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EXXARO IS HIRING
PROJECT PLANNER
Details
Closing Date
2026/09/25
Reference Number
EXX260914-2
Exxaro Reference Number
P40146553
Job Title
Project Planner
Business Unit / Division
Grootegeluk Coal
Job Type Classification
Permanent
Location - Town / City
Lephalale
Location - Province
Limpopo
Location - Country
South Africa
Job Advert Summary
Exxaro Resources is looking for a skilled Project Planner to join our team at Grootegeluk Coal in Lephalale, Limpopo. This permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and mentor planning professionals while ensuring mining projects are delivered on time and within budget. You will manage project schedules, monitor progress, perform critical path and earned value analyses, and provide regular updates to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, expertise in MS Projects or Primavera, and extensive experience in mining project planning. Join Exxaro, a company committed to safety, innovation, diversity, and sustainable growth. Advance your career with a dynamic and supportive employer driving impactful projects in the mining industry. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team.
Minimum Requirements
- National Diploma in a relevant field (Essential/Minimum).
- Certificate First Line Management (Recommended/Desirable)
- Certificate Project Management (Recommended/Desirable)
- Minimum of 8 years' experience in project planning, specifically within the mining or heavy industry sector, with exposure to medium to large projects.
- Proficiency in project management software such as MS Projects or Primavera.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills with proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Excellent analytical skills for conducting critical path and earned value analyses to monitor project performance and identify improvement areas.
- Effective communication and teamwork capabilities, including experience mentoring and coaching planning professionals.
- Competence in MS Office Suite relevant packages (Essential/Minimum).
- Valid Public Driving License, Code B (Essential/Minimum).
- Ability to ensure compliance with company standards, governance, and Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to present project-related information clearly to stakeholders.
- Psychometric Assessment (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)
- Certificate of Fitness (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)
Duties & Responsibilities
- Mentor and coach planning professionals, ensuring adherence to company standards, best practices, and development of accurate project schedules including tasks, milestones, and deadlines.
- Monitor and track progress of project plans, performing critical path and earned value analyses to identify deviations and ensure timely project delivery within budget.
- Maintain up-to-date project programmes, communicate changes to relevant stakeholders, and provide regular progress reports to project managers and clients.
- Support compliance with company governance, Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) policies to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
- Coordinate and liaise with operational personnel to align project schedules with project scope, customer requirements, and contractual obligations.
- Ensure document control and adherence to Enterprise Project Management (EPM) standards through centralized capturing systems and quality assurance checks.
- Participate in the evaluation and continuous improvement of project planning standards, tools, and methodologies to enhance business performance and operational efficiency.
- Provide technical support for capital cost planning and schedule validation, offering expert guidance and support on estimation and schedule development.
- Drive functional excellence by standardizing and simplifying processes, promoting best practices, and fostering a culture of accountability and discipline within the project planning team.
- Represent the company in meetings with clients and stakeholders, communicating project planning status effectively and ensuring customer satisfaction through reliable service delivery.
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Policy
The appointment will be made in accordance with the Exxaro Employment Equity Policy. Please view the Exxaro Privacy Policy for more information on how we handle your personal data.
SPECIALIST, PERFORMANCE REPORTING AND FINANCIAL SYSTEMS
Details
Closing Date
2026/09/25
Reference Number
EXX260910-1
Exxaro Reference Number
P40239063
Job Title
Specialist, Performance Reporting and Financial Systems
Business Unit / Division
Exxaro Corporate Centre (The ConneXXion)
Job Type Classification
Permanent
Location - Town / City
Centurion
Location - Province
Gauteng
Location - Country
South Africa
Job Advert Summary
Exxaro Resources is seeking a Specialist, Performance Reporting and Financial Systems to join our team in Centurion, Gauteng. This permanent role is essential to supporting and maintaining our financial planning, budgeting, and consolidation systems, including EPBCS and HFM. You will collaborate closely with IT, finance teams, and external vendors to ensure smooth system integration, accurate data management, and optimal performance. Key responsibilities include system administration, financial process support, reporting, and ongoing system optimisation. Join Exxaro and be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, diversity, and sustainable growth. We offer a dynamic work environment that promotes professional development, creativity, teamwork, and accountability. Take this opportunity to grow your career with a trusted leader committed to your success and providing a safe, inclusive workplace.
Minimum Requirements
- BCom (Hons) Financial Accounting degree (Essential/Minimum).
- 1-2 years of experience as a system administrator for EPBCS and HFM financial planning, budgeting, and consolidation systems.
- Proficiency in Oracle Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) tools, specifically EPBCS and HFM.
- Strong understanding of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and consolidation processes.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage data integration, accuracy, and integrity across financial systems.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities to work with IT, finance teams, and external vendors.
- Knowledge of financial reporting standards, regulations, and cloud-based financial planning and analysis solutions.
- Familiarity with data mapping, transformations, loading processes, and integration tools.
- Experience supporting end-users through training, system support, and documentation.
- Psychometric Assessment (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)
- Certificate of Fitness (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)
Duties & Responsibilities
- Administer and maintain the EPBCS and HFM financial planning, budgeting, and consolidation systems, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability.
- Collaborate with IT, finance teams, and external vendors to ensure seamless integration and data accuracy across financial systems.
- Manage metadata, data forms, business rules, security settings, and system configurations in line with business requirements.
- Oversee data integration, mapping, transformations, and loading processes to maintain data integrity and consistency.
- Support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and consolidation processes by providing system expertise and end-user training.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance financial reports and dashboards within EPBCS and HFM to meet reporting standards and stakeholder needs.
- Monitor system logs, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement timely resolutions to ensure continuous system availability.
- Drive continuous improvements by identifying opportunities for system optimization and implementing upgrades and enhancements.
- Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, reporting system changes, updates, and issues in a clear and timely manner.
- Adhere to and promote health, safety, and environmental standards within the work environment, ensuring compliance with SHEC policies.
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P40239063 - Specialist Perf Reporting & Fin Systems CC E.pdf (82.75 kb) - 9/15/2026 11:47:53 AM
Policy
The appointment will be made in accordance with the Exxaro Employment Equity Policy. Please view the Exxaro Privacy Policy for more information on how we handle your personal data.
