Mechanical Project Manager

At I&J, part of AVI, we combine close to 115 years of excellence with a forward-thinking approach to the fishing industry. As a leader in premium seafood, including Cape Hake and farmed Cape Abalone, we are committed to sustainability, innovation, and empowering local communities. Our latest innovation, Air-Fri’kn Amazing, brings bold flavours and crispy perfection to your air fryer, showcasing our passion for quality and customer-centric excellence.

Why Join I&J?

• Industry Leader: Work with a renowned brand known for premium Cape Hake and farmed Abalone.
• Sustainability Focused: Contribute to responsible fishing practices with MSC accreditation.
• Community Impact: Be part of a company that empowers and invests in local communities.

Your Next Career Move Starts Here! Join our I&J Trawling Division in the Waterfront, Cape Town as MECHANICAL PROJECT MANAGER and play a key role in project planning, executing and closing off of projects.

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Technical Services Manager

Key Areas of Impact:
Project Planning

• Determine the project scope of work.
• Determine the budget and communicate to various internal stakeholders.
• Submit tender documentation to various potential service providers.
• Evaluate quotes for completeness, accuracy and cost.
• Liaise with the procurement department to allocate the winning tenders.
• Draw up a project plan and do a stakeholder analysis.
• Setup a Quality Control Process (QCP) for the evolution, where required.
• Assist the Adaptive Customer Management (ACM) to setup the project commissioning checklist.

Project Execution

• Drive the take on meeting with various contractor stakeholders.
• Attend daily project update and planning meetings.
• Submit a daily status reports on project costs and schedule and control the coordination of the work schedule.
• Manage the allocated project team assets.
• Liaise with ACM on QCP and maintenance items.
• Ensure the sign off on relevant QCP documents.
• Sign on any approved variation orders – communicate the deviation of costs as it arises.
• Re-commissioning all systems on boards with a commission checklist.

Project Close off

• Ensure all commissioning and documentation is in place.
• Records of QCP and final costs to be captured and submitted.
• Sign off stakeholders, where relevant.
• Ensure all contractors are paid and that work is closed off with delivered submission of a consolidated project report service reports.

What It Takes to Succeed:
Experience that set you up for success:

• 3 years’ experience in Project Management in the ship repair business
• 4 years’ experience in Marine Engineering Project Management would be advantageous

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• A completed Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent is required
• The ideal candidate will hold a National Technical Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or Marine Engineering Certificate Class 2 Unlimited
• Certificate in Project Management, Marine Engineering would be advantageous

Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• Required to travel to sites and to work extended hours when required