Mechatronics Electronic Project Manager

AVI Limited


Date: 1 day ago
City: Cape Town, Western Cape
Contract type: Full time
GROW A GREAT CAREER WITH THE COMPANY THAT GROWS GREAT BRANDS!

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.

Grow, Innovate, Succeed! We have an incredible opportunity for a Mechatronics Electronic Project Manager at I&J Trawling Division in the Waterfront, Cape Town. In this role, you will be responsible for project planning, executing, and closing off of projects at I&J Trawlers. Provide technical support to vessel superintendents on vessel electronics, control systems and remote monitoring systems.

Reporting Structure

  • Reports to: Technical Services Manager

Key Areas Of Impact

Project Planning

  • Determine the project scope of work
  • Present Business Case Proposals
  • Determine the budget and communicate to various internal stakeholders
  • Submit tender documentation to the 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
  • Do a stakeholder analysis
  • Setup a Quality Control Plan (QCP) for the evolution, where required
  • Assist the Asset Care Manager (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
  • Control the coordination of the work schedule
  • Manage the allocated project team assets
  • Liaise with ACM on QCP and maintenance items, where and when required
  • Ensure the sign off on relevant QCP documents
  • Sign on any approved variation orders and 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, signed off and filed
  • Records of QCP and final costs to be captured and submitted
  • Sign off stakeholders, where relevant
  • All contractors paid and work closed with delivered submission of a consolidated project report service reports

Technical Support

  • Support Vessel Superintendents in analysing and resolving electronics issues reported by the vessels.
  • Initiate and maintain communication with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM’s) during the process of fault finding and resolving issues.
  • Draft technical reports and briefs for equipment failures at the request of engineering management.

What It Takes To Succeed

Experience that set you up for success:

  • Project Management experience with Marine exposure

Qualifications & Certifications That Will Contribute To Your Success

  • BSc/BEng/BTech Mechatronics or BSc/BEng/BTech Electrical & Electronics qualification or equivalent.
  • Marine Electrical & Electronic experience.
  • Professional certifications in Project Management would be advantageous.

Take the Next Step with I&J

Join us to shape the future of South African seafood while making a meaningful impact on communities and the environment and be part of a team committed to excellence and making a positive impact.
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