Coordinator (Projects)

Wonderkop Smelter

North West, South Africa

Ref. No. WKP2026/06/0003

Internal & External

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Assisting with the coordination and execution of construction, civil, structural and infrastructure projects from initiation to completion;
• Supporting project planning, scheduling and progress monitoring activities;
• Coordinating daily project activities with contractors, operations, maintenance and engineering departments;
• Assisting in tracking project milestones, deliverables and resource requirements;
• Ensuring project work is executed according to approved scopes of work, drawings and specifications;
• Monitoring project progress and report deviations, delays and risks to the Senior Projects Coordinator;
• Conducting routine site inspections to monitor project progress, quality and compliance;
• Assisting in identifying and resolving site-related challenges and constraints;
• Ensuring proper housekeeping and site organization throughout project execution;
• Verifying that work performed aligns with engineering standards and project requirements;
• Coordinating site access, permits and logistical requirements where required;
• Liaising with contractors, suppliers and internal departments to support project execution;
• Attending project meetings and record actions, progress and follow-up requirements;
• Supporting contractor performance monitoring and compliance evaluations;
• Facilitating communication between project stakeholders to ensure alignment of project objectives;
• Assisting with monitoring project expenditure against approved budgets;
• Verifying contractor progress reports and completed work for review by the Senior Projects Coordinator;
• Maintaining accurate project documentation, records, drawings and correspondence;
• Supporting procurement activities, material tracking and delivery coordination;
• Preparing progress reports, meeting minutes and project status updates;
• Assisting with quality inspections and verification of completed work;
• Ensuring project activities comply with applicable quality standards and specifications;
• Supporting testing, commissioning and handover activities;
• Promoting and comply with all company health, safety and environmental requirements;
• Participating in risk assessments, toolbox talks and safety inspections; and
• Monitoring contractor compliance with site safety requirements and permit systems.
  

About you:

• Grade 12 / Matric Certificate;
• National Diploma or Degree in one of the following fields:

Civil Engineering; Construction Management; Project Management: Building Science; Structural Engineering; Quantity Surveying; Mechanical Engineering; Electrical Engineering related technical field.

• Minimum 2–5 years' experience in project coordination, construction, maintenance or project execution environment;
• Experience within industrial, mining, smelter, manufacturing or heavy engineering environments will be advantageous;
• Exposure to contractor supervision and project administration;
• Knowledge of SAP4Hana, MS Projects or similar project management systems;
• Valid driver's license;
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, Outlook and MS Projects);
• Proficient in English written language;
• Medically fit in terms of OHSAct; and
• Knowledge of HSEC Systems.