Objective:
Responsible for estimating the cost of projects, with a specific focus on the inputs (labour, materials, consumables, sundry) for HME capital and repair in the Repair Department.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Utilize technical drawings, specifications, and other relevant information to accurately estimate the cost of steel HME projects involving heavy manufacturing processes, including cutting, bending, chamfering, boiler making, and welding.
Analyze steel material requirements based on project specifications, considering material type, thickness, and quantity.
Conduct detailed cost analysis for labour, materials, equipment, and overheads to determine project costs accurately.
Prepare comprehensive and competitive scope of work documents for projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client requirements and company standards.
Identify and assess potential risks and uncertainties associated with project estimates, proposing appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with suppliers to obtain competitive pricing for materials and services, negotiating favourable terms and conditions to optimize project costs.
Facilitate and document kick-off meetings and close-off meetings for all repair projects.
Maintain accurate and organized documentation of estimates, including cost breakdowns, assumptions, and supporting data.
Continuously evaluate and improve estimating processes and methodologies to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and competitiveness.
Update the PMO with status reports on quoting.
Work closely with the Commercial department regarding all related aspects.
Undertake site/factory visits to ascertain a deeper understanding of project/steel HME scopes of work.
Any other supplementary task or duty that is reasonably necessary to carry out the main function or duty of the job.

Education & Training:
NQF Level 5 in a related field (Operations/Engineering) advantageous
Qualified artisan (Boilermaking/welding) training or work in a suitable past position advantageous)

Knowledge & Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar position.
Piece part creation knowledge, exposure, and experience.
Experience with Q&T steel structures in a HME mining sphere.
Fabrication methods and input knowledge, exposure, and experience (FCAW, boilermaking, fettling, machining, etc).
ISO & OSHAS systems knowledge, exposure, and experience.
Project management insights.

Skills & Abilities:
Negotiation and explanation skills.
Ability to work on own initiative and manage time effectively.
Knowledge of technical drawing interpretation.
Ability to see context across units and systems.
Demonstrate operational initiative and acumen.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.
Physically fit and able to walk around for long periods.
Effective interaction with a diverse population.
Collaborative team player.
Ability to convert fabrication needs into human efforts.