Michael Molefe

Project Manager: Science Engineering and Technology

Job Title:

Project Manager: Science Engineering and Technology

Division:

Science Engineering and Technology

Position Type:

Fixed Term Contract: 6 Months

Reports To:

The role reports to the Chief Technology Officer.

Required Minimum Qualifications

  • A least a bachelor's degree in engineering, nuclear science, or a related field is essential.
  • A master’s degree or higher is an added advantage.
  • A postgraduate qualification in Project Management is essential.

Required years of related experience:

  • At least 5 years of experience in project management, specifically within the nuclear energy sector or related industries

 

Minimum Requirements

  • Project Planning and Execution
  • Team Leadership
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Safety Oversight

Location

Elias Motsoaledi Street Extension R104,

Pelindaba Brits, Magisterial District,

Madibeng Municipality North West Province, 0240

Job Description

The Project Manager: Science Engineering and Technology will Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of projects related to the storage of nuclear materials. This includes ensuring that all operations comply with safety regulations and industry standards, managing project budgets and timelines, coordinating with stakeholders, and leading a team to achieve project objectives efficiently and safely. The role requires a strong focus on risk management, quality control, and continuous improvement to ensure the planning for secure and effective storage of nuclear materials.

Key Areas of Responsibility

  • Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, to ensure successful project execution.
  • Progress Monitoring: Track project progress against milestones and objectives, adjusting as necessary to stay on schedule.
  • Reporting and Documentation: Prepare and present regular reports on project status, challenges, and achievements to stakeholders and senior management.
  • Budget Management: Monitor project finances, ensuring costs are controlled and expenditures align with budgetary constraints.
  • Quality Assurance: Implement quality control measures to ensure all project deliverables meet the required standards and specifications.
  • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise impact on the project timeline and budget.
  • Lead a multidisciplinary team, ensuring effective communication and coordination among all project members, management and stakeholders.
  • Guide, motivate and manage a project team to achieve specific goals and objectives of a project and of the organisation.
  • Delegate tasks, set deadlines, monitor performance, and provide support and guidance to project team members.
  • Act as a coach, facilitator and communicator, ensuring the project team works effectively and efficiently to meet the needs of the project and of the organisation.
  • Ensure all activities comply with nuclear safety regulations and environmental standards to maintain legal and safety standards.
  • Ensures all projects adheres to laws, regulations and ethical standards.
  • Cooperate with the Compliance Management Division in developing and implementing compliance programmes, conducting project audits, and providing training to maintain a culture of compliance.
  • Engage with key stakeholders, including government bodies, local communities, and industry partners, to foster collaboration and address concerns on projects.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with individuals or groups who have an interest in a project or organisation.
  • Identify project stakeholders, understand their needs and expectations, and develop strategies to effectively engage with them.
  • Manage communication, resolve conflicts and ensure that project stakeholders are informed and involved in relevant project activities
  • Prioritise safety in all project activities, promoting a culture of safety and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Ensure a safe environment by monitoring, evaluating and improving safety practices and compliance with regulations on all project activities.
  • Conduct audits, provide training and develop safety programmes.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

Required Skills, Knowledge and Attributes:

Skills:

  • Leadership / management skills (strategic management, change management, people management, planning and organising, risk management)
  • Analytical skills (analysing complex information, concepts and ideas, applying theoretical and conceptual knowledge, dealing with ambiguity, creativity and innovation)
  • Communication skills (active listening, effective writing, presenting, providing feedback, mentoring, coaching, mediating, negotiating, inspiring)
  • Business skills (project management, financial management, performance management and development, problem-solving, decision-making)
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Computer literacy.

Knowledge:

  • Expertise in project management methodologies and tools.
  • Knowledge of nuclear waste management processes.
  • Familiarity with safety and risk management practices in the nuclear sector.
  • Proficiency in budgeting and financial management for large-scale projects.
  • Awareness of environmental impact assessments and mitigation strategies.
  • Experience with stakeholder management and communication.
  • Ability to navigate governmental and regulatory frameworks.
  • Understanding of engineering and technical aspects related to storage facility design and operation.
  • Knowledge and understanding of corporate governance principles applicable within state-owned entities.
  • Knowledge of financial management prescripts within the public sector (PFMA knowledge required)
  • Understanding of nuclear industry regulations and compliance standards.

Attributes:

  • Initiative
  • Self-starter
  • Solution-oriented
  • Flexibility
  • Concern for quality and order
  • Information seeking
  • Results focused and professionalism
  • Organisational commitment
  • Continuous learning
  • Integrity