Project and Site Manager

SHARON NUROCK RECRUITMENT CC; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a seasoned project manager with a strong background in automotive engineering to lead projects from inception to completion in Midrand, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a B.Eng or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics Engineering, a minimum of 5 years experience, and strong knowledge of manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include coordinating resources, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in the Automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of Automotive manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Good understanding of project cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage automotive projects from inception to completion.
• Co-ordinate project activities, resources, and stakeholders.
• Communicate project status and updates to stakeholders.
• Develop and implement project plans, including scope, schedule, and budget management.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success.
• Oversee projects onsite.
• Ensure capacity and resource planning is generated on time.

Skills

Automotive project management

Process analysis

Budget tracking

Technical knowledge in engineering

Education

B.Eng or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics Engineering

Job description

Minimum Job Requirements :

• B.Eng or Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years experience in the Automotive industry.
• Relevant knowledge and background in the Automotive industry.
• Good process knowledge and understanding, an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Automotive manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Good understanding of project cost control.

Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage automotive projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Co-ordinate project activities, resources, and stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
• Communicate project status and updates to stakeholders, team members, and senior management.
• Develop and implement project plans, including scope, schedule, and budget management.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success and achieve business goals.
• Oversee projects onsite.
• Ensure that capacity planning and resource planning is generated on time for all project activities.

Competencies :

• Customer on-site visits with interventions / mechanical & electromechanical maintenance support.
• Analysis, conception and coordination of marketing and sales activities.
• Ability to prioritise, plan and manage project work effectively and appropriately.
• High degree of computer literacy knowledge of Microsoft PC applications.
• Ability to understand and meet customer requirements.
• Budget tracking and responsibility for cost incurred within the project / s for all project activities.
• High standard of oral and written communication to converse at all levels within the organisation.