Project Manager

TRS Staffing Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy recruitment agency is seeking a Project Manager in Johannesburg to oversee project delivery within the power generation sector. The role demands a solid background in engineering, significant project management experience, and proficiency in business computing applications. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to innovative solutions and impactful projects in a purpose-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in power generation, with at least 2 years in project management.
• Thorough knowledge of OHS Act essential.
• Experience with all machinery in a manufacturing plant is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are delivered on time within scope and budget.
• Oversee all project phases: from concept to close-out.
• Manage relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Power generation knowledge

Business Computing Applications proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

BTech / BSc in Engineering

Project management qualification

Tools

MS Projects

SAP

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a skilled Project Manager to join a forward-thinking team within the renewable energy sector. This role requires a solid understanding of power generation processes and project management principles and will play a key role in supporting the Engineering Manager to ensure the successful delivery of assigned projects.

Based in Umhlanga, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions in a dynamic and impactful industry. If you're passionate about engineering excellence and looking to grow your career in a purpose-driven environment, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all assigned projects are delivered on time within the stipulated scope and budget.
• Oversee aspects of projects from the concept study phase, through feasibility studies, detail design, execution, commissioning, and project close-out phase.
• Ensure all technical resources (spares / devices etc.) used are always in their top shape.
• Manage relationships between clients and all stakeholders.
• Measure project performance using appropriate project management tools.
• Timeous reporting to management and all stakeholders.
• The following is a non-exhaustive list of some of the projects that will fall under his / her responsibility :
• High level Outage preparation.
• Grid Code Requirements for both plants.
• Annual Performance test.
• Plant improvement projects.
• Prepare proposals and interact with clients and client requirements.

Qualifications and Skills Requirements

• BTech / BSc in Engineering preferably Mechanical or Electrical.
• Project management qualification is essential in this role.
• 10 years’ experience in power generation with minimum 2 years in a project management role.
• Experience with all Machinery in a manufacturing plant would be advantageous.
• Thorough knowledge of OHS Act.
• must have a high degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as MS Projects or similar, MS Word Processors, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint and Enterprise Resource Planning applications (Maximo / SAP or equivalent).