Project Manager - Maintenance at Calgan Lounge (Pty) LTD

City of Boise; Johannesburg; On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg seeks a Project Manager to lead maintenance and manufacturing projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering projects on time and within budget while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. Candidates should have solid project management experience, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience in managing technical projects.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and maintenance processes.
• Experience with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all phases of maintenance and manufacturing-related projects.
• Liaise with stakeholders for alignment with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Communication

Problem-solving

Financial acumen

Education

Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2)

Tools

MS Project

Syspro

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Selby, Johannesburg

Reports To: Maintenance Executive

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Purpose

To lead, plan, execute, and close projects ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality and safety standards. The role requires close coordination with other departments, primarily Maintenance, Production, Procurement, Finance and Health & Safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all phases of maintenance and manufacturing-related projects (e.g., equipment installation, upgrades, shutdowns, process improvements)
• Assist in defining project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, resources, and budgets
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives
• Coordinate internal and external resources (contractors, vendors, consultants)
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards and processes
• Identify and mitigate project risks
• Conduct post-project reviews and implement lessons learned
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) preferred
• 5 -10 Years experience in managing technical projects and multidisciplinary teams
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and maintenance processes
• Experience with ERP systems and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Syspro)
  
  

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills across all levels
• Problem-solving mindset with analytical capability
• Financial acumen and budget control experience
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards
  
  

Working Conditions

• On-site presence required; some travel between company sites may be necessary
• May be required to work outside normal hours during critical project phases or shutdown periods
• Combination of office-based planning and on-the-floor execution/monitoring
  
  

Performance Metrics

• On-time and on-budget project delivery
• Stakeholder satisfaction
• Safety and quality compliance
• Improved operational efficiency
  
  

Desired Skills

• Project Planning
• Project Manager
• Maintenance Management
• Health and Safety
• Budgets
  
  

Desired Work Experience

• 5 to 10 years