Project Manager

Metso Corporation; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Metso Corporation as a Senior Project Manager, where you'll manage entire project lifecycles in Africa and globally within the mining sector. Leverage your expertise in SAP and project management to drive successful project execution while enjoying a role that contributes to sustainable practices and a greener future.

Benefits

Global incentive program

Hybrid work options

Extensive learning opportunities

Supportive and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of project management experience in the mining sector.
• Proficiency in SAP modules (MM, PS, SD) required.
• Fluency in Portuguese; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from early stages to completion, focusing on budget control and reporting.
• Collaborate with teams across supply chain, engineering, and logistics.
• Conduct meetings with stakeholders to report progress and risks.

Skills

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Results-oriented mindset

Education

Degree in Engineering

MBA in Project Management

Matric (Grade 12)

Tools

SAP (MM, PS, SD modules)

Job description

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Project Manager

Primary Location : Centurion, ZA

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world's natural resources.

Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future. At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world.

With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential.

This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date : 07 April

JOB TITLE : PROJECT MANAGER – SVS GBP, SOUTH AFRICA

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to work in our Grinding, Bulk Pyro, and Stirred Mills Services division.

This role is particularly focused on projects in Africa, as well as global projects by being integrated into a global pool of project managers. The professional will be responsible for managing the entire project lifecycle, from early stages such as Handover, Kick Off Meeting, and creating allocations in SAP to budget control and recording of lessons learned.

PMP Certification, Risk management experience, SAP mastery, and Bulk Materials handling equipment knowledge are a must. In this position, you will report to the Manager, Project Management, SVS, GBP. This position is mainly based in Centurion, Gauteng.

TEAM YOU BELONG TO

You will join a dedicated Project Management team focused on achieving key business goals, including profitability (P&L), on-time delivery, customer satisfaction, and fulfillment of scope and requirements.

We are currently working on global projects for clients in the Mining segment.

We work closely with internal and external stakeholders, such as Market Area, Controlling, Supporting areas, and Customer representatives. Our team culture emphasizes customer focus, high ambition, teamwork, and honesty.

The members in our team are based in South America.

However, you will be required to maintain close contact with colleagues from NCA, EMEA, and APAC regions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Manage projects ranging from low to high complexity, ensuring that engineering-released packages are activated in SAP, including creating allocations in the PS module for the scope released by engineering.
• Collaborate with global teams in supply chain, engineering, procurement, and logistics to ensure successful project execution.
• Create and monitor all purchasing requisitions within SAP, ensuring accurate budget maintenance and project financial flow.
• Maintain the project's costs and revenues in SAP.
• Collect and document lessons learned throughout the project lifecycle for continuous improvement.
• Conduct meetings with internal and external stakeholders, reporting progress, risks, and corrective actions clearly and effectively in both Spanish and English.
• Basic knowledge of Portuguese is desirable.
• Manage relationships with clients and suppliers, ensuring timely, budget-compliant, and quality project deliveries.
• Implement risk mitigation plans and ensure compliance with standards.
• Defend the interests of the Business Area and safeguard project profitability.
• Identify requirements early in the project to ensure final deliverables meet contractual requirements.

WHO YOU ARE

Matric (Grade 12), Degree in Engineering. An MBA in Project Management is an asset. Minimum of 10 years of project management experience, especially in the mining sector in Africa. Experience with international projects, proficiency in SAP modules (MM, PS, SD), stakeholder management, and global project experience are required. Knowledge of African mining regulations, ability to travel internationally, and fluency in Portuguese (and French as a plus) are essential. Strong communication, leadership, and results-oriented mindset are necessary.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Enabling sustainable modern life through meaningful work in minerals and metals, with benefits including a global incentive program, hybrid work options, an inclusive culture, extensive learning opportunities, and worldwide support.

Join us in transforming the industry and making a positive impact. Visit our website or PeoplePoint to apply. Metso is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities.

Headquartered in Espoo, Finland, Metso employs over 17,000 people in nearly 50 countries, with sales of approximately EUR 5.4 billion.