Overview
Scheduler Projects Jobs in Kathu at De Beers Group of Companies
Company Description
-We have an exciting opportunity for a Scheduler Projects . The purpose of this to role is to Develop and maintain an integrated project schedule that aligns with Group Scheduling Standards and stakeholder requirements.
We’re the best in the industry.
You’ll make us better.
Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives”, delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.
Kumba Iron Ore
We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.
Job Description
-As our Scheduler Projects your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
Ensure alignment with the Group Scheduling Standards for each phase (definition of what is required from a basis of estimate perspective).
Ensure alignment with other key elements/parties of the project, e.g., engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, project economics, estimation, and cost engineering.
Prepare the basis of the schedule for each stage of the project.
Provide/validate benchmarks of durations.
Coordinate with all relevant project team members and stakeholders to define schedule requirements (accuracy, sequencing, and level of activity decomposition).
Apply critical path and critical chain methods to the schedule.
Assess risks to the critical path(s) and develop treatment actions, including contingency, to provide required confidence levels.
Progress tracking and trending by application of Earned Value principles (on-site).
Establish required interfacing (human and technical) to ensure alignment of all contractor schedules with the Master Schedule.
Identify and communicate any schedule conflicts, resource constraints, time constraints, etc to the (Senior) Project Manager.
Early identification of variance.
Analysis and interpretation of root cause(s).
Thoroughly review options to remedy the cause and recover.
Effect change/s through a formal change process.
Forecast impact and adjust the schedule based on confidence in remedial and recovery actions.
QA of the data collection process (onsite).
Effective (audience-focused) communication of critical messages.
This role is in SIB Projects (SIB) NC on a band 6.10 level reporting to the Manager Project Services
Qualifications
-Grade 12
National Diploma (NQF6) in Project Management / Planning
SA Drivers License
Technical Knowledge
Understanding of projects in mining environment, with a strong focus on scheduling processes and integration with project planning.
Expertise in key value drivers across the mining and processing projects value chain and their interdependencies, ensuring efficient scheduling and resource allocation.
Proficiency in project scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera P6) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Knowledge of the mining industry, including compliance with legislation such as the Mine Health and Safety Act and operational best practices.
Ability to apply financial principles, including cost control, value management, budgeting tools, and Earned Value Management (EVM) for project scheduling and monitoring.
Strong understanding of project environments, including risk assessment, stakeholder management, and procurement processes.
Demonstrated ability to use PM tools and computer-based scheduling systems for detailed project tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
Additional Information
-Who we are?
Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine.
We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.
How we are committed to your safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.
Inclusion and Diversity
Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.
How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.
Title: Scheduler Projects
Company: De Beers Group of Companies
Location: Kathu
