Junior Project Manager

Alaris Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized defence solutions provider in Gauteng is looking for a Junior Project Coordinator to support project management efforts in a technical environment. This entry-level role involves coordinating project activities, tracking progress against milestones, and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, or Business Management and have strong organizational and collaborative skills. This position offers opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' relevant work experience in manufacturing or related industries.
• Familiarity with project management certification such as CAPM or PRINCE2 is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Manager with daily project coordination.
• Track project progress against milestones and generate reports.
• Liaise with internal departments to align project deliverables.

Skills

Strong organizational abilities

Attention to detail

Collaborative skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Business Central

Job description

From its roots in ****, Alaris Antennas has grown to become a substantial supplier of advanced Electronic Warfare (EW) antennas. For the global defence and security markets, Alaris Antennas' mission is to deliver high quality antenna Solutions, on time, through technical and service excellence. Alaris Antennas,1 Travertine Ave, N1 Business Park,Centurion, ****,South Africa.

The Junior Project Coordinator supports the Program Manager in coordinating project activities across defence and engineering manufacturing environments. This entry-level role offers hands‑on exposure to project management methodologies including PMI PMBOK and ISO **** systems, while developing skills in stakeholder communication, compliance administration, and project documentation. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and collaborative skills within multi-disciplinary technical teams, with a commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, or Business Management (or equivalent)
• 1–3 years' relevant work experience in manufacturing, defence, telecommunications, aeronautics, or related industries

Required Nature of Applicable Experience

• CAPM, PRINCE2 Foundation, or equivalent project management certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Exposure to defence or engineering manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with ISO **** systems, systems engineering processes, or PMI PMBOK methodology
• Knowledge of business systems such as Microsoft Dynamics NAV or Oracle

Computer Literacy

• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Business Central (Beneficial)

Other Characteristics

• Excellent communication, organisation, and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a technical, multi-disciplinary environment
• Detail-oriented, structured, and eager to learn
• Proactive, accountable, and deadline driven
• Excellent interpersonal skills and professional communication
• Logical thinker with a solutions-focused mindset
• Strong planner with good time management and organisational skills
• Integrity, professionalism, and commitment to continuous improvement

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS, WEIGHTS AND TASKS

• Project Coordination & Support — 30%
  • Assist the Program Manager with daily coordination of project activities, deliverables, and schedules
  • Support the preparation and updating of project plans and timelines in Microsoft Project
  • Participate in project meetings, document minutes, and follow up on action items
  • Contribute to project documentation including Project Management Plans, Risk Registers, Change Requests, and Status Reports
  • Ensure project documentation is properly maintained and version‑controlled in accordance with Alaris quality procedures
• Monitoring & Reporting — 20%
  • Track project progress against milestones (e.g. PDR, CDR, FDR, FAT, ESS, EMC)
  • Gather, analyse, and summarise data for project status reports
  • Support internal and client project review meetings with accurate progress updates
  • Facilitate change requests and ensure relevant stakeholders are informed of schedule and budget impacts
• Stakeholder Communication — 15%
  • Liaise with internal departments (Engineering, Production, Procurement, Quality, Finance) to ensure project deliverables remain aligned
  • Support preparation and execution of project communication plans
  • Coordinate the development of client‑facing materials (manuals, training content, project documentation)
  • Obtain customer acceptance of project deliverables and manage satisfaction during transition phases
• Compliance, Administration & Governance — 15%
  • Maintain project documentation according to Alaris quality procedures and PMO frameworks
  • Ensure adherence to internal governance, configuration control, and defence compliance standards (e.g. MIL-STD)
  • Uphold confidentiality, data integrity, and traceability in project files and communications
  • Participate in post‑project evaluations to identify successful and unsuccessful elements
  • Detect and propose opportunities for improvement within the project process
  • Support initiatives to enhance project efficiency and PMO process maturity
• Professional Development & Team Collaboration — 10%
  • Demonstrate growth in technical, project management, and communication skills
  • Collaborate effectively within multi-disciplinary teams
  • Exhibit initiative, accountability, and commitment to professional excellence

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