Ivindo Iron - Construction Manager (PPP)

Construction Manager – Gabon PPP Project

An exciting opportunity exists for a highly motivated individual to join the Belinga Project team as the Construction Manager.

The Belinga Project is located in the Republic of Gabon, Central Africa, and is potentially one of the world’s largest undeveloped, high-grade hematite deposits. Ivindo Iron, the Joint Venture between Fortescue Metals Group and the Africa Transformation and Industrialization Fund (ATIF), will evaluate and look to develop the Belinga Project.

Role Overview:

This role will be an integral part of the Belinga Project execution team and focus on the safe installation and construction of the onsite infrastructure. The role will be required to manage the installation, and commissioning aspects of the project and be ultimately responsible for delivering it safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Key accountabilities will include:

• Oversee construction activities on the Project across civil, mechanical, structural and electrical disciplines
• Support and lead the project construction team
• Lead the interface works between packages to ensure smooth delivery and handover
• Provide guidance to Operations team
• Overseeing and assisting onsite contractors completing minor construction works
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with project stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate budget and schedule forecasts for on-site works.
• Manage project communications including escalation of issues with site and Perth teams.

Qualifications and skills:

• Construction Management
• Bilingual French/English is advantageous.
• Demonstrated capability of working in Western / Central African Countries
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience overseeing/assisting contractors completing minor construction works.
• Effective and practical approach to managing on site safety
• Strong and effective leadership skills for the execution team

Other:

• The role will be at the Project location in Belinga on a roster basis

Our values drive our culture and performance through a strong focus on safety, family and determination. We celebrate and respect people’s differences and commit to providing an inclusive work environment. This is an exciting time to join Fortescue.

We encourage Aboriginal Australians and female candidates to apply.

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