Significant operational improvements are required to achieve the companys ambition of being the most valued mining company in the eyes of all stakeholders.This includes the realization of Burning Ambition, Zero Harm, Elimination of Fatalities, Life of Asset Plan and advancement of Future Smart Mining.Within the Company, the challenges to achieve this are considerable and complex.Our clients Operating Model support the delivery of these outcomes by making it clear that how they deliver results is inextricably linked to what they deliver. Critical to the achievement of this is the leadership of the Senior Project Manager.The Senior Project Manager takes accountability at an operational level for the planning and delivery of the project / scope of work assigned.Responsible to ensure:Effective safety leadership and behavior modelling for the project team, contractors and construction workforce.The development of an integrated plan (for the scope of work) incorporating all stakeholders and technical functions and in line with Company standards.Set-up of required controls to ensure delivery against these standards and the objectives as defined in the project charter.Effective leadership of cross-functional teams in line with the Company values.Transparent reporting of progress to stakeholders.Safety, Health & EnvironmentConsistently apply Safety & Health principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.Act as a safety leader to reinforce a workplace culture where safety and health is paramountIdentify specific risks within working area and adhere to discipline-specific plans/system to avoid these risksEmbed critical controls into daily work practicesImplement Safety & Health systems within work areaPerformance & DeliveryBusiness ExpectationsOperational PlanningWork ManagementManage/coordinate the project team of specialists to deliver to expectationManager the project charter, scope, deliverables, budget and scheduleManage the external stakeholders e.g. EPCMs, owner team specialists, DMR etc.Manage and integrate the interface between all stakeholders in project executionManage multi-discipline study teams during front end loading phasesParticipate in project assurance reviews at stage gatesManage reporting on project progress and monitor progress versus planFeedbackReports &AuditsStandardsTechnical feedbackProblem solvingTurnaround timeSustainability & SocialSupport delivery of the relevant sustainability activities on a Business Unit levelInput into Company Business Unit-level cross-functional integration on sustainabilityContribute to building relationships with key stakeholders relevant to the discipline on a Business Unit level, ensuring engagements are consistent with Business Unit and Group sustainability initiatives and standardsPeople & TeamsSupport the development of, and ultimately implement, a purpose-led, high-performing culture within the teams that is aligned with the company values, is inclusive and promotes diversityo Act as a role model and actively engage as a team member in all team processeso Ensure that the discipline specific systems, symbols and behaviors reinforce desired culture and align with Company valueso Participate in day-to-day communications with teamsComplianceEnsure compliance of the discipline with external (legislative, regulatory, permitting) requirementsEnsure compliance of the discipline with Companys compliance requirementsDevelop required compliance governance in the context of the discipline on a Business Unit levelEducation and Qualification:A relevant degree, or higher, in a relevant Engineering/Technical/Construction discipline, is essential.Certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP).Advantageous to have a business qualification.Certificate of Fitness.Requirements: Experience, Knowledge & Skills.A minimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience in the successful delivery of mining projects, preferably within the Refinery/Smelter/Process environment is essential.Advantages to have a business qualification.Advantageous to have experience of level 9 collision avoidance systems.Operations:o Senior Management level: Mining, Logistics, Plant Processing Knowledge, Infrastructure knowledgeo Key value drivers across value chain and interdependence of key leverso Principles and elements of the Operating Model focusing on Work Management and its implications on the disciplineo Project management fundamentalso New technologies and their impact on operational activities within scope of role.o Business improvement tools and techniquesCommercial:o Commercial/business drivers in discipline, business performance variability and underlying causes that define subsequent actionso Basic financial metrics, cost, and value management & budgeting toolsManagement:o Risk management techniques and critical controlso Value chain management within discipline, and awareness of interdependencies across value chain stepso Leadership tools for creating a culture of purposeled high performance and changeo Aligned with Companys organization model concepts and principlesCompliance:o Safety, health and environment, legislative, statutory, regulatory, and permitting requirementsRequirements: TaskThis is a key role within the Stay in Business (SIB) Team and the candidate will be responsible to:Coordinate all the activities associated from the concept phase through execution into closeout.Manage all the projects within the controls principles.Understand project scopes and dissemination thereof.Implementation and the management of all the safety aspects of the projects.Display effective people and contractor management.Manage the social performance aspects of the projects which include inclusive procurement and community participation.Ensure adherence to all the legislative and permitting requirements for each specific project.Management and engagement with all relevant stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.Ensure that all project risk management is implemented throughout the project life cycle.Manage and implementation of all the resource requirements.Ensure delivery of all projects within the required quality criteria.Project ManagementMining, Process Plant, Logistics, Infrastructure, Quantity Surveyor, Town PlanningEnterprise Project Management Systems, e.g. MS-Projects, Primavera P6, Prism, SAP,Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.Creativity/Innovation: Develop new and unique ways to improve operations of the organization and to create new opportunities.Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problem, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.Key internal role relationshipsHead of Social performance, Housing, Infrastructure Senior Principal Engineer Civils, Infrastructure & Rail Engineering Manager HODs Projects / EngineeringExternal relationshipsEPCMs, Contractors and Consultants, Government departments e.g. DMR, DWA, Local Communities, Municipal authorities, and tribal chiefsTechnical Skills:Ability to apply the following skills at a defined level of proficiency required for the role.Proficient in project management skillsProficient skills in applying business improvement techniquesProficient in the practical application of the Operating Model (workflows, configurations, routines)Advanced skills in the interpretation of benchmarks, and development of targeted, effective plans to achieve measurable operational improvementsProficient in applying commercial and business principles in decision-making across the value chain to optimize valueAdvanced communication and interpersonal skillsAdvanced analytical skillsAdvanced Computer skillsSocial process skillsare the people skills needed to ensure effective interactions with other people to achieve productive outcomes and build effective relationships.Self-Awareness:Able to analyses own behaviors and predict the impact of those behaviors on others; can manage responses appropriately to a wide range of challenging situations and in response to management decisions and actionsRecognizes own behavior as being hugely symbolic in shaping organizational culture and gaining commitment and support to change3Team Processes:Able to link the importance of good social process to successful business outcomes providing clarity for their teams not just on the what but also on the howFosters a climate that is inclusive and where people in their teams feel safe to contribute, collaborate, receive feedback and coachingAble to hypothesize and make predictions about how teams are likely to behave in response to changeCollaboration:Builds productive cross-functional business alliances with internal and external stakeholders, working in a collaborative and constructive wayIdentifies the best approach to influence, or negotiate, both with individuals and groups, adapting responses appropriately to achieve a productive outcomeAble to challenge others in a constructive way to resolve issues and conflictApplicationThe drive, determination, persistence, and commitment to apply the other elements of capability to complete safe, sustainable productive work.
