Cape Refractory Industries is seeking a Project Coordinator in Cape Town
Cape Refractory Industries is seeking a Project Coordinator to support project planning, scheduling, coordination, and administration. The role will assist the Project Administrator and Project/Installations Manager in ensuring projects are executed efficiently and on schedule. This position is a 3 month contract that may be extended.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with project planning, schedules, and progress tracking
- Coordinate labour, materials, and site requirements
- Support project administration (documentation, purchase orders, records)
- Compile basic reports, meeting notes, and updates
- Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and site personnel
- Assist with quality and safety documentation
- Provide general support during shutdowns and project execution
Minimum Requirements
- Diploma or studying towards a qualification in Project Management or related field
- 2–4 years’ experience in a project/admin role (industrial/construction environment advantageous)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially MS Projects)
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks
Additional Requirements
- Person of sober habits
- Strong personality
- Team player
- Good communication skills
- Valid driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle
- 100% healthy with no chronic illnesses and a good attendance track record
- Willing to learn, must be focussed and conscientious
- Attention to detail
- Self-motivated
- Active and enthusiastic
- Good organisational skills
- Computer literate
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite is mandatory
- QS experience a definite advantage
- Experience in compiling of tenders for the construction industry is a definite advantage
Reporting Line
Reports to: Installations division Manager
Works closely with: Project Administrator and site teams
