Africa Projects Ops Readiness & Major Shutdown Lead

Glencore; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Johannesburg is seeking a Projects Operational Readiness & Major Plant Shutdown Manager for Africa. The role requires expertise in overseeing operational readiness and managing major shutdowns across capital projects, ensuring efficient and safe operations. Candidates should have over 15 years of experience in project management within the mining and metals industry, along with a relevant degree and professional certification. This position involves frequent travel to DRC project sites.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Project Management and Major Shutdown Management.
• Proven capability in leading complex brownfield shutdowns and multi-disciplinary execution teams.
• Excellent leadership and contractor management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Operational Readiness across multiple capital projects.
• Provide oversight and leadership for major shutdown projects.
• Prepare and manage OPR and major shutdown cost estimates.

Skills

Project Management

Operational Readiness

Engineering Standards

Shutdown Methodologies

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or Business

Professional certification (e.g., PMI PMP)

Job description

A leading mining company in Johannesburg is seeking a Projects Operational Readiness & Major Plant Shutdown Manager for Africa. The role requires expertise in overseeing operational readiness and managing major shutdowns across capital projects, ensuring efficient and safe operations. Candidates should have over 15 years of experience in project management within the mining and metals industry, along with a relevant degree and professional certification. This position involves frequent travel to DRC project sites.