Site Project Manager

Believe Resourcing; Durban; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company in the FMCG sector is seeking a Site Project Manager to handle multiple complex projects aimed at enhancing manufacturing capacity. You will be responsible for project planning, tracking, and execution, ensuring that deadlines are met. The ideal candidate should hold a Higher National Diploma or BSC Engineering and have at least 5 years of experience in project management, preferably within an FMCG food environment. Knowledge of MS Projects, AutoCAD, and FMCG plant equipment is essential.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in a similar project management role.
• Strong business acumen with FMCG manufacturing expertise.
• In-depth knowledge of FMCG plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple complex projects within a manufacturing environment.
• Champion site projects from feasibility studies to implementation.
• Coordinate implementation in terms of change management and training.

Skills

Project management

FMCG experience

Team coordination

Education

Higher National Diploma or BSC Engineering

Tools

MS Projects

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

A dynamic company within the FMCG market is looking for a Site Project Manager to join their team. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of over 50 renowned household names.

Purpose of the role:

Manage multiple complex projects within a manufacturing environment in order to effect capacity-enabling changes in the plants. This role requires a perceptive, productivity-focused Project Manager to implement solutions across the production site. A proven track record in handling multiple projects concerning plant equipment is essential for success in this role.

Job Specification:

• Champion site projects from feasibility studies to implementation
• Analysis of project benefits and challenges
• Write project motivations, raise capital requests, and obtain approval for projects
• Project planning and tracking to ensure deadlines and objectives are met
• Execute project follow-up and ensure successful implementation
• Coordinate implementation of the project in terms of change management and training needs
• Manage multiple, dynamic site projects
• Report to management with progress of current and planned site projects
• Manage sites capital spend to budget
• 5 Years’ experience in a similar role
• Relevant FMCG experience preferably in the Food Environment

Qualifications:

• Completed Higher National Diploma or BSC Engineering
• A professional engineering qualification combined with keen business acumen and FMCG manufacturing experience is indispensable in this environment.

Additional Requirements:

• MS Projects
• AutoCAD experience
• MS Office
• In-depth knowledge of FMCG plant equipment
• At least 3 years experience in project management