Sales/Production Estimator (Port Elizabeth) at NOV

As Sales/Production Estimator in the Production division you will be responsible to provide accurate quote estimates based on a defined scope of work, supporting external quotation activities and processes, upon request from various internal departments/divisions, in line with NOV quality standards and specifications. Quote estimates can range from manufacturing of new or repair of existing equipment, which includes material, consumables, internal labour and outside vendor services. Internal labour activities include the disciplines of Machining, Fabrication, Welding, NDE, Coating, Assembly and Testing.

• Generate/Distribute manufacturing/repair quote estimates based on the defined scope of work.
• Request quotations from suppliers/outside vendors (material / consumables / services).
• Monitor & analyze quote estimates during and upon completion of projects.
• Maintain a record of project estimated data.
• Work closely with Production Planning and department managers/supervisors on updating projects for customer requirements.
• Ensure all incoming customer purchase orders are captured within the ERP system.
• Support Sales Team/CRR’s with following-up on delivery dates and billing.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:

• Grade 12 with relevant apprenticeship in related trade (Turning, Milling, Welding or Boilermaker preferred) and / or engineering related tertiary qualification an advantage
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Manufacturing, Heavy Engineering, Planning and /or Project Management.
• Sound knowledge of welding, machining and NDE, processes favourable for estimation related activities.
• Estimation and budgeting of engineering / manufacturing projects

Technical/System

• Microsoft Office Suite
• RigDoc knowledge, basic to advanced knowledge level preferable
• Proficiency preferred in NOV systems including, Tracker, RigOffice, Team Centre, ERP (Glovia)
• Interpret schematics, drawings and bill of materials