Morne Pelser
About Morne Pelser
Morne Pelser is the Group Manager of Project Controls at Ivanhoe Mines, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in project controls, having worked in various managerial roles across several companies in South Africa.
Work at Ivanhoe Mines
Morne Pelser has been serving as the Group Manager Project Controls at Ivanhoe Mines since 2022. In this role, he oversees project controls functions, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget. His experience in project management and controls is instrumental in driving the company's strategic initiatives in South Africa.
Previous Experience at Kamoa Copper S.A.
Before joining Ivanhoe Mines, Pelser worked as the Senior Project Controls Manager at Kamoa Copper S.A. from 2019 to 2022. His responsibilities included managing project controls and contributing to the successful execution of various projects within the organization, located in the City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Career at RSV ENCO
Pelser played a significant role at RSV ENCO, where he served as Executive: Project Controls from 2012 to 2015. He was the youngest member appointed to the Executive board and contributed to strategic decision-making. He managed a team of 12 resources, including Cost Engineers, Planners, and Document Controllers, overseeing multiple projects and establishing in-house capacity for project controls and procurement.
Education and Expertise
Morne Pelser studied at North West University, where he achieved a B.Com Honours in CPA. His education spanned from 2002 to 2006. He also studied Com Financial Accounting (CPA) at the same institution, obtaining a B.Com CPA. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in project controls and financial management.
Professional Background
Pelser's professional background includes roles at notable companies such as Rio Tinto and Wesizwe Platinum Limited. At Rio Tinto, he worked as Project Controls Manager from 2017 to 2019, and at Wesizwe Platinum, he held the same title from 2015 to 2017. His experience across various sectors has equipped him with diverse skills in project management and controls.