The Project Manager Chemical plants is responsible to Manage Chemical Plants projects in Plant Engineering within a matrix organisation to completion, on time, within budget and to specification.

·        Manage Plant Engineering Chemical Plant projects and in accordance with Project Management procedures.

·        Risk management; identifying risks and issues, developing and implement risk abatement plans.

·        Planning; develop project scope, cost and schedule to meet objectives and key requirements.

·        Perform financial analysis, including preparation of project budgets.

·        Execute projects to complete on time, within budget and to specification.

·        Continuous monitoring of project progress and reporting thereof using designated planning- and reporting instruments.

·        Control cost- and schedule variance by timeously implementing corrective actions.

·        Keep project stakeholders informed on project progress by timeous communication.

·        Ensure effective project communication with line manager.

·        Ensuring deliverables and project scope remains consistent with Statement of Requirements and business objectives for the project.

·        Ensuring adherence to all relevant policies, procedures and other company standards.

·        Contributing to the continuous improvement of the Project Management function.

• BEng Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree.
• Project Management qualification or higher.
• At least 3 - 5 years’ experience in daily Project Management projects ,
• MS Projects or similar project schedule package
• Experience in project management tools will be an added
• Experience in explosives will be an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation and conflict management
• Excellent communication, planning and organizing
• Highly organized, self-motivated and attention to
• Willing to Travel abroad for up to 3 mounts at a time

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events