Project Advisor

As Project Advisor you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safety Health and Environment

• Adhere to all health and safety practices and requirements.
• Support good housekeeping in the broader department and onsite.
• Participate in safety initiatives (e.g. VFLs) as required.

Performance and Delivery

• Assist and support line management in project selection and scoping (frontend loading) to align with departmental and organisational strategies.
• Review and drive optimisation opportunities regarding project scope and cost before a project is registered.
• Provide operational project managers with training (both formal and informal) on project management the ADM process Anglo American Project Requirements and sitespecific requirements standards and procedures.
• Provide individual coaching and mentoring to new project managers and line management to explain their roles and responsibilities in project execution.
• Develop new and optimise existing systems and procedures to align with company DAF and project work procedures.
• Coordinate and facilitate kickoff sessions (gate 0 and gate 3) of new projects to formulate execution and procurement strategies.
• Ensure the best fitforpurpose solutions regarding technical compliance (technical reviews) business cases and critical risks.
• Provide quality assurance concerning documentation reporting and compliance with standards.
• Report and facilitate feedback sessions between project managers and owners teams.
• Ensure adherence to governance regarding procurement tender evaluation adjudication and order placement.
• Demonstrate optimised project cost and scope on operational projects during the registration phase.
• Strong stakeholder management between crossfunctional departments Portfolio Project office SIB engineering and relevant operational sections to ensure project delivery.
• Ensure adherence to standards and procedures (SHE) during project execution through relevant sections and departments.
• Drive and assist in project closure and capitalisation of assets upon project completion.
• Monitor and track project progress to ensure project delivery and adherence to scope cost timeline and quality.
• Monthly updates and feedback sessions related to relevant operational projects.

This role is in the Engineering & Maintenance (E&M) at a Band 6 level reporting to the Section Manager Projects.

Qualifications :

• Grade 12
• National Diploma in Project Management or any of the technical fields (Mechanical Civil or Electrical) (NQF6)
• Degree in Project Management or any of the technical fields (Mechanical Civil or Electrical) (Preferred)
• SA Drivers Licence Code B

Experience

• 35 years of relevant experience in project management in an advisory capacity.
• Advanced knowledge of Project Management.
• Advanced knowledge of mining (preferably open pit) processing or engineering industry.
• Advanced knowledge of key value drivers across the mining value chain and the interdependence therein.
• Advanced computer literacy (MS Office Projects Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint MS Projects).
• Foundational knowledge of ISO 21500 project management guidelines and a highlevel project management framework.
• Foundational skills in using financial metrics cost value management and budgeting tools.
• Foundational skills in identifying and implementing business improvement opportunities and projects at mines.
• Competent in strategy implementation and business planning.
• Competent with the application of change management methodologies.
• Competent in written and verbal communication.

Additional Information :

What we offer

When you join Anglo American you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this youll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. Were a large successful multinational company and were still growing all the time.

Who we are

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of worldclass mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine process move and market our products to our customers around the world.

As a responsible miner of diamonds (through De Beers) copper platinum and other precious metals iron ore coal and nickel we are the custodians of what are precious natural resources. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is reimagining mining to improve peoples lives.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime