Jobs at Marvel Placement Consultant

Document Controller / Project Administrator

• Our client, a leading organisation within the mining sector, is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Document Controller / Project Administrator to join their project team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing project documentation, maintaining accurate records, coordinating administrative activities, and ensuring that project information is controlled and distributed in accordance with company procedures. This position will be located in Brakpan, Gauteng.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• Qualification in Administration, Project Management, or a related field will be advantageous.
• Previous experience as a Document Controller, Project Administrator, Site Administrator, or similar role.
• Experience within the mining, engineering, construction, or project environment is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong document management and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and manage project documentation and records.
• Ensure all project documents are accurately filed, tracked, and updated.
• Control document revisions and distribution to relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare reports, registers, meeting minutes, and project correspondence.
• Assist with project administration, scheduling, and coordination activities.
• Support project managers and site teams with administrative requirements.
• Ensure compliance with document control procedures and quality standards.
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and internal departments regarding documentation requirements.

Closing Date: 2026-09-24

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C&I Technician / Senior C&I Technician – Underground Mining

• Our client, a leading underground mining operation based in Mooinooi, North West, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Technician to join their engineering team.
• This role is suited to a technically strong individual with proven underground mining experience, who is hands-on and experienced in maintenance, fault-finding, commissioning and troubleshooting of instrumentation, PLC and SCADA systems.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric
• N4 Certificate or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation or Control Systems
• Trade Test in Instrumentation, Electrical or a related field
• Minimum 5 years' hands-on C&I experience within a mining or heavy industrial environment
• Proven underground mining experience essential
• Strong practical experience with process-related instrumentation, PLCs, SCADA systems and industrial process control
• Experience in maintenance, fault-finding, calibration, repairs and commissioning
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and instrumentation drawings
• Knowledge of project management principles
• Experience implementing engineering changes and commissioning equipment
• Knowledge of MHSA, SHEQ and mining safety requirements
• Computer literate
• Medically fit to work underground
• ECSA registration as a Technician or Technologist would be advantageous

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, installation and repairs on process-related instrumentation and control systems
• Conduct fault-finding and diagnostics on PLC, SCADA and related control equipment
• Calibrate, test and commission instrumentation and control equipment
• Maintain and troubleshoot underground process-related systems, including pumps, conveyors, ventilation and monitoring systems
• Implement engineering changes and assist with equipment modifications and improvements
• Assist with the planning and execution of engineering and improvement projects
• Apply project management principles when assisting with engineering projects
• Complete preventative and planned maintenance activities
• Assist with shutdowns, breakdowns and improvement projects
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications and instrumentation documentation
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports
• Ensure maximum equipment reliability and availability
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, procedures and applicable mining regulations
• Liaise with engineering and production teams to minimise downtime and improve equipment reliability

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting ability
• Practical, hands-on approach
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation, PLC and SCADA systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of an engineering team
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in an underground mining environment

Closing Date: 2026-09-27

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Senior Project Planner – Underground Mining

• A leading mining and engineering company based in Heidelberg, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Planner to join its project team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the planning and scheduling function across complex mining, engineering, construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring that project programmes, resources, milestones and deliverables are effectively managed and projects are delivered within the required timeframes.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Construction Management, Civil or Structural Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Project Management or a related built-environment discipline.
• 6–10 years' progressive experience in project planning and scheduling, with at least 3 years' experience in a Senior or Lead Planner role.
• Experience working on complex, high-value projects, preferably projects exceeding R100 million in construction value.
• Expert proficiency in Primavera P6, including advanced scheduling, resource levelling and cost-loaded schedule management.
• Strong understanding of project planning, scheduling and project controls.
• Experience developing and maintaining integrated master schedules covering engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and close-out activities.
• Experience with resource-loaded and cost-loaded project schedules.
• Strong knowledge of critical path analysis, schedule risk, programme recovery and progress tracking.
• Demonstrated experience with delay analysis, including TIA, IAP, CAB, APAB and Windows Analysis.
• Experience with Extension of Time (EOT) claims and programme-related contractual matters.
• Thorough knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and project controls.
• Knowledge of programme and contractual requirements under at least two standard forms of contract, such as NEC3/4, FIDIC, JBCC or GCC.
• Experience managing and integrating multi-discipline and multi-contractor programmes.
• Proven experience leading, supervising and mentoring junior and intermediate planners.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Willingness to travel to and work at project sites nationally and regionally.

Advantageous:

• AACE International Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification.
• PMI-SP or PMP certification.
• CIOB-accredited qualification or MCIOB membership.
• Experience as a planning expert witness or programme evidence provider in adjudication or arbitration proceedings.
• Experience with Primavera Risk Analysis, @Risk or Oracle Crystal Ball, including Monte Carlo simulation.
• Experience with 4D BIM scheduling tools and integrated BIM/planning workflows.
• International or multi-jurisdictional project experience, including FIDIC contract environments.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and scheduling function across assigned projects.
• Develop, implement and maintain integrated project programmes and master schedules.
• Develop schedules covering engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and close-out activities.
• Develop and maintain resource-loaded and cost-loaded schedules.
• Update and maintain project programmes using Primavera P6.
• Monitor actual project progress against approved baselines and identify schedule deviations, delays and critical path impacts.
• Perform critical path analysis and provide recommendations for programme recovery.
• Prepare and maintain short-, medium- and long-term project schedules.
• Track project milestones, key deliverables and contractual deadlines.
• Monitor labour, equipment, materials and subcontractor requirements against project programmes.
• Integrate schedules across multiple disciplines, contractors and project interfaces.
• Review and monitor contractor, subcontractor and supplier programmes.
• Compile weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards and schedule updates.
• Monitor and report on project controls and Earned Value Management (EVM) performance.
• Identify potential schedule risks and assist with the development of mitigation and recovery plans.
• Conduct and prepare delay analyses using recognised methodologies such as TIA, IAP, CAB, APAB and Windows Analysis.
• Assist with the preparation and management of EOT and prolongation claims.
• Review contractor and subcontractor programmes and time-related claims.
• Ensure compliance with contractual programme obligations under relevant contract forms.
• Coordinate planning information with Project Managers, Engineers, Commercial Teams, Procurement, Contractors and other stakeholders.
• Develop and manage integrated procurement and design schedules, including long-lead items and key approval milestones.
• Lead, mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and intermediate planners.
• Conduct schedule reviews, programme audits and quality checks.
• Attend and lead project planning, progress and schedule alignment meetings.
• Provide management with advice on schedule risk, critical path exposure, programme recovery and forecast completion dates.
• Maintain accurate project planning documentation, progress records and schedule reports.
• Assist with project controls, progress measurement and performance reporting.
• Provide planning support for tenders, fee proposals and business development activities where required.
• Ensure project schedules remain aligned with project objectives, contractual obligations and client requirements.
• Maintain compliance with company procedures and relevant industry standards.
• Perform any additional planning and project control duties as required by Management.

Closing Date: 2026-09-27