Rail Program Director: Tech Support & Spares

University of Fort Hare

Johannesburg

On-site

ZAR 2,000,000 - 2,030,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

University of Fort Hare in Johannesburg seeks an experienced Project Director to lead a major Technical Support and Spares Supply Agreement programme in rail transport. You will coordinate delivery, manage portfolio performance, lead project and subsystem managers, and ensure collaboration across internal functions and external stakeholders.

The role requires a degree in Business Management or Engineering, a proven track record in large-scale projects, strong PM skills, and leadership in a

Qualifications

  • Experience leading large, multi-stakeholder programmes in rail or industrial settings.
  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and governance.
  • Ability to lead teams in a matrix organisation.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the TRAXX 23E Technical Support and Spares Supply Agreement project to achieve strategic goals.
  • Manage portfolio risks and ensure alignment with resource capabilities.
  • Drive timely project execution in line with contractual commitments.
  • Develop, lead, and mentor project managers and subsystem managers.
  • Provide operational support to bid and project teams, including risk management.
  • Enforce adherence to project and bid governance standards.

Skills

Project management
Leadership
Cross-functional teams
Risk management
Stakeholder management
Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Business Management/Engineering

Job description

University of Fort Hare in Johannesburg seeks an experienced Project Director to lead a major Technical Support and Spares Supply Agreement programme in rail transport. You will coordinate delivery, manage portfolio performance, lead project and subsystem managers, and ensure collaboration across internal functions and external stakeholders.

The role requires a degree in Business Management or Engineering, a proven track record in large-scale projects, strong PM skills, and leadership in a

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