Reference: NES019060-RS-1 An electrical engineering firm in Nelspruit is seeking the services of a project support officer. The position provide support to Various Project managers and report directly to the project department HOD. A Project Support Officer will perform the following specific roles: - Ensure the agreed project management methods, standards and processes are maintained throughout the project lifecycle. - Assist the Project Manager and Team Managers in the production and maintenance of project plans. - Take responsibility for the transport and logistics arrangements required on various projects. - Assist the Project manager in the execution of his day to day duties. - Develop and maintain the project library, filing, recording and reporting systems. - Develop (In conjunction with the project department HOD) and implement appropriate configuration management procedures - Co-ordinate the production of all reports and produce project summary reports. - Set up and maintain systems for recording project costs. - Define and document procedures in accordance with agreed methodology - Advise and assist project team members in the application of project procedures, disciplines and recording and reporting standards. - Maintain risk and issue logs and change control records. - Develop and support effective communication mechanisms between the project teams. - Undertake any other administrative tasks as specified by the Project Manager Responsibilities: The position will have the following general responsibilities: - Reporting on progress, resources, finance or costing - Assist the project manager in overseeing projects, mitigating risks and solving issues - Quality assurance, for example through collating data, auditing or compliance checks - Scheduling meetings and setting agendas for the project team - Internal and external stakeholder management - Identify ways in which processes may be improved and put forward such proposals for the project manager to consider. - Contribute to formal process reviews to help enable our teams to become more efficient in their processes. - To be clear, assertive and patient communicator. - Carry out any other duties and projects as required by the Project Manager, commensurate with the level of the post - To maintain a first class level of customer service ensuring that all customers are treated efficiently and in an appropriate manner. - To work within the relevant legislation, policies and procedures. - To attend training courses as identified and agreed for appropriate development. - Undertaking other duties not specifically stated which from time to time are necessary without altering the nature or level of responsibility. Requirements: The following are the requirements for the position: - Post Graduate Degree in Business management, project management or Electrical Engineering - Knowledge and experience of a formal project management methodology - A high degree of computer literacy including advanced knowledge of the MS Office Suite and a willingness and skill to learn new programs quickly. - Project planning ability - Experience of working in a Project/Manufacturing environment - Ability to analyze and present information Please send your cv to rusteynnetworkrecruitment.co.za
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