Job Opportunities at NECSA

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

• Review and update Level 1, 2, 3 and 4 documents consisting of policy, objectives, procedures, work instructions, inspection instructions, and quality plans to ensure that process changes, engineering changes, customer requirements and changes are accurately documented.
• Implementation and maintenance of the QHSE management programme in accordance with the ISO 9001/14001 and OHSAS 45001 and code of practice.
• Conduct customer satisfaction surveys by distributing questionnaires to customers and report the number of responses and ratings (i.e. satisfied/not satisfied) as well as recommend improvements based on results to ensure an increase in customer satisfaction.
• All functions and tasks as required for management QA Representative
• Plan and Co-ordinate Management Reviews.
• Maintain the Non-conformance system:
• By ensuring that the Non-Conformance registers are updated; and
• In conjunction with the Facility Event coordinator, report the RO NCR status and statistics thereof.
• Evaluate and report on costs and high-frequency activities regarding non-conformance / incidents in respect of operational matters.
• To provide support during the conducting of root cause analysis of non-conforming products and recommend correction and corrective action to ensure close-out of non-conformances.

PROCESS MANAGEMENT

• Monitor and ensure that client requirements have been incorporated into manufacturing specifications for the procurement of products locally and internationally.
• Monitor and ensure that all products comply with Quality Assurance and Environmental standards, maintaining the required quality levels and adhering to all relevant regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and ensure that all product, process and staff qualifications for special operations are valid.

RELEASE OF ITEMS & CALIBRATIONS

• Develop, implement and maintain a COC (Certificate of Conformance) system for RO release of procured and manufactured products and items., by: -
• Ensuring the release of all designed, manufactured and purchased items before use within RO.
• Compile incoming inspection reports as and when required.
• Checking Compilation of product record files (PRF’s).
• Accept certificate of conformance (COC) for released components.
• Ensure the update and maintenance of the calibration database.
• Report, follow - and conduct checks on the status of IMTE.

AUDIT SYSTEM

• Generate an audit surveillance schedule for the conducting of QMS internal audits in RO facilities and operations on an annual basis to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee and ensure that audits are conducted as scheduled according to External Service Providers, Necsa and RO Auditing Requirements and quality procedures.
• Compile action plans for customer complaints, external audit findings and recommendations, verify implementation of recommendations, perform close-out of non-conformities, and notify all relevant parties accordingly.

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT & PROJECTS  

• Ensure that all staff are trained, and skilled and that their expertise is optimally applied in order to create a positive and productive working environment with healthy staff morale.
• Review & Accept all generated dimensional inspection reports.
• Ensuring that the Project Quality Plans for RO Projects.
• Follow up and sign off on completed activities in Project Quality Plans.
• Review & Accept all verification certificates generated by the Technician and QC Inspector, in compliance with the internal verification system.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or applicable technical field.
• Certificates & extensive knowledge in  Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management System & Environmental Management System.
• Lead Auditor/Auditor Training.
• Advanced Metrology.
• Radiographic Testing Level 01.

Experience: 

• 8 years experience in quality assurance in a highly regulated environment.
• 8 years experience in dimensional inspection and non-destructive examination.
• 5 years experience as an auditor and lead auditor

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KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Develop and maintain allocated resources

• Identify and report training equipment defects and ensure that they are always operational and available for training purposes.
• Ensure that there are always sufficient training consumables through implementation of appropriate stock control processes.
• Ensure that there is proper housekeeping in their work areas.

Implementation of training intervention

• Prepare appropriate and relevant training equipment for programmes offered.
• Prepare training plan for the course content and ensure that there is sufficient training material and other relevant documentation in support of the offered course.
• Prepare and supply assessment material for the offered course.
• Ensure that all administration associated with the offered course or assessment is completed and submitted to all relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare presentations for facilitations of offered courses according to the approved curriculum.
• Ensure that all training always achieves the set outcomes of the programme.
• Mentor, coach and guide all learners whilst training to ensure the achievement of positive outcomes in terms of results.
• Monitor the welfare of learners during training and liaise with relevant stakeholders to attend to their identified need to ensure holistic approach to training.

Assessment of learners

• Ensure that assessment documents are utilised according to expected outcomes.
• Assess learners according to training plans and qualifications authorities.
• Complete assessment reports and related administration and submit to all relevant stakeholders.
• Provide assessment feedback to all learners.

Management systems and compliance

• Ensure that all your accreditations are relevant, maintained and up to date.
• Ensure that all training and associated administration is implemented according to applicable quality management systems (QMS)
• Ensure that applicable safety measures are maintained in the training workshops inclusive of Behavioural Safety for all learners.
• Ensure that all leaners comply to the training requirements for relevant courses.
• Ensures that learners comply with all Necsa HR and other policies and procedures

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Grade 12 certificate.
• 3 years’ experience as a Qualified Electrical or Millwright Artisan (Red seal)
• 3 years’ experience as a Facilitator and Trade Testing.
• Registered Assessor with NAMB or any Seta. 
• Registered Moderator with NAMB or any Seta.

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Key Performance Areas:

• Develop systems that enable the implementation and execution of various Programme;
• Oversee the planning and execution of projects in line with Necsa’s strategic objectives and plan;
• Develop and maintain relations with key government departments and other key industry role players to ensure effective Stakeholder Relations Management for the projects; and
• Provide a support function to the Senior Manager in implementing executive and Board decisions relating to all strategic projects
• Manage the collection and analysis of client & stakeholder’s requirements.
• Identify, acquire and manage programme management team.
• Develop the programme risk, configuration, quality & communication management strategies in line with Necas's requirements.
• Manage the development of the programme scope/configuration, cost, schedule, risk, human resource, procurement, quality and, stakeholder and communication management plans (Programme Plan).
• Manage the development of the programme Scope, Cost and Schedule Baselines.
• Identify and analyse programme risks and develop risk response strategies as well as cost, schedule and scope implications of the response strategies. Manage the risk register.
• Present scope, cost and schedule baseline to Programme Board for Acceptance.
• Develop and manage the programme procurement plan.
• Provide the necessary oversight during contract negotiation and execution.
• Manage all identified stakeholders.
• Manage the delivery of the programme in line with scope (and quality), cost, schedule and time baseline.
• Prepare Highlight Reports for (and escalate issues to) the Programme Board where necessary.
• Manage the close-out of the programme and prepare close out reports.
• Ensure compliance to all Necas's SHEQ-INS requirement for all programs and project.
• Identify and interpret applicable SHEQ-INS requirements in order to develop and implement relevant and effective systems to implement throughout all Programme lifecycle within the Nuclear Fuel Cycle group.
• Advise and manage the implementation of the Quality Management System and configuration management within the Nuclear Engineering Programme.
• Oversee the overall spending on the Programme and ensure that all costs and finances are within the prescribed parameters.
• Manage expenditure in line with approved parameters.
• Report expenses and variances when required to ensure adherence to the approved budget.
• Manage cost reporting in accordance with corporate requirements (SHEQ-INS-0800).
• Develop a team that will deliver the Programme against set objectives, in line with EE requirements;
• Ensure that all project managers are trained, skilled and that their expertise are optimally applied;
• Ensure a positive and productive working environment with healthy staff morale; and Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise Project managers  and contactors to ensure accountability.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• Relevant technical qualification degree BSc or B-Tech  Engineering
• Project Management Certificate (PMP, PRINCE2) will be an advantage.

Experience: 

• 2 - 3 years proven track record of successful delivery of multi-disciplinary programme management.

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Key Performance Areas:

• Ensure all goals and requirements (technical specifications; user requirements specifications are in place before any project initiation.
• Develop project controls to ensure successful execution of projects within a multi discipline environment.
• Plan implementation of any project within the programme framework.
• Analyse programme management requirements and objectives.
• Formulate projects to reach programme objectives.
• Prioritise formulated project.
• Compile Budget for approval by the executive sponsor.
• Prepare resource plan in accordance with the project scope.
• Ensure adherence to strategic and project plans.
• Coordinate common licensing approach with Licensing Department.
• Prepare orders and/or contract documents for the procurement of product, materials and services.
• Review all contract documentation to ensure that contract terms and conditions are fair and executable.
• Reporting & Communication.
• Chair prioritisation and feedback meetings.
• Ensure management is up to date.
• Implementing Project Management System
• Utilise Necsa’s artefacts and procedures to manage projects
• Preparation of appropriate contracts in support of the supply chain management process.
• Review of contract when required and issuance of contract amendment when applicable.
• Contract implementation management in line with contract terms and conditions.
• Project progress:
• Ensure that project objectives (Quality, schedule, scope and cost) are met.
• Reporting & Communication:
• Progress reports as agreed with projects’ executive sponsor and project boards,
• Ensure all stakeholders are kept abreast of all relevant information.
• Oversee the overall spending on the project and ensure that project costs and project finances are within the prescribed parameters.
• Management of the expenditure in line with approved parameters.
• Reporting of expenses and variances when required to ensure adherence to the approved budget.
• Ensure compliance to all Necsa SHEQ-INS requirement for all programs and project.
• Identify and interpret applicable SHEQ-INS requirements in order to develop and implement relevant and effective systems to implement throughout all project lifecycle.
• Advise and manage the implementation of the Quality Management System and configuration management within the projects/programmes.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• BSc, B-Tech Eng.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certificate from Project Management Institute under section B or C requirements will be added advantages.
• Five (5) years’ experience in the management of multi-disciplinary projects.

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Key Performance Areas

Plant Operations/Manufacturing

• Operates daily operational tasks in the fluorination plant to ensure maximum output and continuous operation.
• Operate equipment and support processes in accordance with approved work instructions, safety protocols, and management guidelines.
• Perform plant readings, record data, and complete operational checklists accurately and on time.

Material Handling

• Verify correct products and samples on racks before processing; ensure they match operational requirements.
• Assist in the packing and unpacking of racks in collaboration with the Supervisor, ensuring no disruption to production.
• Check all products for burn marks or discoloration and report any defects.
• Participate in the loading and off-loading of trucks, coordinating with the Supervisor to ensure minimal disruption to plant operations.

Equipment and Process Maintenance

• Ensure reactors are thoroughly cleaned and free of contamination before initiating the fluorination process.
• Report any equipment faults or defects to senior personnel for timely maintenance or repair.

Compliance with SHEQ requirements

• Adhere to company SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality) standards, including wearing PPE correctly at all times.
• Ensure PPE is in good condition, and that specialized PPE is stored according to procedures.
• Conduct at least one job observation monthly on work instructions and submit findings.
• Participate in the review and update of work instructions in collaboration with senior team members.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards throughout the shift to ensure a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Report sub-standard equipment, unsafe practices, or safety issues immediately to the relevant personnel.
• Ensure all mandatory/statutory training is completed and up to date.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• National Certificate/ Grade 12 / Standard 10/ Trade certificate or equivalent to (NQF 4) with mathematics subject;
• Valid Forklift license will be an added advantage
• Valid Overhead Crane license will be an added advantage.

Minimum Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years in a 24-hour chemical plant operations
• Experience in plant operations will be advantageous.