Project Manager (FMCG Manufacturing/Engineering)

Sharon Nurock Recruitment; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a seasoned Project Manager for a capital investment role in KwaZulu-Natal. The ideal candidate has an engineering degree, project management experience, and strong team leadership capabilities. You will be responsible for managing projects, ensuring delivery aligns with business strategies, and leading project teams. Knowledge of safety and risk management is essential. Apply now to join one of the world's top refined food manufacturers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management and delivery.
• Ability to influence at senior levels and across cultures.

Responsibilities

• Manage the execution process to plan and lead Capital Investment Projects.
• Ensure successful delivery of project according to business case.
• Motivate project teams throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Risk Management

Contract Management

Safety Management

Education

Engineering degree

APMP Certificate

NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Are you a performance driven, seasoned Project Manager looking to move to the countryside, yet enjoy the challenge of pursuing a career in one of the world's leading refined food manufacturers? Then this is just the job for you! Click now to apply!!

Reporting to the General Manager, the successful incumbent will be responsible for the execution process to plan, lead and manage Capital Investment Projects, ensuring the successful delivery as defined within the business case.

Key Performance Areas:

• Ownership of project(s) business case and ensuring that the associated financial integrity is robust and aligned with the business strategic plan.
• Contract development and execution for 3rd parties to deliver turnkey installations, including the management of external contractors engaged to support project delivery.
• Exploring that all possible options for projects are rigorously analysed such that the alternatives are well understood.
• Selection and appointment of appropriate project teams, including 3rd parties.
• Lead, develop and motivate project teams for the lifecycle of the project.
• Development and management of a robust project schedule based on the stage-gate process to facilitate effective financial and commercial project management which creates and levers business value.
• Manage the adherence to corporate project governance procedures and processes to ensure that the appropriate management controls are in place and that projects are delivered according to plan.
• Ensuring that an appropriate risk management process is applied to guarantee that foreseeable significant risks are identified and managed.
• Implementation of an appropriate quality management system to ensure that all project outputs meet the key stakeholder requirements.
• Provide health and safety (H&S) leadership for the project team(s) and assume responsibility for all aspects of H&S associated with the project(s).

Minimum Requirements:

• Engineering degree or equivalent (Engineering background preferred).
• Knowledge of industry standard contract forms.
• APMP Certificate in Project Management (or equivalent).
• NEBOSH General Certificate in Health & and/or Construction Safety (or equivalent).
• Detailed knowledge of capital process and system.
• Proven experience in project management and delivery.
• Ability/credibility to influence at the most senior levels, as well as work across a range of cultures & work levels.
• Business focus and understanding. Operational credibility.
• Have a track record in project delivery.
• Ability to build relationships, partner with businesses.
• Key Culture Attributes: Demonstrate the importance of safety, quality & teamwork
• Strong team leadership capabilities