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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 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:                       

• Minimum 3 year Project Management experience with Marine exposure

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• BSc/BEng Mechatronics or BSc/BEng Electrical & Electronics qualification or equivalent is required.
• Professional certifications in Project Management, Marine Engineering or Mechanical engineering would be advantageous

Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• Experience in Marine Engineering Project Management

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.