Project Assistant

Recruiter:

Pro Personnel

Job Ref:

RTB003247/R

Date posted:

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Location:

Mooinooi, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Location: North West
Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract, with possibility of extension
An opportunity is available for an organised and proactive Project Assistant to provide administrative and coordination support to a project management team within a mining and engineering environment.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements Matric, with a relevant administrative or project management qualification. 2-3 years' experience in project administration or a similar administrative support role. Experience in document control, maintaining project registers and coordinating project documentation. Working knowledge of project management principles, progress tracking and procurement administration. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook. Good written and verbal communication skills. Advantageous Experience Previous experience within the mining, engineering or construction industry. Experience liaising with contractors, suppliers and project stakeholders. Familiarity with project safety, governance and compliance procedures. Key Responsibilities Provide administrative support to the project management team and maintain accurate project records, registers and correspondence. Coordinate project meetings, prepare minutes and follow up on outstanding action items. Assist with project progress reporting, schedule tracking and monitoring deliverables and deadlines. Provide procurement administration support, including purchase orders and variation tracking. Coordinate communication between internal project teams, contractors and suppliers. Ensure project documentation is properly maintained and readily accessible. Assist with general project coordination to support the effective execution of project activities. Candidate Attributes Excellent organisational, time management and multitasking skills. High attention to detail and strong recordkeeping abilities. Proactive, reliable and able to work independently under pressure. Professional communication skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Strong follow-up and problem-solving abilities.

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