Fresh Positions at Transnet

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

• Ensure sound capital investment programme planning, execution and management in line with the gas business priorities and aligned with Group and TPL gas strategy.
• 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.
• 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. 
• 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.
• 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.
• Will review the progress of studies/ project regularly with the GM C&SP and the gas business project team as necessary.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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
• 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.
• 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.
• 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).
• Identify and apply gas business best practices in line with ones DoA.
• Identify investment risks, apply lessons learned on projects, implement risk mitigation actions and initiatives.
• Identify and ensure that the studies/ projects are executed safely and in compliance with all regulatory requirements, company policies, standing instructions and working procedures.
• 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.
• 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.
• Overview and ensure that work and progress on the studies and projects will satisfy the Sponsor(s) and TPL EXCO expectations.
• Maintain a relationship with clients at an executive level.
• Maintain and display clear “ownership” and accountability for delivery of studies and projects’ business outcomes.
• Establish specific policies / procedures relevant to project execution and arrange preparation of the Project Execution Plan (PEP).
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ensure the final forecast estimate to completion is updated and maintained and that EXCO is briefed monthly of the forecast final costs.
• Monitor and measure the work being executed regularly against schedule, milestone deliverables and study/ capital expenditure budgets.
• Recommend and implement corrective strategies where needed to best meet Transnet’s overall study/ project objectives.
• 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.
• Set the projects goals and business objectives, including scope, cost, time safety, start-up and risk, etc.
• Ensure adherence to the project’s authorised Scope of Work, monitor scope status and advise the client accordingly.
• Define and delegate the study/ project’s roles and assign levels of approval and authority in accordance with Transnet’s Delegation of Authority (DoA).
• 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.
• 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.
• Be responsible for communication with the client, particularly as regards requests for changes and modifications. Ensure contractual commitments regarding deliverables are met.
• Engage in all decision making about the study/ project’s implementation that is not delegated to subordinate project management.
• Review and approve the monthly study/ project progress report prepared for the client and/ or for distribution to other parties.
• Provide inputs in writing and submission of Business Cases for approval by CAPIC at TPL or FIC at Group level. 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.
• Responsible for developing and concluding decisions with the client/ sponsor about the gas business short term and medium term goals and objectives
• 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.
• Participate and attend Procurement Committee meetings and attend bid clarification meetings
• 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 Managementor equivalent Professional Registration as PrCPM in terms of SACPCMP requirements Advantageous: Masters/ Bachelorsin 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

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Position Purpose

• To enable the delivery of the Programme/ Project Management Office (PMO) by ensuring support to Transnet Pipelines (TPL) Capital and Strategic Projects with regards to all Programme/ Project Controls functions. In addition ensuring that project cost and schedule tools are fully utilised and maintained to assist all project management to measure, forecast and track programme/ project related work.
• To manage the Programme / Project Controls team in accordance with best practice standards, corporate governance, policies, processes, systems and controls implemented within TPL.
• Develop and implement applicable reporting, schedule management, cost & change control / cost engineering, estimating/quantity surveying, project risk & opportunity management, project contracts management and strive for continuous improvement.
• The Senior Manager Project Controls will provide management and guidance across the multiple disciplines within the Programme/ Project Controls department within TPL.
• The Project Contracts management department that reports directly to the GM: Procurement and the Project Risk management department that reports directly to the Head of SHEQ & Risk will bymatrix management be informed of PMO contract and risk requirements by the Senior Manager: Project Controls at the portfolio level and on the Programmes/ Projects by the respective Project Controls Managers.

Position Outputs

• Produce, communicate and roll out the strategic level programme/ project controls approach, including documentation of programme/ project controls procedures that supports the approach, as set out by the TPL PMO.
• Accountable for successful management and implementation of each programme/ project controls strategy or plan as per Programme/ Project (reporting and forecasts for costs including exception reports, cost control, change management, estimates, quantity surveying, schedule management, risk and opportunity management).
• Provide TPL management and leadership duties to all key discipline managers within the corporate project controls team, ensuring that specific controls teams at both a corporate and project level are functioning and delivering to a high standard, that accuracy is achieved at all times, and integrated reporting reflects actual current status of projects based on the limitation of the project control tools.
• Provide the primary point of contact with the TPL PMO for all matters relating to project controls process, data, and reporting and support.
• In conjunction with Finance and Project Execution, provide input to establish, maintain and continuously enhance an integrated project critical controls framework for all aspects of control and project reporting across TPL.
• Oversee and guide the peer review, governance and assurance of projects by active participation of the Project Control team in peer reviews and audits within TPL Capital and Strategic Projects, project review meeting, providing of clear, accurate project assessments and giving proactive advice to drive successful project completion.
• Work closely with Project Directors, Principal Project Managers, Senior Manager Projects Portfolio, Principal Construction Manager within the function and contract management, risk management, and engineering/ technical (outside the function) to define detailed measurement and scheduling criteria
• To be the communication link to the respective Project Directors/ Principal Project Managers and Project Controls Managers running the large Programmes/ Projects and relevant other functional management
• Drive the implementation of the controls principles through support and training for the project management and operational community as required by TPL.
• Support and implement any client specific process as identified by the TPL PMO.
• Management of Project Control staff recoveries (owners team cost - hours and direct costs) against specific projects as part of the project cost management and optimise the utilisation of available resources.
• Oversee that all key staff members within the Project Controls Team have current and relevant training in support of the TPL PMO tools and processes being adopted.
• Ensures that all work undertaken by the Project Controls Team is executed safely and meets or exceeds safe goals, practices and policies and is in accordance with Transnet Governance.
• Decisive Leadership in mentoring, managing, team building and motivation of Programme/ Project Controls personnel in the PMO and on Programmes/ Projects

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying/ Building Science/ Engineering/ Construction/ Business/ Finance.
• Min 12 years experience of which 5 years at managerial level in a complex large multidisciplinary project environment, managing project controls.

OR

• B Tech/ National Higher Diploma in Quantity Surveying/ Building Science/ Engineering/ Construction/ Business/ Finance.
• Min 15 years experience of which 5 years at managerial level in a complex large multidisciplinary project environment, managing project controls.

Experience

• in presenting and analysing project cost, schedule and related data to both project level team and Senior/ Executive management.
• Professional registration in project controls discipline (e.g. PrQS/ CO/ PMISP/ CRMP). PMI or equivalent will be an added advantage

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Position Purpose

• Drive alignment across Transnet on behalf of the Group Chief of Security to maximize value creation and ensure achievement of strategic objectives
• Provide strategic support to the Group Chief of Security in overseeing and monitoring the business of the department across all dimensions in order to provide assurance to the Chief Security Officer on the realisation of the required strategic impact and business results
• Champion value creation and lead improvement in all facets of Group Security to facilitate enhanced performance, decision making and mitigation of risks and exposures
• Support the office of the Group Chief of Security with regards to special projects as required
• Serve as liaison between staff, executives and senior leaders, regarding company climate, employee well-being, project updates, proposals, and planning.
• Oversee daily operations through collaboration with senior management and department leaders, performing an array of business analysis tasks for the effective and efficient functioning of the Group Chief of Security’s office.
• Build and develop relationships with all employees for increased efficiency and effective responsiveness into existing operations, and help to define new operational strategies, working with Group Chief of Security and executives on special projects.

Position Outputs

The key components of the role include:

• Provide strategic and tactical support and advice to the Chief Security Officer and the department at large
• As part of the management team, contribute to the development of a comprehensive integrated programmes and initiatives to meet business requirements
• Obtain and interrogate business analytics from all Group Security functions in the organisation in order to gain insights on compliance, and current and emerging trends and developments to inform management decision making
• Ensure effective short, medium and long-term planning by all the Group Security functions in the organisation, ensuring risk identification and appropriate mitigating plans and actions
• Communicate strategies and plans, and embed risk awareness and compliance to policies and relevant legislation
• Establish a structured quarterly review of the Portfolios’ performance and for monitoring of key initiatives
• Design reporting templates and performance dashboards to ensure effective and meaningful reporting and compliance
• Liaise and engage with key stakeholders to ensure integration of programmes, initiatives, services and activities to enhance the effective functioning and performance of Group Security
• Direct and manage matters emanating from governance structures and ensure that appropriate action is timeous and adequate
• Monitor and ensure the building and management of sound relationships with key internal and external stakeholders by all Group Chief of Security functions
• Coordinate the development of annual budgets for the cost centres reporting to the Group Chief of Security and monitor and report on expenditure
• Oversee establishment of credible internal systems, competencies and governance processes to enable the successful achievement of the required business performance
• Drive integration of the Group Chief of Security inputs for the Corporate Plan and Integrated Report.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelors graduate degree in social, law, military, police or management sciences with a focus on socio-economic research, sustainability, or related fields.
• Knowledge of basic social science research methodology and basic project management skills would be desirable.
• Minimum 12 years’ experience in a large organisation with a complex operations environment of which at least 5 years at a managerial level focused on security risk management, research and analysis.
• Forensic investigations and vetting qualification will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of Transnet’s mandate and business
• Strategy development and business planning
• Requirement of trust and honesty in the handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19