Job Vacancies at Marvel Placement Consultant

Construction Supervisor – Electrical (Mining)

• One of our clients, a leading international mining organisation focused on the safe, responsible and sustainable development of its mining operations, is seeking an experienced Construction Supervisor – Electrical to join their project team.
• The position will be based at a major mining project in Postmasburg, Northern Cape, and will be responsible for providing visible frontline leadership and day-to-day supervision of electrical construction activities, including substations, power distribution systems and overhead power lines.
• The successful candidate will oversee contractor execution, ensure compliance with approved drawings and specifications, monitor SHE, quality, productivity and progress, and support testing, energisation, completion and handover activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma, National N Diploma, Trade Test or recognised technical qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related electrical discipline.
• Minimum 8 years' relevant electrical construction experience within mining, infrastructure or heavy industrial projects.
• Proven site supervision experience within electrical construction environments.
• Demonstrated experience supervising substations, power distribution systems and overhead power lines.
• Experience with OHL foundations, tower/pole erection, conductor and earth-wire stringing, sagging, jointing, earthing, testing and energisation.
• Strong knowledge of electrical construction methods, workfront preparation and contractor supervision.
• Experience interpreting electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, OHL route profiles, structure schedules, foundation details and stringing charts.
• Knowledge of electrical construction planning, inspection, testing, commissioning and completion processes.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety, working at height, lifting, stringing, earthing, isolation and energisation controls.
• Knowledge of applicable South African mining, electrical, construction and environmental legislation.
• Experience working within an owner-team, EPCM or principal-contractor environment will be advantageous.
• Previous experience on mining infrastructure, iron ore, process plant, materials handling or heavy industrial projects will be advantageous.
• Professional registration with ECSA, SACPCMP or an equivalent recognised body will be advantageous.
• Formal qualification in Project Management or Construction Management will be advantageous.
• Valid South African driver's licence.
• Valid medical fitness certificate for mine and construction-site access.
• Relevant legal appointment or competency certification, where required.
• Proficient in MS Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving and contractor-management skills.
• Willingness to work on a construction roster and remain site-based for the duration of the project.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Electrical & OHL Construction Supervision

• Supervise daily electrical and overhead power line construction activities.
• Coordinate contractor crews, specialist plant, materials, access, outages and workfront interfaces.
• Review electrical and OHL work packs, drawings, route profiles, structure schedules, foundation details, stringing charts, method statements and inspection and test plans.
• Verify electrical and OHL workfront readiness before construction activities commence.
• Monitor tower and pole erection, conductor and earth-wire stringing, sagging, jointing, terminations, earthing and testing.
• Ensure installations comply with approved designs, specifications, statutory requirements and manufacturer requirements.
• Monitor installed quantities, productivity and progress against approved schedules.
• Participate in constructability reviews and identify practical execution constraints and improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate interfaces between OHL, civil foundations, substations, protection, telecommunications, roads, rail, operations and third-party services.

SHE & Quality

• Ensure all electrical and OHL activities comply with applicable SHE requirements, legislation and approved controls.
• Stop unsafe or non-compliant work and escalate critical risks.
• Lead and participate in pre-starts, toolbox talks, risk assessments and critical-control checks.
• Verify compliance with approved method statements, permits, isolation procedures, earthing arrangements, lifting plans and rescue plans.
• Maintain effective housekeeping, barricading, exclusion zones and access controls.
• Identify and control hazards associated with live-system interfaces, induced voltages, working at height, lifting, stringing and crossings.
• Witness inspections and testing and ensure quality requirements are met.
• Support punch-list close-out, completion, testing, commissioning and handover activities.

Contractor & Workfront Management

• Support contractor mobilisation, induction and workfront readiness.
• Monitor contractor labour, plant, productivity, quality and progress.
• Address field deviations, underperformance and non-compliance promptly.
• Serve as the day-to-day owner-team field interface for electrical and OHL contractors.
• Measure and verify completed work and installed quantities.
• Maintain accurate daily diaries, progress records, structure registers, drum schedules, sagging records, test sheets, redlines, photographs and completion documentation.
• Support contract administration and minimise the risk of claims and rework.

Planning, Reporting & Risk Management

• Contribute to daily and weekly work planning, look-ahead schedules, stringing plans, outage plans and workfront readiness reviews.
• Identify construction risks relating to live-line proximity, induced voltages, working at height, lifting, road/rail crossings, weather, wildfire, access and public interfaces.
• Monitor weather, lightning, fire conditions, ground conditions, access and outages affecting construction activities.
• Prepare daily and weekly progress reports covering safety, quantities, productivity, quality, outages, constraints and corrective actions.
• Provide accurate progress and quantity information to project controls.
• Participate in route walkdowns, crossing reviews, pre-energisation inspections, punch-list and completion reviews.

Stakeholder & Project Coordination

• Coordinate electrical and OHL activities with engineering, survey, SHE, quality, project controls, operations and environmental teams.
• Facilitate the resolution of technical queries, access constraints, crossings, outages and construction interfaces.
• Maintain effective relationships with contractors, consultants, suppliers, regulatory authorities and other stakeholders.
• Provide field input into testing, commissioning, energisation and operational-readiness activities.
• Support the Construction Manager and Project Manager in managing construction risks, constraints, quality and delivery.

Closing Date: 7 Oct 2026

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Construction Supervisor – Civil (Mining)

• Our client, a leading international mining organisation committed to responsible mining, operational excellence and sustainable project development, is seeking an experienced Construction Supervisor – Civil to join their project team.
• The position will be based at a major mining project in Postmasburg, Northern Cape, where the successful candidate will provide frontline leadership and day-to-day supervision of civil construction activities.
• The role will be responsible for overseeing civil contractors and subcontractors, ensuring safe and productive execution, monitoring quality and progress, verifying quantities and supporting the successful completion and handover of civil works.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma, National N Diploma or recognised technical qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related civil construction discipline.
• Minimum 8 years' relevant civil construction experience within mining, infrastructure or heavy industrial projects.
• Proven site supervision experience.
• Demonstrated experience supervising earthworks, concrete, roads, drainage, buried services and associated civil works.
• Strong knowledge of civil construction methods, workfront preparation and contractor supervision.
• Experience interpreting civil issued-for-construction drawings, specifications, survey information, work packs and method statements.
• Experience with civil inspections, testing, quality control, non-conformance close-out and completion management.
• Strong understanding of earthworks, excavations, layerworks, concrete, reinforcement, formwork, roads, drainage, buried services and civil interfaces.
• Knowledge of construction planning, quantity measurement, productivity monitoring and progress reporting.
• Knowledge of applicable South African mining, construction, occupational health and safety and environmental legislation.
• Experience working within an owner-team, EPCM or principal-contractor environment will be advantageous.
• Previous experience on iron ore, mining infrastructure, process plant, bulk earthworks or materials-handling projects will be advantageous.
• Bachelor's degree or BTech in Civil Engineering or Construction Management will be advantageous.
• Professional registration with ECSA, SACPCMP or an equivalent recognised body will be advantageous.
• Training in construction supervision, quality control or contract administration will be advantageous.
• Valid South African driver's licence.
• Valid medical fitness certificate for mine and construction-site access.
• Relevant legal appointment or competency certification, where required.
• Additional training in Construction Regulations, excavation safety, temporary works, concrete technology or quality control will be advantageous.
• Proficient in MS Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving and contractor-management skills.
• Willingness to work on a construction roster and remain site-based for the duration of the project.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Civil Construction Supervision & Quality Assurance

• Supervise daily civil construction activities and coordinate contractor crews, plant, materials, access and interfaces.
• Review civil work packs, drawings, method statements, temporary works, survey information and inspection and test plans.
• Verify workfront readiness, including approved drawings, setting-out, materials, plant, access, permits, services and interface clearances.
• Monitor civil construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, tolerances and standards.
• Conduct and witness inspections and testing and ensure hold and witness points are appropriately managed.
• Monitor civil quantities, productivity and progress against approved plans.
• Provide field input into constructability reviews and identify practical execution constraints.
• Coordinate civil workfronts and interfaces with structural, mechanical, electrical, piping, mining and operational activities.

SHE & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure all civil construction activities comply with applicable SHE requirements, legislation and approved controls.
• Stop unsafe or non-compliant work and escalate critical risks.
• Lead and participate in pre-starts, toolbox talks, risk assessments, critical-control verification and safety inspections.
• Verify contractor compliance with approved method statements, permits and task-specific controls.
• Maintain effective housekeeping, barricading, access and excavation protection.
• Identify and manage risks associated with excavations, earthworks, concrete, roads, drainage, services, temporary works and ground conditions.
• Ensure environmental controls relating to clearing, topsoil, erosion, dust, water, waste, spills and rehabilitation are maintained.

Contractor & Workfront Management

• Support civil contractor mobilisation, induction, workfront allocation and readiness verification.
• Monitor contractor labour, plant, quantities, productivity, quality and progress.
• Address field deviations, underperformance and non-compliance promptly.
• Act as the day-to-day owner-team field interface for civil contractors and subcontractors.
• Measure and verify installed civil quantities and completed works.
• Maintain accurate site records supporting contract administration and claims avoidance.
• Maintain daily diaries, manpower and plant records, progress quantities, photographs, redlines, quality records and completion evidence.

Planning, Reporting & Risk Management

• Contribute to daily and weekly civil work planning, look-ahead schedules and workfront readiness reviews.
• Identify civil construction risks and implement agreed mitigation measures.
• Monitor weather, access, ground conditions, water management and other conditions affecting civil activities.
• Identify productivity, progress and quality variances and contribute to root-cause analysis.
• Implement agreed corrective actions and recovery measures.
• Prepare concise daily and weekly reports covering safety, labour, plant, progress, quantities, quality, constraints and actions.
• Provide accurate civil progress, quantity and productivity information to project controls.
• Participate in constructability reviews, readiness reviews, site walkdowns, punch-list inspections and completion reviews.

Quantity, Scope & Change Management

• Monitor contractor scope and field conditions to prevent unauthorised work, rework and scope growth.
• Support the breakdown of civil scope into measurable work packages and control accounts.
• Verify alignment between drawings, schedules, installed quantities and progress records.
• Identify potential changes and maintain proper field-change control.
• Provide field information for change requests and assess potential safety, quality and schedule impacts.
• Support construction cost control through accurate quantity verification, productivity monitoring and change management.

Stakeholder & Project Coordination

• Coordinate civil execution with engineering, survey, quality, SHE, project controls, operations readiness and environmental teams.
• Facilitate the resolution of technical queries, construction constraints and interface issues.
• Coordinate the availability, receipt, inspection, storage and use of civil materials, precast items and embedded components.
• Maintain effective relationships with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
• Provide relevant construction information and field support to stakeholders.
• Support the Construction Manager and Project Manager in managing civil construction risks, constraints, quality and delivery.
• Provide field input into engineering, completions, commissioning and operational-readiness activities.

Closing Date: 7 Oct 2026

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Construction Manager – Mining Projects

• A leading mining and engineering company is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join its project team on a major mining project based in Postmasburg, Northern Cape.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing construction planning, execution, quality, contractors and site activities, ensuring the project is delivered safely, within the approved scope, schedule, quality and cost requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Construction Management, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Mining Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years’ relevant construction experience, preferably within mining or heavy industrial projects.
• Significant experience in site leadership and multidisciplinary construction management.
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary contractors through construction, completion and handover.
• Strong experience in construction planning, mobilisation, site establishment and execution.
• Experience with contractor, subcontractor and site-interface management.
• Strong understanding of construction quality assurance, completion management and commissioning interfaces.
• Knowledge of project controls, construction schedules, progress measurement, cost control and change management.
• Experience working within an owner-team or EPCM environment.
• Knowledge of South African mining, construction, occupational health and safety and environmental requirements.
• Ability to interpret issued-for-construction drawings, specifications, models, work packs and method statements.
• Strong multidisciplinary construction knowledge across civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical and instrumentation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, contractors and competing priorities.
• Valid South African driver’s licence.
• Valid medical fitness certificate for mine and construction-site access.
• Willingness to work on a construction-site roster and maintain a strong site presence.

Advantageous:

• Postgraduate qualification in Construction Management or Project Management.
• Professional registration with ECSA, SACPCMP or an equivalent recognised professional body.
• Previous owner-team construction management
• Experience on iron ore, mining infrastructure, materials handling or process plant projects.
• Formal qualification in Project Management or Contract Management.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Construction safety, lifting or contract management certification.
• Experience with open-pit mining infrastructure and large-scale multidisciplinary projects.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee construction execution across the assigned mining project.
• Develop and maintain the Construction Management Plan, site establishment plan and integrated construction schedule.
• Coordinate contractors, subcontractors, engineering teams, project controls, procurement, operations and other project stakeholders.
• Ensure construction activities are executed safely and in accordance with approved designs, specifications, quality requirements and statutory standards.
• Review work packs, method statements, lift plans, temporary works and inspection and test plans prior to execution.
• Verify construction readiness, including materials, access, permits, resources, drawings and interface clearances.
• Lead constructability reviews and ensure practical, safe and cost-effective construction methods.
• Establish and maintain appropriate quality, inspection, testing, completion and handover requirements.
• Monitor physical progress, productivity, schedule and cost performance, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions.
• Manage contractor performance, ensuring compliance with contracts, schedules, quality requirements, safety standards and project objectives.
• Monitor contractor resources, productivity, progress and performance against the approved programme and budget.
• Review and validate contractor progress claims, measured quantities and payment recommendations.
• Support contract administration, change management, claims avoidance and commercial risk management.
• Monitor construction scope and field conditions to prevent unauthorised scope growth, rework and cost overruns.
• Review construction changes and assess their safety, scope, quality, cost and schedule impacts.
• Identify construction risks relating to work methods, interfaces, temporary works, logistics, site conditions and contractor performance.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation, corrective and schedule recovery actions.
• Ensure accurate and auditable construction records, daily reports, quality documentation, redlines and completion documentation.
• Coordinate with Project Controls to manage critical-path activities, constraints, productivity, forecasts and recovery plans.
• Coordinate with procurement and contracts teams regarding materials, vendor information, logistics and contractual requirements.
• Provide construction support to engineering, commissioning and operational readiness
• Prepare and present regular reports covering safety, progress, productivity, quality, cost, schedule, risks and key decisions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable South African mining, environmental, occupational health and safety and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and participate in site safety inspections, risk assessments, critical-control verification and close-out of safety actions.
• Maintain strong relationships with contractors, consultants, suppliers, regulatory authorities, operations and community stakeholders.
• Lead, coach and develop construction supervisors, package managers and contractor teams.
• Challenge contractor performance constructively and drive accountability and continuous improvement.
• Provide management with clear advice on construction risks, progress, constraints, performance and recovery requirements.
• Ensure construction activities remain aligned with project objectives, contractual obligations and client requirements.
• Perform any additional construction management duties as required by Management.

Closing Date: 7 Oct 2026

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Debtors Administrator – Finance

• One of our clients within the commercial printing and services industry is seeking an experienced Debtors Administrator to join their finance team. The position will be based in Wynberg, Johannesburg and will be responsible for managing debtor accounts, following up on outstanding payments, maintaining accurate financial records and supporting effective cash-flow management.
• The successful candidate will be highly organised, detail-oriented and confident in communicating with customers regarding outstanding accounts and payment arrangements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years' relevant experience as a Debtors Administrator, Creditors/Debtors Clerk or similar finance role.
• Proven experience managing debtor accounts and outstanding balances.
• Strong knowledge of debt collection procedures, account reconciliations and payment follow-ups.
• Experience with age analysis and monitoring outstanding accounts.
• Ability to contact customers regarding overdue accounts and negotiate suitable payment arrangements where required.
• Experience identifying and resolving account discrepancies and payment queries.
• Strong numerical and administrative skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience working on accounting or ERP systems such as SAP, Pastel, QuickBooks or similar.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A relevant qualification in Finance, Accounting, Bookkeeping or a related field will be advantageous.
• Previous experience within the printing, manufacturing, commercial services or a similar industry will be advantageous.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Debtors Administration & Account Management

• Manage and maintain an assigned portfolio of debtor accounts, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
• Monitor outstanding balances and ensure accounts are followed up within agreed payment terms.
• Conduct regular age analysis and identify overdue and high-risk accounts.
• Allocate and accurately capture customer payments against the relevant accounts.
• Reconcile debtor accounts and investigate outstanding balances, discrepancies and unidentified payments.
• Maintain accurate records of all customer communication, payment arrangements and collection activities.
• Ensure all debtor-related documentation is properly maintained and filed.

Collections & Customer Liaison

• Contact customers regarding outstanding and overdue accounts.
• Follow up consistently on promised payments and ensure payment commitments are honoured.
• Negotiate appropriate payment arrangements with customers where required.
• Escalate long-outstanding or problematic accounts to management when necessary.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with customers while ensuring effective debt collection.
• Respond to and resolve customer queries relating to invoices, payments and account balances.

Reconciliations & Financial Administration

• Perform regular debtor reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Assist with resolving invoice, payment and account-related discrepancies.
• Ensure payments are correctly allocated and accurately reflected on customer accounts.
• Assist with the preparation of debtors reports, age analysis and collection reports.
• Monitor customer accounts against agreed credit terms and payment conditions.
• Provide accurate information to management regarding outstanding accounts and collection progress.

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and distribute regular reports relating to outstanding debt, ageing, collections and payment trends.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date debtor records for reporting and audit purposes.
• Ensure all collection activities are conducted in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Identify potential collection risks and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Assist with maintaining efficient internal controls and procedures relating to debtor management.

Team & Administrative Support

• Liaise with internal departments to resolve customer account queries and discrepancies.
• Work closely with the finance team to ensure accurate and efficient debtor administration.
• Assist with general finance and administrative duties as required.
• Contribute to improving collection processes and debtor account management procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling customer and financial information.

Closing Date: 9 Oct 2026

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Debtors Administrator

• Our client, a well-established organisation based in Pretoria, is seeking a reliable and experienced Debtors Administrator to manage and maintain the company's client accounts.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for daily cashbook capturing and balancing, invoicing, account statements, and debtor collections. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative and numerical skills, be highly computer literate, and have the ability to build and maintain professional client relationships.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12 (essential)
• Previous debtors administration / accounts receivable experience.
• Practical experience with Pastel (essential).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong numerical and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to follow up professionally and consistently on outstanding accounts.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Capture and balance the cashbook on a daily basis.
• Prepare and process customer invoices accurately and timeously.
• Prepare and distribute monthly statements to clients on a weekly basis.
• Monitor outstanding client accounts and maintain accurate debtor records.
• Contact debtors regarding outstanding and overdue payments.
• Follow up on outstanding accounts via telephone and email.
• Record and monitor payment arrangements and follow-ups.
• Assist with resolving client account queries and discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client account information.
• Build and maintain professional and positive relationships with clients.
• Provide professional and efficient customer service when dealing with account-related queries.
• Ensure all debtor-related administration is completed accurately and within required deadlines.
• Perform general administrative and financial duties as required.

Closing Date: 9 Oct 2026

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Data Clerk / Billing & Accounts Administrator

• We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Data Clerk / Billing & Accounts Administrator to join a professional services firm based in Faerie Glen, Pretoria.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for accurate data capturing, client billing, invoicing, debtor follow-ups, reconciliations, and general financial administration.
• This position is suited to an experienced administrator with strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail rather than a formally qualified accountant.
• The organisation is open to half-day or full-day appointments, as well as permanent, contract, or temporary employment options.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12 (essential)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in data capturing, billing, debtors, accounts administration, or a similar administrative role.
• Previous experience in a law firm or professional-services environment would be advantageous.
• Proven experience with invoicing, billing, debtor follow-ups, and payment allocations.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Good computer literacy and fast, accurate data-capturing skills.
• Experience working with accounting, practice-management, or CRM software.
• Experience with PM Pro would be advantageous.
• Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional telephone etiquette and client service skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Accurately capture client, matter, financial, and other relevant information onto the firm's systems.
• Open, update, and maintain accurate client and matter files.
• Capture and allocate payments received to the correct client accounts.
• Maintain accurate electronic records, spreadsheets, databases, and internal reports.
• Prepare and draft client invoices and statements using information provided by attorneys and fee earners.
• Check invoices for accuracy, including client details, matter information, descriptions, and amounts, before submission.
• Send invoices and statements to clients and maintain accurate records of invoices issued and payments received.
• Monitor outstanding client accounts and conduct regular debtor follow-ups via telephone and email.
• Record payment arrangements, follow-ups, and confirmations accurately.
• Escalate long-outstanding or problematic accounts to management.
• Assist with monthly billing processes and ensure billing deadlines are met.
• Identify billing discrepancies, errors, omissions, and irregularities and bring these to management's attention.
• Assist attorneys with queries relating to billing, payments, and outstanding accounts.
• Assist with reconciliations between the firm's billing system and accounting records.
• Check receipts and proof of payment and ensure transactions are accurately recorded.
• Assist the accountant/bookkeeper with financial administration where required.
• Prepare basic financial, debtor, billing, and payment reports for management.
• Maintain accurate debtor lists and monitor outstanding balances.
• Perform data verification and quality-control checks to ensure information is accurate and up to date.
• Maintain Excel spreadsheets and produce ad-hoc reports as required.
• Provide general administrative support to management and attorneys.
• Respond professionally to routine client account queries and assist with account-related correspondence.
• Maintain confidential electronic and physical records.
• Assist with document preparation, scanning, filing, and general office administration.
• Coordinate information between attorneys, clients, and the accounts function.
• Perform other reasonable administrative duties as required.

Closing Date: 9 Oct 2026