Manufacturing Co-Ordinator x4 (Hay Level 14/C3) - Internal/External

Job Purpose

• The Manufacturing Coordinator (Project Coordinator) is responsible for the end-to-end coordination, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of manufacturing engineering projects.
• The role ensures that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, within budget, and in compliance with quality, safety, and operational requirements.
• Acts as the central coordination point between engineering, production, procurement, quality, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery from initiation to commissioning and handover.

Key Performance Areas

Job Requirements

1. Project Planning & Initiation.

• Support the definition of project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements
• Coordinate feasibility studies, site assessments, and pre-project evaluations
• Assist in business case preparation and project approval documentation
• Establish project governance structures and communication plans
• Develop project documentations e.g. BOM, QCP etc. and maintain Project File.
• Request of quotations for material, Items and / or services.Placement of orders on the Necsa workflow system

2. Project Execution Coordination

• Coordinate all project activities across engineering, production, procurement, and contractors
• Ensure alignment of project execution with approved plans, scope, and budget
• Schedule and facilitate project meetings, progress reviews, and site coordination sessions
• Track deliverables against project milestones and escalate deviations timeously
• Manage project documentation and version control

3. Stakeholder Management.

• Act as the primary liaison between internal departments and external suppliers/contractors
• Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders
• Ensure clear alignment between engineering design, production requirements, and operational readiness
• Coordinate approvals, sign-offs, and decision-making processes

4. Monitoring, Control & Reporting

• Monitor project progress against scope, cost, quality, and schedule baselines
• Maintain project dashboards, status reports, and KPI tracking systems
• Identify risks, delays, and bottlenecks and implement corrective actions
• Support project audits and compliance checks
• Ensure adherence to project governance standards and procedures

5. Procurement & Resource Coordination

• Coordinate procurement of materials, equipment, and services for projects
• Track delivery timelines and supplier performance
• Ensure availability of resources (labour, equipment, contractors) as per project plan
• Liaise with supply chain to prevent delays and shortages

6. Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all project activities comply with safety regulations and company standards
• Support risk assessments and method statements for project execution
• Coordinate quality inspections and acceptance testing
• Ensure compliance with ISO, ASME, engineering, and manufacturing standards

7. Project Closure

• Ensure successful handover of completed projects to operations/production teams
• Verify completion of all outstanding deliverables and actions
• Compile project close-out reports, lessons learned, and final documentation
• Declaring invoices and IWO’s for payment
• Ensure financial and contractual project closure

8. Continuous Improvement

• Identify process inefficiencies in project execution and recommend improvements
• Support implementation of project management best practices and tools
• Contribute to standardisation of project coordination processes across manufacturing

9. Safety

• Comply with Necsa's health and safety requirements and lead by example and attitude.
• BBS observations and safety incidents.
• Promote a Nuclear Safety Culture within AM
• Attend Quality/Safety training / awareness sessions and on-the-job training as scheduled.

10. Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Percentage of projects delivered on time
• Projects completed within approved budget
• Adherence to project scope and change control discipline
• Reduction in project delays and rework
• Stakeholder satisfaction ratings
• Successful commissioning and handover rate
• Accuracy and timeliness of project reporting

Key Knowledge & Skills:• Knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements and document control requirements• Knowledge of Necsa SHEQ requirements• Knowledge of access requirements• Systems knowledge:o Solomono Sharepointo Project registero Necsa Information Control• Understanding of financial processes, i.e. Procurement process, creditors, debtors, etc.:• Knowledge of MS Office

Technical and Behavioral Competencies• Problem Solving• Analytical Thinking & Attention to Detail• Time & Self-Management• Drive (Results Orientation)• Assertiveness• Excellence / Quality Orientation• Relationship Building• Customer Service Orientation• Communication• Teamwork• Safety Orientation • Telephone etiquette

Minimum Qualifications:

• Artisan (machining/boiler making/welding)/ Grade 12 with relevant trade seal Preferably Tertiary Technical OR

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering OR Diploma in Operations Management• General computer literate to at least intermediate level (Windows, MS Project, MS Word and Excel)

Minimum ExperienceMinimum 3-5 Years in technical operations experience in Manufacturing or Fabrication activities

Closing date: 20 August 2026

CONTACT PERSON: Ms. Brenda Berries

Tel: 012 305 3099

Building: H BuildingRoom: 318

Please apply online https://necsa.mcidirecthire.com/External/CurrentOpportunities before the closing date

Important: Necsa Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of the Employment Equity Act. In filling this position, preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups, in line with the organization’s Employment Equity objectives.

By applying for this position, applicants acknowledge and consent to Necsa Group conducting the necessary pre-employment checks. These may include verification of educational qualifications, employment history, and, where relevant to the position, criminal and credit checks through registered credit bureaus and/or the South African Police Service, particularly for roles involving trust, honesty, or the handling of cash and finances. Necsa Group reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time prior to the closing date. Furthermore, the organization reserves the right not to make an appointment should a suitable candidate not be identified