Address135 Teakwood Rd, Jacobs, 4052, Durban, South Africa
About Defy Appliances
Defy Appliances (Pty) Ltd is Southern Africa’s largest manufacturer and distributor of major domestic appliances. The company markets its products under the Defy brand and offers the consumer a full range of kitchen, laundry and small domestic appliances.
Established in 1905, Defy made its debut ... read moreby manufacturing the first electric stove in South Africa. In the last 112 years, the brand has further entrenched its footprint in South African households through manufacturing durable goods such as gas ovens, washing machines, dryers and ovens. This led to Defy becoming the biggest white goods manufacturer in the country while presenting the largest product range in South Africa.
In 2011 Defy was attained by leading Turkish home appliance group, Arçelik. Having operations in durable consumer goods industry with production, marketing and after-sales services, Arçelik offers products and services around the world with its 30,000 employees, 18 different production facilities in 7 countries.
Please note that in order to purchase any product or for pricing queries, you will need to visit a retail outlet that sells kitchen and laundry appliances.
Defy operates three factories:
Jacobs
Ezakheni (Ladysmith)
East London
All factories have been accredited in terms of ISO 9001-2009.
Our products can be viewed online at www.defy.co.za or by visiting the various dealers countrywide
Sales & service centres are available country wide in the major provinces - please refer to our website www.defy.co.za for contact details and addresses.
Also like and follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/DefySouthAfrica/, Twitter twitter.com/defy_sa, Instagram instagram.com/defysa/.
Defy’s Cooking Appliance Range is at the heart of our business, bringing style to the ritual of baking and excitement to the idea of preparing a family feast in your home. Our Gemini Collection boasts a sleek and sophisticated new design, coupled with Feast Master Capacity, ideal for bulk cooking. Defy’s signature Thermofan Technology allows you to use both baking trays at the same time, cooking multiple dishes simultaneously without any flavour or aroma transfer.
Defy has recently included a stylish range of small domestic appliance which includes a range of blenders, juicers and coffee makers.
Our Cooling range has extensive range of NO FROST fridges which offers both DUAL COOLING technology (which basically means there is fan in the fridge for greater humidity control - better energy efficiency, better odour control, fresher food for longer) and a 4 star freezer.
Our DFF420 offers sophisticated Blue Light Technology, extending the life of your fresh produce.
Defy also offers the largest capacity in the market with a 1 meter wide range.
All Defy units offer an Auto Defrost fridge section, allows even static units to automatically drain any excess liquid through the back. Defy’s well-renowned chest freezer range offers a multimode function, allowing you the freedom to convert your unit between a fridge, chiller and freezer.
Our laundry range boasts Aquafusion technology in our front loaders which maximises washing power efficiency ensuring you get the most out of your detergent. Surf’s up with Defy Aquawave drum technology in both top and front loaders. The technology aids in more effective washing.
The company supports its brand position further through its own sales, warehousing, and distribution and after sales service functions.
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PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
In this role, the goal is to provide excellent customer service, resolve problems efficiently, and enhance customer satisfaction.
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The Toolroom Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and managing staff in the Toolroom which includes the Toolroom projects, Maintenance and Injection Moulding departments.
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You must currently be enrolled at a South African University pursuing a degree in ENGINEERING
You must be able to travel to the Defy offices between the above dates
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Book and dispatch repaired units in the workshop.
Preparing quotations for cash repairs in the workshop
Follow up on repaired units and arrangi
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This position is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Process Controller to join our team at defy Jacob’s plant. The Process Controller will b
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PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Defy Finance, Midrand branch is looking for a dynamic and professional finance admin assistant. The person will be responsible for carrying out account
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To Place and expedite orders on Local Suppliers to ensure components arrive on time to meet the Master production Schedule, and there are no production
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The Sales Executive will be responsible for merchandising, marketing, sales, and promotions for Nationals & Independents
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Developing a sol
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Achieving the branch spares sales budget.
Ensuring tele-selling to customers.
Process picking list for sales orders.
Pick and pack spares.
Capture sales orders on S
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Programs completed on time to ensure machines are continuously working across allocated shifts.
Programs are debugged to ensure no damage to equipment.
Programs a
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Checking of Parts according to Delivery notes/Shipment docs
Labelling/Marking of Components
Ensuring components are placed as per Stores requirements
Separating of Im
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To manage and implement platform projects from conceptual phase to implementation.
To design products/components and or make improvements/changes to existing products/ co
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Receives, inspects and pack spares in correct bin locations.
Quantity and condition of spares is checked at the point of receiving.
Queries to suppliers raised and time
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Create solutions and resolve repairs timeously.
Achievement the monthly Job completion quantity
Initiate, plan and Prioritize Urgent Calls.
Action timely and ac
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Manage and maintain all equipment and machinery, including but not limited to, Facilities, Utilities, and physical infrastructure.
Develop and implement maintenance schedu
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Process and manage cash receipts, staff sales, and creditors’ invoices.
Ensure accurate capturing on SAP and maintain up-to-date financial records.
Handle q
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Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their talent needs and develop effective sourcing strategies.
Utilize various channels, including job boards, social media,
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Supervise and lead maintenance team members on shift to ensure smooth operations.
Allocate work assignments and ensure completion of planned maintenance tasks.
Monitor and t
