Project & Operation Manager (JR33734)

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

Role: Project & Operation Manager
Internal Position Title: Senior Engineer – Projects (33734)
Role Base: Colombia (Bogotá) or Guyana
Travel Percentage: 50 – 75% of the time
Code: JR 33734

The Project & Operation Manager provides senior level engineering input into the planning and implementation of capital projects and plant turnarounds.

What you will be doing

•    Provide mechanical engineering support on capital projects and existing plants and assets. 
•    Ensure statutory and regulatory asset compliance provided by the project team.
•    Manage design resources. Drive business improvement (savings implementation, governance, and process). 
•    Provide regional engineering and capital expenditure support. 
•    Provide cost center management support. 
•    Ensure all designs produced comply with relevant regulatory and corporate standards. 
•    Ensure design requests are documented using the SAP work order system and supported by concept papers, scopes of work, and design reviews, as appropriate. 
•    Maximize the use of existing designs by ensuring component and concept design standardization for fixed plant and mobile equipment. 
•    Prepare design project estimates, as appropriate. 
•    Manage project design and design resources effectively.
•    Seek improvements in customer outcomes by considering customer perspectives. 
•    Ensure work is appropriately defined so that design outcomes and processes meet customer expectations.
•    Share technical and commercial knowledge with the global engineering group. 
•    Manage relationships with internal business units and external service providers for the timely implementation of cost-effective design solutions.
•    Evaluate protection systems to ensure compliance with the Group's security objectives. 
•    Provide technical advice and assist, as agreed, in the investigation of significant incidents.
•    Develop engineering standards that define tasks, operating parameters, protection requirements, installation practices, etc., for various applications.

What you will bring

•    Mechanical or Civil Engineer, Mechanical Industrial Engineer, or a related field. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with a variety of processes. 
•    With 10 years of experience in the project area.
•    Familiarity with financial principles and procedures. 
•    Experience subcontracting companies and managing services. 
•    Strong background in supplier management. 
•    Proven ability to oversee both in-house and third-party personnel. 
•    Effective leadership and communication skills in multicultural settings. 
•    Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities. 
•    Strong influence skills and a track record of achieving results. 
•    Capable of working independently and managing tasks autonomously. 
•    Flexible and adaptable, with the willingness to travel for extended periods.
•    Proficient in the use of tools such as SAP, SF, Concur, analysis and visualization software, engineering applications, and more.
•    Professional proficiency in advanced English.
 

How you shape and influence others

* Demonstrates courage, models resilience and flexibility
* Possess unquestioned reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character
* Builds the trust of others  
* Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal and communication skills
* Self-aware and open to feedback 
* Strong attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy, integrity & accountability
* Work effectively across business unit boundaries to develop and align diverse stakeholders 
* High level decision making & problem solving skills
* Self-motivated, well organised and logical, with ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
* Strong people management and influencing skills
 

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.