Contractor Planning Analyst (4 months Fixed Term Contract)

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Kathu; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Part time

Job summary

Anglo American is seeking a Contractor Planning Analyst for a 4-month fixed-term contract in Kathu, Northern Cape. The role focuses on planning and executing contracts on time, implementing CPM, and ensuring sustainable contractor performance management within the CPM department.

Responsibilities include scope of work preparation, CPM scheduling, tender support, performance tracking, and post-contract feedback.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Certificate is required.
• Higher National Certificate in Supply Chain Management or Safety Management (NQF5).
• National Diploma in Supply Chain Management (NQF6) is preferred or equivalent.
• SA Driver's Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Safety, Health, and Environment: ensure zero harm and safety of self and others; participate in risk assessments and safety actions.
• Scope of Work Preparation: advise originators on SoW and translate into CPM milestones.
• Proposal and Schedule Review: review bidder proposals for CPM and SoW alignment; report concerns to SMEs.
• Tendering and Planning Support: support tendering; develop and assess contract plan with resources and SoW.
• Performance Analysis: identify risks, track KPIs, monitor SoW schedule; recommend corrective actions.
• Project Execution and Feedback: participate in kick-off, mobilization, and post-contract reviews; capture lessons learned.
• Change Management: assess schedule changes and propose adjustments to contract plan to minimize disruption.
• Documentation Management: maintain planning docs and participate in process improvements.

Skills

SoW planning

Contractor management systems

CPM frameworks

KPI tracking

Education

Grade 12 Certificate

Higher National Certificate in Supply Chain Management/Safety Management (NQF5)

National Diploma in Supply Chain Management (NQF6) preferred

Job description

Contractor Planning Analyst (4 months Fixed Term Contract)

• Contract

We have an exciting opportunity forContractor Planning Analyst (4 months Fixed Term Contract). The purpose of this role is to support the site in planning and executing contracts on time, while ensuring effective implementation of CPM and sustainable contractor performance management.

We’re the best in the industry.

You’ll make us better.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Rosebank, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

As Contractor Planning Analyst (4 months Fixed Term Contract) your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safety, Health, and Environment:

• Consistently apply Safety and health principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for the safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
• Active participation in SLAMs, HPHs, relevant Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.

Scope of Work Preparation:

• Advise Request Originators on preparing the Scope of Work (SoW), focusing on planning and scheduling requirements.
• Translate the finalised SoW into precise planning and scheduling milestones for Contractor Performance Management (CPM) activities.

Proposal and Schedule Review:

• Review technical proposals and schedules submitted by bidders to ensure they are achievable within the agreed CPM standards and SoW requirements.
• Identify and report any concerns or discrepancies to Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and the Company

Tendering and Planning Support:

• Tender Process Support: Provide specialist insights and conduct site visits to assist in the tendering process.
• Develop and assess the contract plan in alignment with the Contractor’s work plan, available resources, and required SoW to ensure agreement compliance.

Performance Analysis:

• Contribute to project effectiveness by identifying risks, defining critical tasks, and tracking performance targets.
• Monitor and report on compliance with the SoW schedule, recommending corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure effective performance tracking and provide specialist support in managing contractual Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Project Execution and Feedback:

• Actively participate in kick‑off meetings, mobilisation efforts, and the approval of work activities.
• Offer advice on setting value delivery targets, tracking progress, and developing initiatives during the pre-execution phases of the CPM process.
• Provide valuable feedback during post-contract reviews at the close‑out stages, capturing lessons learned to inform future projects.

Change Management:

• Assess schedule changes and provide recommendations for adjustments to the contract plan, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines.

Documentation Management:

• Maintain accurate documentation of planning processes, changes, and decisions for future reference and compliance purposes.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance contract planning processes and overall project delivery effectiveness.

This role is in Contractor Performance Management (CPM) department on a Band 7 (C-Upper) level reporting to the Contractor Management Advisor.

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Higher National Certificate in Supply Chain Management/Safety Management on NQF5
• National Diploma in Supply Chain Management (NQF6) is preferred or equivalent
• SA Drivers Licence

Technical Knowledge

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in a mining operational environment.
• Understanding of SoW preparation, planning, and scheduling.
• Experience in Contractor Management Systems.
• Knowledge of CPM frameworks, KPI management, and milestones tracking.
• Ability to assess technical feasibility, project timelines, and compliance with the SoW.
• Familiarity with tender procedures, site visit protocols, and contract compliance.
• Expertise in identifying risks, critical path analysis, and recommending corrective measures.
• Understanding contract modifications, their impact on schedules, and resource allocation adjustments.
• Knowledge of maintaining and managing project-related documentation and changes.

Who we are?

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine.

We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.