Job Vacancies at Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty Ltd

PURPOSE OF ROLE

A Project Planner is required to ensure project programs are developed, ensuring that the standard is maintained, kept up to date with actual progress, and analysed to ensure credibility.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Support the Project Management Team with planning and scheduling decisions and advice during project life.
• Through collaboration with team members and as directed by the relevant PM, utilising automated systems (computerised software):
• Define and develop the WBS;
• Develop credible and quality project programs;
• Support the development of the Cost and Schedule Management Plan.
• Maintain project programmes / schedules / plans accurately.
• Establish appropriate metrics for measuring key project performance.
• Utilise appropriate automated systems (computerised software) to manage project plans:
•  Primavera / MS Projects and IFS effectively used to the standards as dictated by various contracts.
• Continuously monitor and control / guide projects by documenting project progress (actual vs plan);
• Provide feedback to Line Management in terms of planning systems integrity and project progress / performance.
• Maintain proactive approach to obtain information regarding activity status to update project plans.
• Provide support/input to Project Managers for reporting on project progress / performance:
• Complete and submit monthly planning report;
• Provide input to Project monthly reports.
• Inform project team members, clients and contractors of project status - Periodically and in the format as determined by the project.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Qualified artisan in the Mechanical, Electrical or Instrumentation discipline + 2-4 years relevant practical experience in a technical field and at least 2 years practical experience in the planning of design and construction projects using a recognized planning software, i.e. Primavera, MS Projects, OR
• Recognised qualification in Industrial / Process / Manufacturing engineering + 2-4 Years relevant practical experience in a technical field and at least 2 years practical experience in the planning of design and construction projects using a recognized planning software, i.e. Primavera, MS Projects;
• Management Qualification from a recognized academic institution would be advantageous.
• A planner certification from a recognized institute (PMI, AACE) would be advantageous.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

• Technical knowledge (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation) of processes, systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of scheduling principles and development.
• Be able to read and interpret project programmes / schedules / plans.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials and techniques employed in engineering and construction works.
• Knowledge of (PMBOK) Project Management principles and concepts.
• Knowledge of the principles of planning related to design and construction projects, specifically Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience in performing standard prospective and retrospective Time-Impact-Analysis.
• Knowledge of construction contract i.e. (NEC & FIDIC contract suites).
• Knowledge of various delay analysis techniques and the application thereof.
• Experience in analysing project programmes / schedules / plans to derive project health.

Skills

• Good experience with software programs such as MS Office but specifically planning software such as Primavera and MS Projects.

Behaviours

• Good interpersonal skills working with internal and external clients and contractors to effect satisfactory relationships.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good at understanding and following written and verbal instructions.
• Good ability to guide the project team to achieve project goals.
• Good leadership / supervisory capability to motivate / guide / instruct others (for Senior Planner).
• Proactive in obtaining relevant information required to perform planning function on a continuous basis.
• Methodical with attention to detail.
• Motivated with the ability to independently initiate activities.
• High ability and willingness to impart / share knowledge.
• Good team player.

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PURPOSE OF ROLE

The Administrator`s main area of responsibility is to support the Team with all administrative and document control requirements.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Assist In coordinating projects correspondence/documents - i.e. delivering, filing, emailing, etc.
• Manage correspondence registers.
• Compile letters with content provided.
• Issue & receive letters and other communications.
• Review correspondence for editing purposes prior to Issue.
• Take and circulate minutes of project meetings.
• Coordinate venue bookings and project meetings.
• Copying, scanning and printing of documents.
• Answering of phones and direct calls.
• Prepare presentations, letters, general typing, etc.
• Responsible for facilitating the FFD process for new employees and assist with access and hosting for visitors for the project.
• Any other general administration actions required by the FAM/Construction Manager/PM for the benefit of the department or PM/CLs to the benefit of the project/s.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 or equivalent SAQA approved qualification + 2 years related experience.
• SAQA accredited Certificate/ Diploma in administrative field is advantageous.
• Proven proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Acrobat Is essential.

COMPETENCIES

• Comply with Lesedi Quality Management System.
• Work methodically with attention to detail.
• Respect deadlines and milestones.
• Act honestly, integrity and responsibility always.
• Independently initiate activities through self-motivation and assist others during quiet periods.
• Inform FAM If not having enough workloads for effective/productive time usage.
• Provide regular and accurate feedback on progress and issues.
• Perform professionally always - internal, external (Client, suppliers and partners).
• Compliance with general HR rules - time booking, leave booking, time keeping and affective time usage, etc.

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Job Purpose

The Construction Leader is ultimately responsible for the successful technical execution of the project.

Key Tasks:

• Provide construction input during Engineering Phase.
• Compile/review/approve SIDs and other project documentation as authorised.
• Provide input for planning & scheduling functions – schedule, PTWs & SAP orders.
• Utilise DR & CN process for any changes required to the approved SIDs & design.
• Obtain materials required for implementation.
• Receipt inspection (with QC), organising of storage and transmittal of materials & tools.
• Provide technical leadership to the Supervisor and the rest of the project team for execution phase.
• Cover section 8.2 responsibilities of Construction Regulations.
• Take out PTWs & SFTs when required.
• Promote safe work practices and quality work always.
• Perform on site job observations when required.
• Performs Pre-CSC & CSC inspections.
• Obtain legal certification (COCs, etc.).
• T&C input during engineering phase.
• Compiles Test Procedures.
• Provide input for planning functions w.r.t T&C – schedules, SFT & SAP orders.
• Obtain required Measuring and Test Equipment (M&TE).
• Take out Sanctions for Test (SFTs).
• Performs Testing and/or Commissioning.
• Technical closing out of project, EIR compilation, record keeping & EIR handover.
• Obtain Return to Service certification.
• Tracking progress to ensures delivery within the stipulated timeframe.
• Informs the PM when becoming aware of any issue which may constitute an Early Warning or Compensation Event.
• Assist the PM with scope control.
• Any other general action required by the FAM for the benefit of the department or PM of the project to the benefit of the project.

Qualifications:

• Artisan / Technician (National Certificate) + 8 years related experience OR
• Technician (Engineering diploma - ND) + 5 years related experience OR
• Technologist (Technical engineering degree or HND) + 3 years related experience OR
• Engineer (B. Sc. Engineering degree) + 2 years related experience.
• Experience in the nuclear field is advantageous.

Knowledge:

• Good technical knowledge from engineering field.
• Knowledge of nuclear systems.

Skills:

• Assertiveness.
• Ability to organise and get things to happen.
• Follow SIDs (respect Hold & Witness points, use DR process for deviations, no work without approved paperwork, etc.).
• Foresight and anticipation of future activities.

Behaviours/Personal Attributes:

• Demonstrate conformance to the safety culture (questioning attitude, report near misses or risky situations, suggest improvements, etc.).
• Comply with the Lesedi Quality Management System.
• Demonstrate a cooperative attitude working in a team environment and respect colleagues.
• Act in the interest of the company.
• Work methodically with attention to detail.
• Respect deadlines and milestones.
• Act with honesty and integrity always.
• Demonstrate reliability.
• Independently initiate activities through self-motivation and assist others during quiet periods.
• Inform FAM if not having enough workload for effective/productive time usage.
• Provide regular and accurate feedback on progress and issues.
• Perform professionally always – internal, external (Client, suppliers & partners).
• Perform the duties listed in the Personal Authorisation form (F-TP-012) as authorised.
• Comply with general HR rules – time booking, leave booking, time keeping, effective time usage, etc