuous Improvement

• Provide suggestions for improving internal work methods and procedures on an ad-hoc basis.

Quality and Safety

• Regularly review and contribute towards improvement of procedures and systems
• Ensure all QA procedures and guidelines are followed in all daily activities
• Participate in quality assurance audits
• Monitor vendor quality
• Monitor site quality
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Professionally the successful candidate will be a B. Sc/B. Eng. or B. Tech (Electrical) graduate.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years experience executing projects in the EPC/EPCM environment; ideally within the mining and minerals (preferred) or petrochemical sector.
• Project Management - Knowledge of basic project management methods and knowledge of all project life cycle phases
• Electrical distributions & transmission - Knowledge of electrical transmission and distribution systems & techniques
• Electrical network - Network Systems & techniques
• Cables & Wires- Products and design techniques
• Electrical control systems - Design, equipment and Systems.
• Design Criteria - Applications and improvements of technical knowledge into design criteria that suit project reqs. And/or support the design of new components/equipment
• Technical Documentation -Ability to create, understand and communicate via technical specifications
• Plant Layout development -Ability to lay out the plant in a functional, safe and cost-effective way
• Materials Fundamentals -    Knowledge and understanding of basic information regarding materials and their properties used in engineering and manufacturing activities
• Construction & Commissioning -      Understanding of on-site construction work and commissioning with associated contractor and supplier interactions
• Cost Estimation -     Understand cost of design (including cost of deliverables generation) and ability to estimate costs related to a project or specific activity
• Basic IT Tools -Office Automation and Graphic Software
• Procurement -         Understand project cost control, budgeting, procurement, purchase-to-pay and supply chain management
• Engineering Calculations -   Knowledge of engineering calculation techniques
• Innovation & Adaptability -   The ability to adapt to different environments (team, technologies, countries etc.) from a technical point of view, including ability to find out new possible technological solutions according to customer’s needs.
• Quality Engineering - Knowledge of quality methods, management systems and procedures and/or understanding of quality features of products and parts
• Quantity Estimation - Ability to estimate quantities (volumes, dimensions, masses, weights etc.)
• CAE Software - Familiarity with CAE software including setting up systems, procedures and guidelines e.g. AutoCAD
• Legislation and Standards - Knowledge of sector specific law (e.g. Engineering safety reqs, and knowledge of standard specifications (e.g. Plant layout requirements etc.) including the ability to integrate these standards.

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Job Description
Compile and generate 2D design drawings, documents or accurate unencumbered 3D models

• Obtain engineering information.
• Utilise computerised filing and numbering system
• Conceptualise layout
• Generate design drawings, documents and detailed 3D models requiring minimal rectification and back drafting following checking.

Perform tasks in compliance with Company Systems, Standards and Procedures

• Adhere to standards

Promote the company’s image and team cohesion through effective communication and liaison

• Actively promote the Company's professional image, both internally & externally.
• Build an ongoing service relationship with contractors and vendors to enhance Company image.
• Maintain effective inter-departmental communication.

Manage administration

• Maintain personal administration.
• Manage man-hour budgets for the discipline

Manage junior drawing office personnel

• Develop and guide junior drawing office staff

Ensure personal performance for technical responsibilities

• Perform site visits.
• Perform design calculations

Ensure personal performance for technical responsibilities

• Check engineering 2D drawings or 3D models
• Give feedback to draughtsperson for changes

QUALIFICATIONS

• Professionally, the successful candidate will have a completed N6 and gained practical work experience in mineral processing plants.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• A proven track record of minimum of 8 years plus experience in discipline specific drawing design/draughting within a mineral processing or petrochemical plant projects environment, is required for this position.  Most of the experience should ideally have been gained in the EPCM environment.
• Experience should ideally be balanced between feasibility studies, project execution and site-based work/visits.
• Technical Draughting - To generate graphical deliverables from an engineering design.
• CAE Software - Ability to use software including setting up systems, procedures and guidelines e.g. AutoCAD.
• Engineering and Draughting -   Knowledge of models and/or draughting environment including applications/interfaces and products across the disciplines.
• Legislation & Standards -     Knowledge of sector specific law and knowledge standard specifications and the ability to integrate these standards.
• Regular interface with other drawing office disciplines to resolve matters/clashes/interfaces.
• Frequently requests information or inputs required to advance work, from engineers or Project Section Leader.
• Periodically questions incorrect/sub-optimal designs/solutions for the greater good of the project and proposes alternatives
• Very dedicated and committed to project and company success.
• Takes deadlines seriously and submits reasons and action plans well in advance should it become apparent that deadlines cannot be met.
• Able to work independently most of the time with minimal guidance and direction.
• Held in high esteem by colleagues and seen as knowledgeable in his/her discipline.  Often approached by peers for advice or guidance.
• Have the desire / ability to develop into a Project Section Leader.

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Job Description

• To execute projects on time and in budget, whilst fulfilling and delivering contractual obligations through effective management, is a safe and ethical manner. Manage the project enthusiastically within the financial, quality and time constraints of the specific project.

Provide project control function strategies

• Build and manage a world class Project Management Team by:
• Identifying project personnel requirements
• Ensure recruitment of required personnel
• Managing, directing and motivating the Project Management Team.
• Assessing training needs and support the development and implementation of training programs.
• Using best practice methodology to create a project plan to fit the stakeholder’s needs and deliver with-in budget on desired outcomes.
• Directing the establishment and implementation of project management procedures, tools, systems and best practices for use on projects and to measure project performance. Oversee modifications to these procedures for specific client requirements.
• Ensuring agreement on a project Safety Management Plan.
• Establishing comprehensive specification and a Quality plan for the project.
• Performing risk management to minimize project risks.
• Promoting good working relationship across the project.
• Inspiring a sense of shared purpose within the project team.
• Manage productivity and performance of the project team.
• Ensure management of Project Budget by:
• Managing both internal and external approvals
• Managing day to day operational costs of the project.
• Ensure an agreed project budget against a defined scope and schedule.
• Stay abreast of new trends and innovations.

Provide project management support during project lifecycle

• Lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure project management through the various stages of a project by:
• Assisting with the assessment of client’s requirement in conjunction
• Conducting a risk analysis
• Establish financial budget
• Submitting offer/tender document to the client.
• Negotiate with client to secure the project by obtaining irrecoverable commitment and signed “Letter of  intent” as per company guidelines.
• Draw up/ organise Project execution plan by:
• Drawing up a Project Procedure Manual (PPM)
• Assigning internal resources
• Developing detailed Project Execution Programme (sequence of events, duration of events, and then convert the information into planning system)
• Drawing up the detailed cost control document (split cost per discipline and discipline into major areas)
• Drawing up detailed cash flow schedule to ensure positive cash flow to company (align cost and timing spreadsheet schedule and ensure client’s compliance of payment with schedule)
• Manage the implementation of the project by:
• Surveying site
• Producing block plant layout based on process flow
• Commissioning geo technical investigation
• Examining compatibility and proposing plant layout based on site survey & geo technical reports.
• Generating preliminary plant layout.
• Reviewing cost implication of chosen site
• Obtaining equipment specification
• Managing implementation of procurement schedule
• Issuing equipment enquiries and awarding contracts
• Finalising process diagram
• Implementing detailed engineering design to meet process specifications
• Releasing civils for detailed design
• Finalising detailed engineering to suit ordered equipment and process
• Developing P &ID
• Awarding site service contracts in logical sequenced order
• Establishing Site (identify sub-contractors, allocate areas, set up access & security)
• Ensuring starting of civil works (appoint civil contractor and set out control & level data)
• Managing site (review safety & quality, progress with contractors, variance control and stores control)
• Commissioning plant (appoint commissioning manager, conduct pre-functional areas, dry/cold and wet/hot commissioning on the system)
• Demolishing of construction site (dispose redundant equipment, disconnect services, discharge temp site employees & release permanent staff, clean site, compare actual vs budget and take corrective action)
• Handing over plant to client with supporting documents
• Close out the project by:
• Producing close-out report in prescribed format – project statistics summary
• Hold post mortem meeting with designated project team

Administration

• Manage and oversee the overall administration of project management function.

Client Relationships (internal & external) & Reporting

• Drive and manage project team participation by:
• Ensuring attendance and participation by all internal stakeholders in the following meetings:
• Proposal Kick off meeting
• Progress and co-ordination meeting
• Risk analysis meeting
• Price fix meeting to provide estimate summary to Management
• Maintain effective project communication internally and externally.
• Produce internal and external reports as required by:
• Monitoring financial performance on an ongoing basis and issuing monthly financial reports.
• Monitoring project execution in accordance with programme on an ongoing basis and issuing monthly project execution reports.
• Actively promote the Company's professional image, both internally & externally

Qualifications

• BSc Eng. qualification or equivalent.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 3 years Project Engineering or Project Management experience in the metals and minerals industry.
• Project Lifecycle - Knowledge of the main project phases and related basic engineering model, applications and products across the disciplines
• Project Management - Knowledge of basic project management methods and all project lifecycle phase
• Risk analysis - Ability to identify project and activates risks from any point of view
• Financial Management. Management of budget and time for project and/or department 
• Marketing - Knowledge and or ability to conduct market analysis collecting information on customers, competitors and products, collaborate with the business development and sales team.
• Quality auditing & control - Ability to inspect materials, equipment, welding, company procedures, processes and implementation against quality std’s
• Change management - Ability to effectively and efficiently manage changes during the course of the project
• Procurement - Understanding of project cost control, budgeting, procurement, purchase-to-pay and supply chain management
• Legislation & Standards - Knowledge of sector specific law e.g. engineering, safety etc. and standard specifications e.g. Plant layout requirements etc.
• Industry Knowledge - Knowledge of specific industry (EPC & EPCM): players, projects, products. Operations and processes.
• Planning & Scheduling - Ability to plan using tools, methods and best practices.  Familiarity with schedule classes and levels.
• Familiarity with Earned Value and its application to scheduling and reporting
• Engineering & Draughting – Fundamentals Knowledge of engineering models and /or draughting environment, including applications and products across the disciplines.
• Understanding of engineering interfaces in terms of dependencies among disciplines.