Project Manager Underground Mining Infrastructure

Ivanhoe Mines; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A mining company is seeking a Project Manager to oversee underground mining infrastructure. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years' experience in underground mining, along with a relevant engineering degree. The role involves managing EPCM contractors and ensuring project execution aligns with company standards. Strong project management skills and experience in capital mining infrastructure are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 10 years of underground experience needed.
• Minimum engineering degree required.
• Project Management Diploma is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage EPCM contractor and project activities.
• Communicate with technical and operational staff.
• Develop full scale project plans and tracking.

Skills

Underground design and engineering experience

Underground Project Management experience

Knowledge of mining operations

Knowledge of mining maintenance requirements

Project management skills

Extensive experience in underground capital mining infrastructure

Experience at an operational mine

Education

B.Eng/B.Tech Degree in Engineering (Mining, Mechanical, etc.)

Project Management Diploma (Preferable)

GCC Mines and Works/Mine Manager's certificate (Preferable)

Job description

Ivanplats is looking for a Project Manager Underground Mining Infrastructure.

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world‑class palladium‑rhodium‑nickel‑copper‑gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. This unique mineral deposit will be exploited using large mechanised state‑of‑the‑art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to develop this “mine of the future”.

Play your part in our teamsucceeding...

The project manager is responsible for design, procurement and construction management activities associated with the Platreef mining infrastructure (underground) including leadership, coordination, implementation, execution and control from project development to commissioning. The project manager must ensure consistency with overall Ivanplats strategies, goals and visions in line with company policies and procedures. The position covers the following underground scope of work: rock handling (crushers, tips, silos, conveyor belts), dewatering (underground pumping and reticulation), ventilation (fans, refrigeration) and mining services (potable water, service water, diesel, emulsion).

You

will have the following:

• 10 years underground experience
• Minimum of a B.Eng/B.Tech Degree in Engineering (Mining, Mechanical, etc.)
• Project Management Diploma (Preferable)
• GCC Mines and Works/Mine Manager's certificate (Preferable)

You will have advanced skills and knowledge in:

• Underground design and engineering experience
• Underground Project Management experience
• A knowledge of mining operations
• A knowledge of mining maintenance requirements
• Project management skills
• Extensive experience in underground capital mining infrastructure
• Experience at an operational mine

Your Key Performance Activities will include but not limited to:

• Management and supervision of the appointed EPCM contractor.
• Liaison and communication with technical and operational staff on the mine.
• Management of all design, procurement and construction activities undertaken by the engineering consultant.
• Management of and assistance with planning/schedule, development, implementation, execution of the project activities associated with the Ivanplats mining infrastructure.
• Establish and facilitate the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables.
• Define project tasks and resource requirements and allocations.
• Develop full scale project plans and tracking.
• Provide direction and leadership to the project appointed engineering consultant.
• Ensuring stringent application to Ivanplats safety, health, environmental and quality policies, avoid harm to people and the environment and ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements.
• Involvement of all project phases from scoping to commissioning.
• Report progress to Ivanplats Project manager /Platreef Managing Director.
• Manage the design in accordance with the approved budget and timeframe.

Shareholder Relations & Business Development:

• Prepare, present and discuss project updates at the Project Technical Committee Meetings.
• Maintain good relationships with all stakeholders and build on future growth and opportunities.

Project Planning:

• Plan and schedule project timelines, milestones, critical path and constraints.
• Utilize project management methodologies, systems and controls as defined by Ivanplats.
• Comply with Ivanplats rules and policies and follows professional and international best practice.
• Manage the EPCM contractor and facilitate the communication and interaction among the functional representatives and consultants/contractors.
• Maintain the Project Execution Plan including safety, health, environment, quality and costs.

Organizing & Operations:

• Provide day to day interaction with the assigned EPCM contractor/site team.
• Assist with direction and coordination of construction activities on site.

Coordinating:

• Develop the project proposal to confirm the project scope and ensures that the EPCM contractor has a clear understanding of the project deliverables.
• Conduct project milestone meetings.
• Coordination of various project consultants/Platreef project managers.

Monitor & Control:

• Present reports defining project progress, problems and solutions.
• Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve deliverables.
• Identify potential problems such as work interferences, schedule difficulties and contract compliance.
• Participate in problem resolution as required.
• Prepare periodic management reports and presentations.
• Track project against schedule, budget and milestones; review objectives, report status to project management on a regular basis.
• Develop and implement recovery plans for off-schedule and unanticipated occurrences.
• Lead and direct Project Progress Meetings.

The finer details:

When applying, please submit a PDF version of your CV together with certified copies (certification within a 3‑month period) of your ID/passport, drivers license and qualifications.

Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.