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Manager: QS & Estimating
Manager: QS & Estimating
| Operating Division: | Transnet Pipelines |
| Employee Group: | Permanent |
| Department: | C & SP Estimating & QS, DNR |
| Location: | Durban Central |
| Reporting To: | Senior Manager: Project Controls |
| Grade: | E |
| Reference: | req3831 |
The closing date is on 10/12/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
The position purpose is to provide Estimating & Quantity Surveying expertise (subject matter expert) to TPL’s Programme Management Office (PMO) (all capital and strategic projects) reporting to the Senior Manager Project Controls. Leading a team of Quantity Surveyors (QS), both permanent and on a fixed term contract basis where Quantity Surveying expertise will ensure value for money to TPL for goods and services rendered by contractors and consultants contracted by TPL. The position includes the development and execution of contractual strategies in conjunction with Project Contracts Management (seconded from Procurement function). At the portfolio level this strategy will be led by the GM Capital & Strategic Projects, R&D, CI and at the programme/ project level by a Project Director/ Principal Project Manager. This is to suit the different projects’ constraints, at the different project stages for the projects within TPL’s PMO Portfolio. The Manager Estimating & Quantity Surveying takes accountability for adherence to project governance of Estimating & QS at TPL and for the successful completion of the associated tasks for all project works.
Position Outputs
Fulfills the role of Lead Estimator for TPL. This will require that all project estimates during study phases and for project execution are suitably prepared according to industry practices, assessed and finally authorised by the Manager Estimating & QS before being submitted to CAPIC as part of the project business cases.
Development and implementation of commercial controls and procedures (setting up of payment certificates to each project, Cost reporting, Cost data bases etc.)
Risk and value management and cost control functions (ensuring QSs’ monitor and control contractors’ claims).
Ensure that all QS staff adhere to agreed reporting systems.
Consolidation of all commercial issues for projects into dashboard report for reporting to Senior Manager – Project Services/ Controls.
Manage team resources to ensure timely completion of commercial deliverables.
Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks.
Engagement in strategy workshops for PMO development.
Provide input and advice on NEC contracting strategies based on commercial risk profile.
Responsible, with the Senior Manager – Project Services/ Controls, for the preparation and production of all agreed PMO reports to predetermined deadlines.
Provide support to project management, for the smooth administration of contracts, from start-up through to final account.
Responsible for delegating/allocating Quantity Surveying resources to relevant projects and monitoring of progress.
To be aware of and support the Company’s commercial interests by ensuring commercial team adheres to prompt payment for work executed.
Responsible for the production of all necessary QS documentation in relation to the resolution of project problems; be they commercial, contractual or construction related issues.
In the absence of project QS resources, be able to fulfil the role of lead projects QS.
Competent in cost planning, value engineering, value management, cost benefit analysis, life-cycle costing, risk analysis, tendering, valuation, change control, dispute resolution, claims management, cost estimation and value for money assessments at the project lead level.
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. Create and manage bespoke reports for projects depending on reporting requirements.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications B.Sc Degree or higher specialising in Quantity Surveying. Professional Registration with the SA Council of Quantity Surveying Professionals Possession of Code 08 / B Licence. Experience Minimum of 10 years’ experience working as a Quantity Surveyor on large multidisciplinary construction / engineering projects. Min 5 years in a lead QS role Experience within the hydrocarbon/ Petro-chemical industry is preferred. Experience as an Estimating Manager is beneficial OR If the incumbent holds a BTech/ Higher National Diploma, the experience requirement is a minimum of 12 years
Competencies
Knowledge Extensive knowledge and experience in working with NEC suite of Contracts. Extensive knowledge in cost reporting and Commercial Management with a strong emphasis on the running of Quantity Surveying services within a PMO Knowledge on how projects / contracts run from the procurement phase to close out. QS Knowledge on the control of construction costs by accurate measurement of the work required on a regular basis, the application of expert knowledge of costs and prices of work, labour, materials and plant required to ensure that good value is obtained for the money to be expended. Standard Job Requirements Travel across provinces as required and approved. Requirement of Trust and Honesty in the handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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Specialist: Governance & Compliance
Specialist: Governance & Compliance
| Operating Division: | Transnet Pipelines |
| Employee Group: | Permanent |
| Department: | PROC, Contracts and Standards Gov, DNR |
| Location: | Durban Central |
| Reporting To: | Snr Manager: Governance & Compliance |
| Grade: | F |
| Reference: | req3816 |
The closing date is on 15/12/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To ensure compliance to the Supply Chain Management Control Frameworks and enable TPL to meet its objectives and obligations in a way that does not expose the organisation to adverse risks.
Embed a standardised risk and compliance management framework based on Control Self Assessment (CSA) methodology
Disseminate information and conduct training on Supply Chain Management and risk and control frameworks to supply Management stakeholders and end users as required.
Enable improvement in Procure to Pay, Tender and contract management cycle through the usage of the management information in Procurement, Finance and Business areas.
Embed, monitor, maintain and improve processes and controls with SCM
Position Outputs
1. Implementation of robust governance process: • Assist with implementation of strategies developed to address adherence to relevant legislation, management of identified risks and ensure that Supply Management controls such as Business Critical Controls operate effectively at TPL. • Update compliance related frameworks, policies and procedures for implementation across TPL Supply Chain Management and; • Efficient management of SCM BCCs, by reviewing risks and ensuring that process owners within SCM mitigate process risks • Assist with SCM combined assurance activities as 2nd line if defence • Regularly conduct compliance audits and other SCM governance reviews
2. Manage Compliance & Risk, Policy, Standards, Governance and Contracting functions: • Compliance review of pre and post tender documents. • Compliance review of contracts. • Provide formal & informal support on compliance and risk management to Supply Management practitioners to embed controls within their roles & responsibilities applicable in their daily activities. • Co-ordinate with Supply Chain Practitioners to ensure that established processes comply with applicable legislation;
3.Governance monitoring and Reporting: • Assist Senior Manager Governance with all necessary information required in audit/forensic activities. • Assist with co-ordination of internal & external audit processes as directed by Senior Manager Governance and Compliance • Plan and co-ordinate Supply Chain ISO certification preparations and audits and; • Assist to resolve and mitigate findings across TPL SCM identified through audit close-out processes
4.Manage Key stakeholder relationships: • Enhancement of controls and re-engineering of processes where applicable • Integration of functional processes with other Supply Chain functional processes • Implement, monitor and maintain a Risk and Compliance framework for SM that enables proactive process improvements • Assist and advise on the development of compliance processes, policies and systems that address compliance laws, rules and standards, as well as the integration thereof into operational procedure manuals. • Input into reporting, as well as the formulation of performance indicators and metrics. • Input into the report on the overall performance of relevant aspects (iSCM, Leadership Team, PFMA etc.)
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications & Experience: Minimum of a relevant B degree in Commercial or legal, or Risk management is required. At least 5 years’ experience in supply chain management or compliance, or risk management, governance function or audit Function Auditing experience and skills within SCM will be an advantage
Competencies
Knowledge: Detailed knowledge of Supply Chain Management / procurement. Sound knowledge of Public and Private Sector Supply Chain Management legislation and regulations such as PFMA, etc. In-depth knowledge of legal contracts and contracts lifecycle management process. Working knowledge of Supply Chain Management processes and systems. Understanding of technical and operational requirements of a business including capital requirements. Skills Required: Risk and compliance skills (in supply chain management with public sector knowledge will be an advantage) Research, analysis and interpretation skills. Excellent business report writing skills. Business acumen. Interpersonal skills. Communication skills. Strong ethical conduct. Influencing skills. Integrity. Negotiation skills. Organization skills. Presentation skills. Project Management. Stakeholder Management. Relevant computer skills (Microsoft Windows Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. Must be able to use CURA, SAP, CCM.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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MIS Senior Manager: ICT
MIS Senior Manager: ICT
| Operating Division: | Transnet Engineering |
| Employee Group: | Permanent |
| Department: | TE, Fac & Infra, ICT, KNP |
| Location: | Kilner Park |
| Reporting To: | Executive Manager: ICT |
| Grade: | D |
| Reference: | req3833 |
The closing date is on 09/12/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Actively participates in long-range strategy planning and translates strategic requirements into a usable enterprise information architecture, which may include an enterprise data model, associated meta model to guide enterprise solution development and achieve consistency of information assets across the application portfolio.
The incumbent is responsible for the overall design of the enterprise-wide data/information architecture, which maps to the enterprise architecture (EA) and balances the need for access against security and performance requirements.
Defines data/information architecture standards, policies and procedures for the organization.
Provides senior leadership, vision, and direction for management information systems, in support of the enterprise’s business objectives and requirements.
Position Outputs
ICT Information Architecture Planning: Responsible for providing the strategic direction for the ICT MIS function on an enterprise level. Interfaces with business unit executives and other IT functional area executives to define information requirements Integration, transformation, modeling and data validation Strategy Alignment: Align information requirements to TE organization mission, goals, and business drivers.
Management: Responsible to lead the management, planning and execution of the Transnet Engineering ICT MIS department consisting of both structure and unstructured information. Information Systems: Responsible for information architecture analyses, design, deployment, utilization and enhancement of information systems in support of their business objectives. Plan, design, develop and maintain an ECM Operational model Transnet Engineering. Operational Information: Provide for all information requirements to support the SAP-ERP system. Eg Development of utility programs to support reporting as well as the Development of ASAP programs.
Emerging Technologies: Improve information usefulness by tracking emerging technologies; evaluating their applicability to business goals and operational requirements. Research: Identify user requirements by researching and analysing user needs, preferences, objectives, and working methods; Knowledge: Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations
Governance: Implementation of MIS governance by creating MIS policies, standard, procedures and utility programs to govern the MIS development process. Management: Management and development of all MIS staff. Up skilling and training of MIS staff Research: Improve information usefulness by tracking emerging technologies; evaluating their applicability to business goals and operational requirements.
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Information Systems / Computer Science / Information Technology or relevant ICT qualification. Minimum 8 years’ Management Information System (MIS) experience or relevant in a large enterprise of which at least 3 years at managerial level or specialist experience. OR. Minimum 10 years’ Management Information System (MIS) experience or relevant in a large enterprise of which at least 5 years at managerial level or specialist experience.
Competencies
Strategy & Sustainability Inspirational Leadership Business Performance and Delivery Relationship Management Corporate Governance & Compliance Personal Mastery
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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Apprentice: Boilermaker
Apprentice: Boilermaker
| Operating Division: | Transnet Corporate Centre |
| Employee Group: | Trainee |
| Department: | TA, FOE&PL,Lrn &Perf-Apprentices: DBN |
| Location: | Durban |
| Reporting To: | Snr Specialist:Learning&Perfomance INTEG |
| Grade: | APP |
| Reference: | req3829 |
The closing date is on 09/12/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
The purpose of apprenticeship is to prepare apprentices to operate independently and productively in preparation of being a competent qualified artisan. The apprentice boilermaker will be trained to plan and prepare, manufacture, assemble, inspect, commission installations and assemblies, modify and repair components, and apply the knowledge and skills obtained in a variety of contexts
Position Outputs
Expected outcome is the ability to plan and prepare work site, equipment, tools, consumables and materials for trade related activities and operations, use hand, power and measuring tools, install, assemble, fit, connect electrical equipment and control systems. Test, inspect, commission, maintain and repair electrical equipment, control systems, installations, assemblies etc.
Qualifications and Experience
N2 Subject:
Mathematics (pure),
Engineering Science,
Plating & Structural drawing,
Engineering drawing (draughting),
Metal worker’s theory,
Plater’s theory.
Or
N3-N6 Subjects:
Mathematics (pure),
Engineering Science,
“Plating & Structural drawing,
Engineering drawing (draughting),
Mechanotechnology.
Or
NCV Level 4:
Fundamentals;
First Additional Language (English),
Mathematics (pure),
Life Orientation,
Vocational subjects:
Engineering Process,
Professional Engineering Practice,
Applied Engineering Technology,
Welding.
Or
Technical grade 12:
Mechanical technology (welding and metal work),
Life Orientation,
Mathematics,
Engineering and Graphic Design,
Home Language.
First Additional language,
Physical Science.
Age between 18 and 35.
Competencies
Problem Solving. Communication Skills. Analytical Skills. Teamwork
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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System Analyst (BI)
System Analyst (BI)
| Operating Division: | Transnet Engineering |
| Employee Group: | Permanent |
| Department: | ICT, Business Info Warehouse Dev, KNP |
| Location: | Kilner Park |
| Reporting To: | Systems Analyst |
| Grade: | F |
| Reference: | req3760 |
The closing date is on 09/12/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
• To bring forth critical Business Intelligence from multiples of process data information that cuts across all Transnet Engineering Business units.
• Implement solutions that require extraction, transformation and loading of key data from various sources into target platforms
• To analyse and understand critical reporting business requirements and interpret data into information the business can use in critical decision-making process
Position Outputs
Work with internal and external stakeholders to translate business problems into business intelligence data designs. Integration, transformation, modeling and data validation Use a standardised approach and common understanding of operational imperatives, processes, and policies to achieve business goals. Perform SAP BW system configuration and development. Perform deployment of development objects throughout 3-tier landscape (Dev, QA, Production) Evaluating and improving existing BI systems Assist in developing and maintaining data models used to provide insights to management from multiple data sources Developing and maintaining dashboards and reports used by management and operations teams
Compose functional & technical design document where applicable Intermediate SQL coding skills Experience working with commercial BI tools (desirable Power BI and SAP Webi). Develop User Manuals and provide training to ensure technical compatibility and End User satisfaction Mentor and assist junior developers Excellent research, analysis, and problem-solving skills. Understand data design and development across systems for BI reporting, data integration, analytics and data warehousing initiatives. Understand activities related to BI data governance and BI data management Adhere to practices for the business intelligence team, including SDLC, data integration, change control. Collaborate with other developers and remain abreast with new technologies within BI. Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform
Qualifications and Experience
National Diploma qualification in Information Systems or Computer Science or Information Technology. ▪ Minimum of 5 years’ experience in SAP BW. ▪ Minimum 3 years’ experience in the Microsoft Power Platform, particularly Power BI. ▪ SAP Certification will be an added advantage. OR ▪ Minimum 6 years’ experience in SAP BW. ▪ Minimum 3 years’ experience in the Microsoft Power Platform, particularly Power BI. ▪ SAP Certification will be an added advantage.
Competencies
1.Strategic Sustainability 2.Inspirational Leadership 3.Business Performance 4.Relationship Management
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful
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Young Professional-in-Training
Young Professional-in-Training
| Operating Division: | Transnet Freight Rail |
| Employee Group: | Trainee |
| Department: | SP-BUR-Young Professionals-Trainees-KNP |
| Location: | Kilner Park |
| Reporting To: | Snr Specialist: Capacity Development |
| Grade: | GRAD_7 |
| Reference: | req3808 |
The closing date is on 05/12/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) invites suitable, unemployed South African graduates between the ages of 18-35 to apply for a two-year graduate development programme, within various functional areas to be provided with both the institutionalised knowledge and on-the-job training to help you build a solid work experience to increase prospects of employability. The programme is structured and mentored for twenty-four months and candidates progress is assessed after every six months to ensure that the programme meets the expectations of both the candidate and TFR.
This exciting opportunity is aimed at unemployed graduates from the Department of Higher Education & Training registered institutions i.e., Universities, Universities of Technology, TVET Colleges who hold a bachelor’s degree at a minimum of NQF Level 7 in their respective field of study
Position Outputs
The candidate will go through the two-year training program
Qualifications and Experience
•Bachelor’s degree in Computer science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field. • Experience: No prior work experience is required. However, applicants will undergo a recruitment process, and successful candidates will be placed in various Depots, Departments within TFR. • Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen.
Competencies
• Business understanding • Administrative Skills • Computer Skills • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team. • High levels of integrity and professionalism. • A customer-focused attitude towards work and problem-solving. • Excellent communication skills. • Interpersonal skills. • Effective negotiation skills. • Ability to liaise effectively with different stakeholders. • Politeness and a proactive approach to tasks. • Energetic and a self-starter. • Assertiveness in dealing with various situations. • Conflict Resolution Management • Research and Analytical skills
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
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Executive Manager: Legal & Compliance
Executive Manager: Legal & Compliance
| Operating Division: | TPT POD Corporate H/O |
| Employee Group: | Permanent |
| Department: | Legal, Risk & Compliance |
| Location: | Durban |
| Reporting To: | GM: Legal, Risk & Compliance |
| Grade: | C |
| Reference: | req3768 |
The closing date is on 04/12/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To develop a comprehensive and integrated Legal, Compliance and Regulatory framework and strategy aligned to the Group’s Strategy to ensure sustainability of the market demand strategy.
To provide the strategic direction and leadership in the implementation of appropriate action plans and policies in support of Transnet stated objectives.
Position Outputs
1. Executive Management of Legal and Compliance Department Responsible and Accountable for implementation of strategy, management and delivery of Legal Services, Litigation and Governance & Compliance matters
2. Develop / Implement Strategy Analyze and interpret the Group’s strategy and roadmap and relate to the TPT Legal and Compliance roadmaps to determine the direction of the specific areas, having taken note of following: o Legislative/ regulatory requirements and implications thereof o Amendments to current legislation, regulations and policies o Trends in the Industry and International Legislation / Regulations o Compliance strategy, policy, procedures, processes and internal control / compliance systems o Risk assessment and mitigation measures o Compliance to national and international standards iro Commercial Contracts, Asset Acquisition and Disposals o Compliance auditing (internal) o Reporting and Corporate Governance
• Ensure compliance in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements • Complete compliance actions within the allocated time frames • Implement the Legal, Regulatory and Compliance Strategy and Roadmap in accordance with the Delegation of Authority and the planning document
3. Manage Strategic Relationships Identify the relevant role players in accordance with business requirements and dependencies: o Internal: Group Legal and Group Compliance o Legal and Compliance Forum o External: Legal: SA Panel of External Legal Counsel and Advisors o National Regulatory Bodies and Authorities o TPT Risk Committee o TPT Safety Forum o Divisional Acquisition Council
• Set-up meetings with the role players to discuss the roles and responsibilities and possible areas of cooperation, improvement and conflict • Agree to the expected outcomes from each party and set-up SLA’s where required • Monitor the performance of all relevant role players continuously to ensure that the agreements and other obligations are honoured • Inform the relevant role players of the outcomes, deviations and actions required • Manage relationships in accordance with policies, proceduresand legal requirements.
4. Represent the Company Receive a request or identify the need for representation and analyse to determine the nature of the representation • Providing Information • Communicating the Groups Position • Presenting Papers • Releases • Legal matters – including court appearances • Represent Organisation at different forums in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements with the aim to: • Position negotiation • Presenting papers • Ensuring that Organisation is not disadvantaged in any way
5. Manage Human Resources • Management and development of Legal , Governance & Compliance Resources, including communication of business plan, applicable deliverables and targets • Compile the Performance Management documentation in collaboration with the staff members in terms of: • Job Profile requirements • Strategic Performance Objectives/Plans • Key Performance Areas • Personal Development Plan • Resources required to achieve objectives
Qualifications and Experience
• LLB • A Relevant Post Graduate Qualification • Added Advantage: A master’s degree • Admitted Attorney/Advocate. • 10 Years’ Experience at Management Level • 7 Years at Management Level
Competencies
Knowledge required: Business Acumen- Knowledge and understanding of the principles of business, the application thereof, the opportunities within business and the seizure of such opportunities Legal Environment- Sound knowledge and understanding of the Legislation pertaining to legal compliance, corporate governance,risk management, process of evaluating regulatory and non-regulatory responses and selecting them in relation to their impact on the organisation. Business Environment- Sound knowledge of the business environment, the relevant role players within the business and their key responsibilities and outcomes. Transnet Group Policies and Procedures- Sound knowledge and understanding of the policies and procedures, standards applied within the Industry and the effect and impact on business. Compliance/ Risk Management- The ability to design and implement compliance/risk management strategies, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the strategy
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
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Project Director-Gas
Project Director-Gas
| Operating Division: | Transnet Pipelines |
| Employee Group: | Permanent |
| Department: | C & SP Gas Project, DNR |
| Location: | Durban Central |
| Reporting To: | GM: Capital & Strategic Projects, RD & C |
| Grade: | C |
| Reference: | req3774 |
The closing date is on 03/12/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
The PD Gas, reporting to the General Manager, Capital & Strategic Projects, R&D and CI (GM C&SP), is accountable for ensuring the efficient and effective further development and translation of the gas business strategy from Transnet Group Strategy and delivery of studies/ projects that form part of the gas programme by Transnet Pipelines (TPL). The PD Gas has the overall accountability for the scope, cost, schedule and qualitymanagement of all the study phases of gas business developments and any consequently approved gas projects that are implemented.
Position Outputs
1. Ensure sound capital investment programme planning, execution and management in line with the gas business priorities and aligned with Group and TPL gas strategy.
2. Ensure that for the gas business an integrated, planned and co-ordinated approach is established for capital and strategic projects focused on gas to enable operations to achieve medium to long term business targets and objectives.
3. Is to provide routine and regular feedback to the Project Sponsor(s), the GM C&SP and the gas business team on progress, issues and areas of concern. 4. Is to be a hands-on senior/ executive manager with significant experience in gas projects development and execution. As such, he will participate in project related activities, as necessary, during the studies and projects and will be familiar with all aspects of the gas business projects set up, governance, controls and implementation.
5. Has the delegated authority to make decisions and co-ordinate overall needs and direction related to the gas business in liaison with the GM C&SP. 6. Will review the progress of studies/ project regularly with the GM C&SP and the gas business project team as necessary.
7. Provides senior level support, advice and guidance to the gas business project team; and will assist with the resolution of major issues, problems and policy conflicts; removes project obstacles that require high level intervention. 8. Will be active in reviewing the scope to ensure it meets his customer needs; endorses scope changes for CPOT approval, signs off major deliverables; and signs off on project approvals to proceed to each succeeding project phase as per the PLP process.
9. Fulfils the role of direct liaison officer with TPL Customers and Stakeholders and supports the GM C&SP in terms of Public Regulatory & Government interactions related to the gas business.
10. The PD Gas is to use his/her extensive knowledge of the gas design and operations business (especially LNG) to develop a roadmap of Transnet Group’s Gas Strategy translation into a more well defined TPL Gas Strategy and implementation plan. The gas strategy includes for current gas business MRG and future business eg. LNG, Hydrogen and Green Energy
11. Ensure that the study/ project governance structures eg Sponsor appointment, MANCO, STEERCO are put in place under the Sponsor’s stewardship and endorsed by the GM C&SP and executed safely and in compliance with all regulatory requirements, company policies, standing instructions and safe working procedures.
12. Develop an appropriate organisation structure for set up of the gas business and execution of the project, identify functions necessary, and select appropriately experienced and competent personnel for specific positions and delegate responsibilities. Identify part-time team members in conjunction with other functional GMs. Ensure that the set up conforms to the requirements of the PMO and is approved by the GM C&SP. Key stakeholders in the PMO are the GM C&SP and the Senior Manager Project Controls.
13. Establish specific procedures relevant to gas business set up and project implementation of each phase and arrange preparation of the Project Charter and Project Execution Plan (PEP). 14. Identify and apply gas business best practices in line with ones DoA. 15. Identify investment risks, apply lessons learned on projects, implement risk mitigation actions and initiatives.
16. Identify and ensure that the studies/ projects are executed safely and in compliance with all regulatory requirements, company policies, standing instructions and working procedures. 17. Set study/ project goals and objectives, identify priorities, clearly communicate these to team members and appropriate other parties, and provide leadership in their implementation. Motivate, ensure commitment and build a results oriented team focused on achieving viable and cost effective outcomes for Transnet.
18. Direct, control and manage through project personnel all aspects of the studies including any in-house engineering, procurement, interfaces, administration functions and all external work undertaken by contractors and consultants throughout the study design phases. 19. Overview and ensure that work and progress on the studies and projects will satisfy the Sponsor(s) and TPL EXCO expectations.
20. Maintain a relationship with clients at an executive level. 21. Maintain and display clear “ownership” and accountability for delivery of studies and projects’ business outcomes. 22. Establish specific policies / procedures relevant to project execution and arrange preparation of the Project Execution Plan (PEP).
23. Ensure initiation and execution of the work is in accordance with the PEP, such that completion of the study/ project is achieved by the authorised completion date, within the authorised budget and equals or exceeds the expected quality. 24. Ensure that all communication channels are effectively operating amongst project team members and other functions and that co-ordination and co-operation between disciplines is occurring.
25. Lead the Co-ordination of the development of a study/ project budget derived from the initial or proposal budget and a corresponding study/ project implementation schedule. Conduct monthly project progress and cost estimate review meetings. Responsible for finalising decisions with key stakeholders regarding short term/ long terms and capital versus operating cost trade-offs for the gas business. 26. Ensure the final forecast estimate to completion is updated and maintained and that EXCO is briefed monthly of the forecast final costs. 27. Monitor and measure the work being executed regularly against schedule, milestone deliverables and study/ capital expenditure budgets.
28. Recommend and implement corrective strategies where needed to best meet Transnet’s overall study/ project objectives. 29. Transition the study into the project’s execution phase (if it passes gate reviews, business case approval and capital allocation sanctions). Develop and implement plans for the future running of the gas business. 30. Set the projects goals and business objectives, including scope, cost, time safety, start-up and risk, etc.
31. Ensure adherence to the project’s authorised Scope of Work, monitor scope status and advise the client accordingly. 32. Define and delegate the study/ project’s roles and assign levels of approval and authority in accordance with Transnet’s Delegation of Authority (DoA). 33. Develops the operating and maintenance strategies, commissioning/ project handover based on owner’s team input if the project progresses to the execution and construction phase.
34. Achieve the LTI and injury/incident frequency rate targets as included in the PEP for the study/ project as a whole through demonstrating personal commitment to safety and by implementing systems both in the office and on site (if project progresses to FEL3 and execution) to promote safety awareness and create a “safety first” culture. Fulfil statutory obligations as Safety Administrator for areas of responsibility.
35. Be responsible for communication with the client, particularly as regards requests for changes and modifications. Ensure contractual commitments regarding deliverables are met. 36. Engage in all decision making about the study/ project’s implementation that is not delegated to subordinate project management. 37. Review and approve the monthly study/ project progress report prepared for the client and/ or for distribution to other parties.
38. Provide inputs in writing and submission of Business Cases for approval by CAPIC at TPL or FIC at Group level. 39. Control the project’s capital if it progresses to feasibility (FEL3) and maintains strict controls on variations and contingency. Manages and recommends changes to FFCs and PCNs on PEPs, other than originally stated. 40. Responsible for developing and concluding decisions with the client/ sponsor about the gas business short term and medium term goals and objectives
41. Sign third party procurement contracts within the approved delegated framework limits as the Client. Manage suppliers, service providers and contracts in terms of performance against project contracts and SLAs.
42. Participate and attend Procurement Committee meetings and attend bid clarification meetings
43. Lead, coach and mentor by supporting staff development and skills transfer especially in terms of gas business knowledge and practices.
Qualifications and Experience
• Mandatory; BSc Eng / B Eng / BSc Honours Construction Management or equivalent Professional Registration as PrCPM in terms of SACPCMP requirements •Advantageous: Masters/ Bachelors in management related disciplines i.e. MBA, MBL, MSc Project Management, BCom is preferred. • Professional Registration as Pr Eng in terms of ECSA is preferred. PMP Certification/ equivalent is preferred • Experience: At least 12 years total experience preferably in the hydrocarbon/ petrochemical sectors of which a minimum of 8 years should be in a Senior Project Management position that meets PrCPM registration and a minimum of 4 years Technical experience within the Gas industry Driver licence code B or 8
Competencies
Knowledge and Skills required: Change Agent Business Planning Financial Modelling Facilitation Skills Presentation Skills Report Writing Coaching Skills Desktop Skills (Microsoft Office) SHERQ (Safety, Health, Environmental, Risk & Quality Management) Procurement and Contracts (NEC3, etc.) Inclusive of EPCm and construction contractors this will be over a 1000 for a mega project A whole mega project Owners team approx 50. Dependent on if mega project(s) are in study or implementation phase – est 8 GM: Capital and Strategic Projects, R&D, CI Project Director Liquid Fuels ERP Systems (SAP, Primavera, etc.) Thorough knowledge of governance practices for large organisations and mega projects Leadership Competencies (Anchoring, Leading & Managing) Requirement of trust and honesty in handling of finances Time Management Budget Control Travel as required by the business
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
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