Slp Project Specialist - Witbank, South Africa - Thungela

Thungela

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Witbank, South Africa

1 week ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Company Description

An exciting opportunity as a
Social and Labour Plan (
SLP) Project Specialist to effectively plan, manage and implement the
Social and Labour Plan (SLP) projects across
Thungela, while maintaining compliance with internal and external standards and fostering transparent communication with stakeholder.

Excellence is the vision. You make it a reality.

Thungela Resources [Thungela means "to ignite" in isiZulu] is a leading South African thermal coal business, focused exclusively on thermal coal production.

It is one of the largest pure-play producers and exporters of thermal coal in South Africa based on aggregate coal reserves and marketable coal production.

Thungela focuses on exporting its thermal coal portfolio mainly to the Indian, Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East and North African markets.

As the
SLP Project Specialist you will be responsible for the effective Project Management of all SLP projects across Thungela.

You will develop comprehensive project plans and management plans with associated documentation as well as ensuring proper definition, baselining, sign-off of the scope and implementation of SLP projects

More of your responsibilities will include:

Ensuring that all SLP projects are effectively implemented and closed out as per the project plan
Executing the project according to the plan, ensuring timely and budgetconscious delivery to the required quality
Ensuring project schedules are created, approved, and signed off by stakeholders and align with business requirements
Defining a governance process to be followed in the tracking, monitoring & reporting of projects as well as reporting project progress and changes to all relevant stakeholders
Handling scope changes in accordance with internal change control procedures
Managing changes following the Integrated Change Control Procedure and obtaining approval for Project Change Notifications (PCNs) in accordance with procedures
Ensuring adherence to internal quality management standards (e.g., QAP 100) and overseeing safety, risk, and cost aspects of changes as well as implementing quality checks, monitoring and sign offs
Identifying, acquiring, managing, and controlling human and construction resources according to project requirements
Aligning human and construction resourcing with Thungela contract and contractor management standards
Establishing platforms for internal and external project communications as well as planning and facilitating feedback sessions with communities and relevant stakeholders
Evaluating project outcomes as established during the planning phase as well as sharing and documenting learnings and organizational process updates with teams

Qualifications

Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline
Applicable Project Management certification i.e., PMP
Registration with South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP), Project Management Institute (PMI) or Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)

Experience & Knowledge

5 years in the effective management of construction projects, preferably within the mining industry
Experience in working with the public sector (advantageous)

Additional Information

Advanced knowledge of key project management principles and methodologies
Advanced knowledge of stakeholder management
Proficient knowledge of the execution of civil projects in local communities

Who We Are
We're a company that promotes an environment that inspires innovation and where people have a shared sense of purpose. Skills, experience, creativity, and agility underpin our ability to grow and thrive. This means building a diverse team of high-performing individuals who operate our sites safely, effectively and cost efficiently.

Our people focus is centered on acquiring, developing, and retaining the talent we need to take our business forward, safely and sustainably.

What We Offer
When you join Thungela, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.

Being able to work with thought leaders, opportunities for development, strong values and a sound organisational culture all contribute significantly to a compelling employee value proposition.

Inclusion and Diversity
True diversity is about more than being an equal opportunities employer.

It is about bringing out the best in people for the good of our business, its partners, and especially our employees.

We're committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where people are valued and respected for who they are and know exactly what value they bring to the table.

How to apply
**Closing Date: 19/03/2024