Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to advance your career in project management? Eskom, South Africa’s leading electricity supplier, has announced two Project Coordinator Technical positions at Matla Power Station in Mpumalanga. This role is ideal for professionals with a National Diploma in the Built Environment, Commerce, or Human Sciences and a minimum of three years’ experience in project or construction management.
If you have a strong background in construction management, project coordination, and cost engineering, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you. Read on to learn more about the job details, requirements, and how to apply.
Project Coordinator Technical Position Overview
- Job Title: Project Coordinator Technical x2 Gx Matla Power Station
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: T12
- Location: Matla Power Station, Mpumalanga, South Africa
- Department: Project Management
- Business Unit: Matla Power Station
- Reference Number: PROJ 001 JM MATL
- Closing Date: 11 February 2025
Key Role and Responsibilities
The Project Coordinator Technical will be responsible for ensuring that infrastructure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and within cost, time, and quality constraints. The job involves overseeing various aspects of project management, planning, coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
Duties Include
- Supporting the provision of infrastructure project management standard services by ensuring all activities comply with Eskom’s project methodology and governance structures
- Coordinating and reporting on project activities to keep project stakeholders informed and ensure all project phases align with Eskom’s standards
- Providing support during project planning by assisting with scheduling, risk assessment, and milestone tracking
- Coordinating the timely supply of project materials to ensure necessary resources are available for smooth execution
- Managing project employees and contractors to oversee the team and ensure efficient project execution
- Facilitating and coordinating outages required for commissioning to ensure seamless commissioning of the project
- Providing support to project engineering by collaborating with the engineering team to ensure project feasibility
- Complying with Eskom governance and SHERQ standards to adhere to safety, health, environment, risk, and quality regulations
Minimum Requirements
To be eligible for this role, applicants must meet the following criteria
Educational Qualification
- National Diploma in Built Environment, Commerce, or Human Sciences
- NQF Level 6 Qualification with 240 Credits
Work Experience
- Minimum of three years’ experience in Project Management or Construction Management
Professional Registration
- Registered with the South African Council of Project and Construction Management Professionals SACPCMP as a Professional Construction Project Manager PrCPM
Essential Skills and Competencies
Behavioural Skills
- Professionalism
- Integrity and values
- Trustworthiness
- Resilience and flexibility
Leadership Abilities
- Achievement-oriented
- Business acumen
- Customer-focused
- Teamwork and collaboration
Knowledge Required
- Construction management
- Earned value management EVM
- Planning and scheduling
- Project and contract management
- Cost classification and cost management
Key Skills
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Judgment and decision-making skills
- Client focus and stakeholder engagement
- Planning and organizing complex projects
- Dealing with complexity
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Why Apply for This Position
This position at Matla Power Station offers a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly dynamic project management environment at one of Eskom’s key power stations. Eskom provides employees with a professional and growth-oriented work environment that values skills development and career progression.
What’s in it for you
- Work in a critical infrastructure sector
- Gain hands-on experience in large-scale project execution
- Competitive salary package and career development opportunities
- Work with a team of highly experienced professionals
- Be part of a company that is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion
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How to Apply
If you meet the qualification and experience requirements, you are encouraged to apply before the closing date, 11 February 2025.
For application assistance, contact recruitmentgx@eskom.co.za
Important Note
- If you do not receive feedback within 28 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful
- Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment for this post
- Candidates from designated groups are encouraged to apply in line with Eskom’s Employment Equity Plan
- Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Eskom maintains a smoke-free workplace
This is a unique opportunity for qualified project coordinators to contribute to Eskom’s ongoing power infrastructure projects. If you are passionate about project management, construction oversight, and engineering coordination, then this Project Coordinator Technical role is perfect for you.
