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Job Description

• A leading industrial company is seeking an experienced Refinery Plant & Operations Manager with strong operational, safety, and team leadership capabilities to ensure efficient, compliant, and high-quality refinery output.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily refinery operations, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and timelines are met.
• Maintain full compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations and manage SHEQ systems.
• Lead and develop refinery staff, fostering a high-performance and safety-focused culture.
• Implement preventative and corrective maintenance plans to ensure equipment reliability.
• Manage production scheduling and coordinate with procurement, sales, and dispatch.
• Oversee stock levels, monthly inventories, and material procurement.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure products meet required quality specifications.
• Track and control production, maintenance, and energy costs while monitoring key KPIs.

Requirements:

• Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering (preferred).
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in refinery or petrochemical operations.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and exposure to SCADA/PLC systems.
• Solid understanding of ISO standards, safety protocols, and refinery equipment operation.

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Job Description

• A dynamic industrial company is looking for an experienced Internal Sales Trader with a strong background in fasteners, engineering, or industrial supply. The successful candidate will provide efficient sales support, maintain customer relationships, and assist in order processing within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Respond promptly to customer calls and emails, providing accurate quotations and product information.
• Assist customers in selecting suitable fasteners based on application, material, grade, and standards.
• Follow up on quotations to convert them into sales orders.
• Capture and process customer orders accurately, confirming pricing and stock availability.
• Coordinate with Warehouse and Procurement teams to ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Maintain updated customer records, price lists, and backorder follow-ups.
• Develop product knowledge and recommend alternatives when stock is unavailable.
• Collaborate with sales team and management to achieve targets.

Requirements:

• Matric (Grade 12) required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of internal sales experience in fasteners, engineering, or industrial supply.
• Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy (ERP systems, MS Office & Outlook 365).
• Ability to work under pressure, multitask, and prioritize urgent orders.

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Job Description

• A well-established company in the manufacturing and supply chain industry is looking for an experienced Shipping Specialist with a strong background in import, export, and transportation logistics to plan, execute, and optimise end-to-end shipping activities while ensuring compliance, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, map, and review shipping plans aligned to sales and financial forecasts
• Consolidate quarterly shipping plans to optimise costs
• Monitor and manage monthly shipping budgets against project allocations
• Manage and improve shipping and distribution methods to enhance efficiency
• Provide logistics and shipping support for new and potential orders
• Propose shipping solutions for local and international customers
• Manage SLAs and performance of third-party service providers (freight forwarders, clearing agents, transporters)
• Oversee customs submissions and shipping documentation for imports and exports
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations, INCOTERMS, and applicable legislation
• Prepare shipping reports and presentations for management and project planning

Requirements:

• Diploma in Shipping, Maritime, Logistics, Transportation, or NQF 6 equivalent
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in shipping, logistics, or transportation, including imports and exports
• Strong knowledge of customs, VAT, and shipping regulatory requirements
• Extensive experience with INCOTERMS and transport compliance standards
• Understanding of dangerous and/or flammable goods handling (advantageous)
• Experience working with ERP systems; SAP knowledge beneficial
• Valid Code 08 driver’s licence
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment