PROJECT MANAGER (SHIP REPAIR)

Description

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Project Manager to join our Ship Repair division, based at our Richards Bay office. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, technical expertise, and a results-driven approach to manage projects from planning through to execution.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate must be dynamic and proactive, with high skill levels and
competencies. Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Analyse scope of work and ensure that each project meets contractual expectations and is carried out to conform to quality and safety standards
  • Ensure all specifications from clients are recorded and communicated
  • Monitor projects to ensure timely delivery while maintaining high standards and cost effectiveness
  • Co-ordinate with various departments and sub-contractors to achieve targets in line with project plan
  • Perform project cost control and scheduling on ERP-system
  • Ensure accurate and timeous completion and submission of all invoices
  • Ensure that all legal requirements are adhered to
  • Oversee and assist with project estimation
  • Maintain good relations, interact and negotiate with local Port Authorities, Clients and Agents
  • Maintain and update current Client and Agent database
  • Pursue new business and secure tenders
  • Control of branch stock & assets
  • Reporting on branch work-in-progress as well as performance

Minimum Requirements

  • Relevant technical qualification
  • 5 years Supervisory and/or Project Management experience within a Ship Repair environment
  • Candidate must be willing to travel both locally and offshore at short notice
  • Candidate must be willing and able to work independently
  • Excellent verbal & written communication skills
  • High level of regard towards customer services
  • Good working knowledge of IACS regulations
  • Organisational, co-ordination and negotiation skills essential

Experience Required

6-10 years