Principle Specialist, CTO Project Management, Vanderbijlpark S2

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Listing status:
Online

Apply by: 20 February 2026

Job category:
Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing

Contract:

Permanent

Remuneration:
Market Related

EE position:
No

Part of the worldwide Arcelor Mittal group with an industrial presence in 27 countries, Arcelor Mittal South Africa Limited is the largest steel producer on the African continent, with a production capacity of 5 million tonnes of liquid steel per annum. Both flat and long steel is produced in hundreds of grades and specifications. Steel is as relevant as ever to the future success of our world.

As one of the only materials to be completely reusable and recyclable, it will play a critical role in building the circular economy of the future. Steel will continue to evolve, becoming smarter, and increasingly sustainable. At Arcelor Mittal, our goal is to help build a better world with smarter steels. At Arcelor Mittal South Africa, our "We Care" value drives our unwavering commitment to safety and zero harm for our employees.

We seek applicants who share this dedication and are ready to uphold our high safety standards.

Arcelor Mittal is hiring for a Principal Specialist, CTO Project Management position in Vanderbijlpark

• Manage subordinates as well as a multidiscipline group of project management people, including contractors.
• Fully understand the AMSA 5- and 10-year Strategy and Capex plans.
• Give guidance and mentor young project managers and engineers.
• Ensure safety on site and compliance with all SHERQ related requirements.
• Oversee project management activities.
• Consulting, feasibility studies, site supervision and quality control.
• Cost control and estimates, cash flow predictions and management of budgets.
• Document control and filing.
• Detail planning and execution of shutdowns and project programs.
• Progress control.
• Liaison with clients, contractors and sub-contractors.
• Improve the plants with minimal investment.
• Addressing risks due to age, incident damage, neglected deterioration and a changing business environment.
• Develop, model and implement sound mechanical solutions to eliminate recurring plant problems.

• B Eng Mechanical (NQF 8/10)
• 10 years plus experience in positions requiring project implementation, engineering and maintenance.
• Optimization of plant processes and cross functional leadership, of which 8 years minimum at senior level.
• Exposure to AM best practices within plant environment.
• Substantial experience in conducting project feasibility studies including a sound financial understanding of project profitability.
• Provide a multi-disciplinary approach and coordination
  • To cover all aspects required in larger or more intricate projects and problems
  • Function as a floating engineer for various plants within AMSA
  • Provide technical support on high risk and growing problems
  • Sharing experience & expertise with newer technical personnel
  • Assist plant technical teams in decision making and idea evaluations
  • Manage identified tasks during plant shutdowns
• Take technical lead on identified projects
  • Develop solution concepts
  • Check feasibility and quality to ensure planning for successful execution
  • Focus on safe & efficient execution methods
• Excellent communication, presentation skills, including capacity for writing and speaking to an internal and external audience, across all hierarchical levels Analytical problem-solving skills and demonstrated capabilities to solve complex issues.
• Computer and digital media literate; comfortable with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Projects and analytics systems.

• Strategic thinker, long term vision.
• Mathematically strong.
• Good simulation and optimization background.
• Creativity, innovation and ability to challenge status-quo.
• Stress resistant and capacity to perform in stressful environment.
• Open-minded and flexible person with intercultural personality.
• A team player with capacity to listen, understand and influence.
• Autonomous, reliable and performance driven.
• Optimistic and enthusiastic.
• Candidates should have relevant project – and contract management skills.
• Candidates should have relevant site supervision skills and knowledge.
• Candidates should have excellent communication skills.
• Candidates should have a sound knowledge of the OHSA Act, and specifically the Construction Regulations of the OHS Act No 85 of 1993, as well as all other relevant standards applicable to the construction industry.
• Candidates should be able to function as part of an engineering team in a business-driven environment.