Intermediate Planner

Rula Bulk Materials Handling (Pty) Ltd; Kathu; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bulk materials handling company is seeking an Intermediate Planner to join its project team in Kathu, Northern Cape. The role requires a minimum of 5 years in on-site project planning and offers a dynamic environment where you will develop and monitor project schedules alongside various teams. Candidates must be willing to relocate, and a competitive package is on offer.

Benefits

Work alongside & learn from best in class talent

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in on site project planning.
• Solid understanding of the project lifecycle and scheduling principles.
• Experience with structural, mechanical, civil works, and piping.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align deliverables and timelines.
• Conduct delay and claim analysis.

Skills

Project scheduling

Communication

Analytical skills

Understanding of project lifecycle

Education

Qualification in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or Planning

Tools

Primavera P6

Oracle Aconex

Job description

Optimisation, Innovation and Excellence are the three words which most immediately characterise RULA Bulk Materials Handling (Pty) Ltd. We are an intensely entrepreneurially driven organisation. Established in South Africa since 1970 and locally owned since 2001, we have become a major player in the bulk materials handling sector for both pneumatic and mechanical solutions. RULA Bulk Materials Handling (Pty) Ltd offers turnkey bulk materials handling solutions from concept design to commissioning and hand over. The cornerstones of our business are Projects, Professional Services, and In-house Products. We are a turnkey bulk materials handling project specialist. We develop projects for our clients from concept stage through to commissioning, and beyond to operation and maintenance. We embrace difficult challenges and strive to find solutions where others flounder. We rely on the diverse skill-set of our people to achieve our clients’ goals. Our in-house skills include all engineering disciplines and project resources. Our competitive advantage lies in our wide in-house scope, meaning minimal reliance on subcontractors, quick response times, and effective feedback on our designs.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Intermediate Planner to join our project team Rula-Solvocore JV in Kathu.

Location : Kathu, Northern Cape (Relocation required – accommodation will be arranged) Duration : 12 months (LDC)

Availability : 1 October 2025

Why Join Us?

This is a great opportunity to become part of a dynamic, problem-solving team with a clear vision to succeed. You’ll be working on a high-impact project, with exposure to multidisciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop, monitor, and update project schedules using Primavera P6
• Assist with detailed project planning, progress tracking, and forecasting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align deliverables and timelines
• Generate progress reports and highlight critical path activities
• Ensure effective communication with clients and internal stakeholders
• Apply innovation and agility in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• Gain exposure to platforms such as Oracle Aconex, where Kanban is used and tracked daily
• Conduct delay and claim analysis
• Attend daily stand-up meeting and report verbally on progress and planned work
• Understand the full scope of work and key project milestones
• Manage and track key dates and project incentives to ensure Rula-Solvocore JV benefit from the various project incentives
• Provide planning support to commercial and contractual teams to ensure the Rula-Solvocore JV’s commercial interest are protected.
• Manage interfaces with other contractors on site, client teams and existing operations to ensure the Rula-Solvocore JV work proceeds while still taking site constraint and interfaces into account
• Monitor and report on schedule variances monthly

Ideal Profile

Minimum Requirements :

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in on site project planning
• Solid understanding of the project lifecycle and scheduling principles
• Experience with structural, mechanical, civil works, and piping
• Strong analytical, communication, and client-facing skills
• Relevant qualification in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management or Planning
• Willingness to relocate to Kathu and work in a site-based environment
• Must be agile, innovative, and willing to assist across various functions
• Bring your planning expertise to a team that values results, teamwork, and professional growth. We look forward to hearing from you!

What's on Offer?

• Work alongside & learn from best in class talent