A generalist recruitment company with specialised divisions acquiring the markets leading talent in engineering, renewable energy, manufacturing, FMCG manufacturing, finance, insurance, production, construction and mining.
Position Overview
- An established manufacturing organisation is seeking a highly experienced Production Manager to take responsibility for the effective management and continuous improvement of its First Floor production operations.
- The successful candidate will provide strong operational and technical leadership across the manufacturing function, ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining high standards across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People (SQDCP).
- This position requires a hands-on manufacturing leader with extensive production management experience who can optimise processes, improve productivity, manage people effectively and use operational data to drive sustainable improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Production Management
- Oversee day-to-day production operations.
- Ensure production plans and output targets are consistently achieved.
- Manage production schedules, workflows and resource allocation.
- Ensure production SOPs are reviewed, implemented and correctly followed.
- Set and monitor daily performance targets.
- Identify bottlenecks and production constraints and implement corrective action.
- Manage production non-conformances.
- Ensure raw materials are available to support production requirements.
- Optimise manufacturing capacity and resource utilisation.
Quality Management
- Lead and support continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.
- Ensure manufacturing processes consistently deliver products that meet required specifications and quality standards.
- Monitor and analyse quality performance indicators.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions.
- Drive reductions in rejects and rework.
- Support internal quality audits and ensure findings are addressed.
- Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Procurement, Logistics and other stakeholders to resolve quality and operational challenges.
- Develop a strong quality-conscious culture within the production team.
People Management
- Lead, develop and manage production teams.
- Provide operational and technical support to Production Supervisors and Team Leaders.
- Manage employee performance and productivity.
- Drive improvements in absenteeism.
- Manage overtime and staff costs.
- Ensure optimal staff utilisation.
- Address underperformance appropriately.
- Ensure effective communication across production teams.
- Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.
Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
- Lead Lean Manufacturing and value-stream improvement initiatives.
- Identify and eliminate waste within manufacturing processes.
- Improve process capability, productivity and operational efficiency.
- Monitor key manufacturing performance indicators.
- Implement visual management systems and operational dashboards.
- Drive cost reductions through improved labour productivity and material optimisation.
- Lead continuous improvement and productivity projects.
- Benchmark manufacturing performance and identify opportunities to improve competitiveness.
- Encourage innovation and employee involvement in process improvement.
Production Reporting
- Monitor daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly production performance.
- Report actual production performance against planned output.
- Analyse production and quality data.
- Use operational insights and performance trends to drive continuous improvement.
Health & Safety
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the production environment.
- Ensure employees comply with PPE and safety requirements.
- Identify and correct unsafe conditions and behaviour.
- Ensure machinery safety requirements are maintained.
- Promote and actively drive a strong safety culture.
Minimum Requirements
- NQF Level 7 qualification in Industrial Engineering or Operations Management.
- 10–15 years' production management experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Minimum 5 years' managerial experience.
- Strong production planning and manufacturing operations experience.
- Demonstrated Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement exposure.
- Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Strong leadership and people-management capability.
- Good understanding of maintenance planning.
- Sound understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
- Sound understanding of the South African labour framework.
- Competent in Microsoft Office applications.
Advantageous
- Management Development Programme certification.
- Syspro experience.
- Experience implementing visual management systems and production dashboards.
- Demonstrated experience delivering measurable productivity and cost improvements.
Ideal Candidate
- The ideal candidate is a highly visible, hands-on production leader who enjoys being on the manufacturing floor and understands how to translate production plans into measurable results.
- You should be comfortable leading through Supervisors and Team Leaders, working cross-functionally with Maintenance, Quality, Procurement and Logistics, and identifying opportunities to improve productivity, quality, cost and manufacturing efficiency.
- This opportunity will suit a Production Manager who combines strong people leadership with technical manufacturing knowledge and a continuous improvement mindset.
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Position Overview
- An established manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced and hands-on Production Manager – Night Shift to provide operational and technical leadership across its manufacturing operations.
- This is a senior production management position requiring an accomplished manufacturing professional who can take ownership of production performance during the night shift and ensure that operational targets are achieved safely, efficiently and consistently.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for driving performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People (SQDCP) while improving productivity, quality, resource utilisation and overall manufacturing efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Production Management
- Oversee night-shift production operations and ensure daily production targets are achieved.
- Monitor and manage production plans, schedules, workflows and output.
- Ensure production SOPs are correctly implemented and consistently followed.
- Set and monitor daily production and performance targets.
- Identify production constraints and implement corrective actions.
- Manage production non-conformances and operational challenges.
- Ensure the availability and replenishment of raw materials.
- Drive optimal utilisation of production capacity, labour and resources.
Quality Management
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.
- Ensure finished products consistently meet required quality standards and specifications.
- Monitor quality performance and identify trends requiring intervention.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions.
- Drive initiatives to reduce rejects and rework.
- Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Procurement and Logistics teams to resolve quality and production issues.
- Promote a strong quality-conscious culture across the production team.
People Leadership
- Lead and manage Production Supervisors, Team Leaders and production employees.
- Manage team performance, productivity and operational discipline.
- Ensure effective communication throughout the shift.
- Manage absenteeism, overtime and staff costs.
- Ensure optimal utilisation of available labour.
- Address employee underperformance and support performance improvement.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and applicable labour requirements.
Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
- Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve process capability.
- Drive productivity and efficiency improvement projects.
- Implement visual management systems and operational dashboards.
- Improve labour productivity and material utilisation.
- Identify and implement cost-reduction opportunities.
- Use manufacturing data and KPIs to identify performance improvement opportunities.
- Encourage employees to identify and implement innovative process improvements.
Health & Safety
- Maintain a strong safety culture across night-shift operations.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety requirements.
- Ensure employees use the required PPE.
- Identify and correct unsafe acts and conditions.
- Ensure machinery safety requirements are followed.
- Maintain excellent housekeeping standards throughout the production environment.
Reporting
- Monitor and report production and quality performance.
- Track actual production against planned production.
- Analyse operational data and manufacturing KPIs.
- Use performance information to drive corrective action and continuous improvement.
Minimum Requirements
- NQF Level 7 qualification in Industrial Engineering or Operations Management.
- 10–15 years' production management experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Minimum 5 years' managerial experience.
- Strong manufacturing and production leadership experience.
- Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling and performance management.
- Demonstrated Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.
- Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Good understanding of maintenance planning.
- Sound knowledge of Health & Safety requirements within a manufacturing environment.
- Sound understanding of the South African labour framework.
- Competent in Microsoft Office applications.
- Must be comfortable operating in a Night Shift manufacturing environment.
Advantageous
- Management Development Programme certification.
- Previous Syspro experience.
- Previous experience leading large or complex production teams.
- Experience implementing measurable productivity, cost-saving and process-improvement initiatives.
Ideal Candidate
- We are looking for a decisive and highly accountable manufacturing leader who is comfortable taking ownership of production operations during the night shift.
- The successful candidate will be able to lead teams independently, make sound operational decisions under pressure, resolve production and quality challenges quickly, and continuously drive improvements in safety, productivity, quality and cost performance.
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- Our client is seeking an experienced Millwright Maintenance Technician to execute electrical and mechanical planned, unplanned and corrective maintenance activities across the plant. The successful candidate will ensure equipment reliability and availability through safe, high-quality maintenance while providing technical support to operators and contributing to engineering and local projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute all electrical and mechanical maintenance activities safely and in accordance with required standards.
- Perform inspections, preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance work orders.
- Capture and maintain maintenance activities and work orders on the maintenance control system.
- Provide feedback on all planned and unplanned maintenance activities.
- Prepare detailed equipment breakdown reports.
- Conduct breakdown analysis and implement appropriate corrective actions and countermeasures.
- Participate in equipment breakdown root cause failure analysis.
- Ensure maintenance work is completed to the required quality standards and minimise equipment downtime.
- Provide technical support and training to production operators.
- Participate in technical improvement teams and identify opportunities for equipment and process improvements.
- Support the execution of Engineering and Local Projects.
- Maintain an organised workplace, documentation and toolboxes in accordance with 5S standards.
- Ensure all maintenance activities are accurately recorded on the ERP system.
- Collaborate with Production, Internal Logistics, QHSE and Global Maintenance & Projects teams.
- Engage with external stakeholders, product end users and relevant authorities when required.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- N6 in Electro-Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline will be advantageous.
- Trade Tested Millwright.
Experience
- 2–3 years' maintenance experience within the Food and Beverage industry.
- Proven experience performing both electrical and mechanical maintenance in a plant environment.
- Experience with planned, preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance.
- Experience working with maintenance management systems/CMMS.
- Experience conducting equipment breakdown analysis and root cause failure analysis.
Technical Knowledge
Strong knowledge of:
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
- Variable Speed Drives (VSDs).
- Electric motors and electrical circuits.
- Mechanical drive systems.
- Gearboxes.
- Compressors.
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Pumps.
- Industrial maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Problem-solving and root cause analysis tools.
- Basic welding.
- Basic HVAC systems.
- ERP and CMMS systems.
- Software Skills
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel.
- Microsoft Word.
- Microsoft PowerPoint.
- CMMS/Maintenance Management Systems.
- ERP systems.
Key Competencies
- Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Strong technical aptitude.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Good technical report writing skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Safety-conscious approach to maintenance activities.
- Ability to work effectively with production and technical teams.
- Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns.
- Strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
- Ability to maintain high standards of housekeeping and 5S.
- Proactive approach to identifying and resolving maintenance issues.
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- Our client is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to evaluate metallurgical processes and technical information to identify optimisation opportunities and support business growth. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise through site audits, process evaluations, test work, technical reporting and client training, while supporting sales and strengthening customer relationships.
- The role requires a technically strong and customer-focused engineer with experience in mineral processing and sampling, who can translate process data and audit findings into practical solutions that improve equipment performance and create opportunities for the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical input and support for equipment selection, quotations, tenders and margin strategies.
- Conduct enquiry reviews and technical assessments for process auditing activities.
- Identify opportunities to increase market share through technical support to existing and prospective customers.
- Report on market activities and opportunities identified through site audits and customer engagements.
- Participate in exhibitions, conferences, workshops and industry events to build brand recognition, expand product knowledge and identify new business opportunities.
- Standardise technical sections of audit, inspection, safety, reporting and training documentation.
- Manage customer requests, queries and complaints within agreed service level requirements.
- Evaluate process technology against customer requirements and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Conduct scheduled site visits and engage directly with designated customers.
- Deliver customer presentations covering process equipment, operating requirements and maintenance requirements.
- Provide technical training to customers, operators and plant or branch personnel.
- Conduct equipment-efficiency test campaigns and distribute reports to relevant stakeholders within agreed timelines.
- Perform variogram, nomogram and statistical interpretation of bias test results where required.
- Develop test work procedures and flowsheets based on samples, test requirements and equipment.
- Conduct and coordinate test work activities and compile detailed technical reports.
- Ensure all technical reports are accurately completed and submitted within required timelines.
- Submit expenditure and related documentation in accordance with company policies.
- Manage the issuing of FOC items for relevant test work within delegated authority.
- Prepare and distribute conference, workshop and event reports following participation.
- Adhere to QA/QC procedures and maintain internationally accepted quality standards.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable safety procedures, business requirements and OHSA requirements.
- Assist with the compilation and updating of operating and maintenance manuals.
- Communicate audit findings and recommended solutions to relevant engineering, process, quality, after-sales and sampling stakeholders.
- Collaborate with internal teams to develop and implement practical process improvement solutions.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Grade 12 / Matric.
- Degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Valid driver's licence.
Experience
- At least 3 years' experience in the mining sector in a processing plant environment.
- Working experience with samplers.
- Experience conducting process audits, test work and technical evaluations.
- Experience interpreting metallurgical and process data.
- Experience compiling technical reports and presenting findings to customers and stakeholders.
- Exposure to equipment efficiency testing and process optimisation would be advantageous.
Technical Knowledge
Strong understanding of:
- Mineral processing environments and metallurgical processes.
- Sampling equipment and sampling methodologies.
- Process audits and equipment performance evaluations.
- Test work procedures and flowsheet development.
- Equipment efficiency testing.
- Variograms and nomograms.
- Statistical interpretation of bias tests.
- Process optimisation and continuous improvement.
- QA/QC procedures and internationally accepted standards.
- Occupational health and safety requirements.
- Technical reporting and documentation.
- Software Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Microsoft Projects.
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Customer-focused approach.
- Strong technical and commercial awareness.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to customers and internal stakeholders.
- Persuasive and influential communication style.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
- Safety-oriented approach.
- Continuous improvement mindset.
- Continuous learner with the ability to remain current with industry developments.
- Strong planning and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
- Strong report writing and presentation skills.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work within a specialist mineral processing and engineering environment.
- Exposure to major customers, process audits, equipment testing and technical optimisation.
- Opportunity to contribute to business development through technical expertise and customer engagement.
- Exposure to sampling technologies, metallurgical processes and multidisciplinary engineering solutions.
- Opportunity to participate in industry exhibitions, conferences and technical events.
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- An established organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Accountant & HR Administrator to join its Head Office team.
- This is an excellent opportunity for a highly accurate, numerically strong payroll professional who combines hands-on payroll expertise with solid finance/accounting experience and HR administration capabilities.
- The successful candidate will play a key role in reviewing monthly payroll, investigating variances, performing payroll-to-General Ledger reconciliations, managing payroll accounting entries and supporting statutory compliance, while also providing comprehensive HR administrative support.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll & Accounting
- Review monthly payroll accurately and within required deadlines.
- Investigate payroll variances and identify reasons for discrepancies.
- Perform first-level payroll checks prior to final management sign-off.
- Conduct first reviews of monthly EMP201 returns.
- Assist with EMP501 reconciliations and submissions where required.
- Reconcile payroll to the General Ledger and investigate discrepancies.
- Prepare payroll journals and related accounting entries.
- Review and approve payroll journals and cost allocations.
- Review and approve employee and third-party payments.
- Prepare payroll reports and schedules for management and financial reporting.
- Assist with month-end and year-end accounting procedures.
- Provide supporting documentation during financial and payroll audits.
- Respond to salary-related queries from site management.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll, employee and financial information.
HR Administration
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee personnel records.
- Prepare employment packages, salary adjustment documentation, confirmation letters and other HR documentation.
- Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding.
- Provide recruitment administration support.
- Maintain accurate employee information across HR systems and masterfiles.
- Assist with employee benefits, medical aid and provident fund administration where applicable.
- Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual HR reporting.
- Prepare information for Scorecard audits and annual Employment Equity submissions.
- Provide general employee and HR administrative support.
- Ensure HR records and processes comply with company policies and applicable legislation.
Payroll & Legislative Compliance
- Ensure payroll calculations comply with applicable requirements.
- Assist with EMP201 and EMP501 submissions and reconciliations.
- Ensure compliance with PAYE, UIF, SDL and SARS payroll requirements.
- Apply relevant provisions of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) and other applicable employment legislation.
- Maintain accurate payroll, HR and statutory records.
- Assist with compliance audits and inspections.
- Ensure employee information is handled with appropriate confidentiality.
Minimum Requirements
- Diploma, Degree or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Finance, Payroll, Human Resources or a related field.
- 5–10 years' experience in Payroll and HR Administration.
- Minimum 5 years' Finance/Accounting experience.
- Practical, hands-on payroll processing experience.
- Strong experience with payroll reconciliations and payroll accounting.
- Knowledge of PAYE, UIF, SDL and SARS payroll requirements.
- Experience with EMP201 and EMP501 processes.
- Good understanding of South African employment legislation.
- Knowledge of African employment legislation would be advantageous but is not essential.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Experience working with payroll and/or accounting software.
- Strong numerical and reconciliation capabilities.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Payroll processing and review
- Payroll-to-General Ledger reconciliations
- Payroll journals and accounting entries
- PAYE, UIF and SDL
- SARS compliance
- EMP201 and EMP501
- HR administration
- Employee records management
- Strong Excel capability
- Excellent numerical ability
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong time management
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict payroll deadlines
- Professional communication and interpersonal skills
- High levels of confidentiality and integrity
The Ideal Candidate
- You are a detail-driven payroll professional who understands that payroll is about far more than simply processing salaries. You are comfortable reviewing payroll, interrogating variances, reconciling payroll to the General Ledger, working with journals and statutory submissions, and ensuring that every figure can be accounted for.
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- Our client is seeking a compassionate and technically capable Homecare Advisor to provide professional homecare support to patients using respiratory and related medical equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering and installing equipment, educating patients and caregivers on the correct and safe use of products, conducting routine patient visits and providing ongoing therapy support.
- This is a highly mobile, patient-facing role requiring strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver and connect respiratory care products and equipment at patients' homes
- Educate patients and caregivers on the correct and safe use of oxygen and respiratory equipment
- Provide ongoing patient support and ensure compliance with prescribed therapy
- Manage all administrative tasks and patient follow-ups relating to the existing customer base
- Support the acquisition and onboarding of new patients
- Conduct titration downloads and schedule patient appointments for routine visits and home sleep studies
- Coordinate CPAP appointments and confirm equipment deliveries
- Ensure timely delivery and connection of equipment to patients' homes
- Advise patients and customers on products, equipment usage and therapy requirements
- Conduct equipment demonstrations and patient training
- Ensure routine patient visits are completed within the required timelines and in accordance with established procedures
- Manage assigned patient lists and maintain accurate records on the relevant patient management system
- Implement Therapy Initiation and Therapy Optimisation programmes
- Provide telephonic assistance and patient support when required, including weekends and public holidays
- Implement CPAP therapy in accordance with sleep study results and doctors' prescriptions
- Demonstrate CPAP machines and masks and provide appropriate patient education
- Deliver insulin pumps and related disposables to new patients
- Educate patients on insulin pump therapy and assist with pump setup and demonstrations
- Manage monthly disposable equipment deliveries
- Compile monthly state information using the required reporting template
- Maintain accurate stock counts and control of equipment and consumables
- Monitor expenses and ensure responsible use of company resources
- Maintain and use the company pool vehicle responsibly and in accordance with company requirements
- Adhere to all safety, quality and operational policies and procedures
- Handle and transport medical equipment, including oxygen cylinders and concentrators
- Assist with additional departmental activities to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse Degree or Diploma
- Matric / Senior Certificate
Experience
- Minimum 2 years' experience in Respiratory Care
- Minimum 3 years' driving experience
- Experience working directly with patients in a homecare or clinical environment would be advantageous
- Experience with respiratory equipment, CPAP therapy or related medical devices would be advantageous
Technical & Clinical Knowledge
Strong knowledge and understanding of:
- Patient care
- Respiratory care and oxygen therapy
- CPAP therapy and related equipment
- Home sleep studies and titration processes
- Medical equipment operation and patient education
- Consultative and diagnostic processes
- Patient relationship management
- Stock and equipment control
- Basic financial and expense management
- Safety procedures and quality requirements
Key Competencies
- Strong patient and customer orientation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate complex medical and technical information clearly to patients and caregivers
- Strong relationship management skills
- Ability to work autonomously and manage a mobile patient caseload
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to make sound decisions and provide practical solutions
- Assertive and confident approach when working under pressure
- Proactive and self-motivated approach
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities effectively
- High level of accountability and personal responsibility
- Strong commitment to patient safety and quality
- Ability to initiate action and work independently
- Excellent listening skills and openness to feedback
- Professional and empathetic approach to patient care
Working Conditions
- Daily travel to patients' homes with limited time spent in the office
- Availability for patient support outside normal working hours, including weekends and public holidays, when required
- Regular handling and transportation of medical equipment
- Ability to operate independently while managing a geographically assigned patient bas
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- An exciting 6-month contract opportunity is available for an experienced Fraud Investigator to join a leading financial services organisation.
- We are looking for a hands-on investigator with strong experience in conducting fraud and criminal investigations, managing cases from initial referral through to conclusion, gathering and analysing evidence, conducting stakeholder interviews and producing comprehensive investigation findings.
- This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fraud professional who thrives in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment and can manage multiple investigations while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
- Investigate criminal, ethical, tip-off and fraudulent incidents.
- Examine relevant records, documentation and supporting evidence.
- Conduct interviews with internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage investigations ranging from minor infringements to complex fraud cases.
- Prioritise cases according to their potential for meaningful investigation outcomes.
- Ensure cases are accurately and timeously loaded onto relevant case management systems.
- Maintain accurate case, exhibit, order and investigation registers.
- Conduct investigations in accordance with applicable legislation, standards and internal requirements.
- Identify and pursue opportunities to maximise recoveries.
- Prepare clear, accurate and comprehensive investigation findings and reports.
- Liaise and collaborate with law-enforcement agencies where required.
- Ensure subpoenas, information requests and investigation deadlines are met.
- Build effective working relationships across business, finance, credit, human capital and other support functions.
- Participate in internal fraud forums and share relevant information and insights.
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven hands-on fraud investigation experience.
- Experience managing investigations from initial referral through to closure.
- Strong evidence-gathering and document-analysis capabilities.
- Experience conducting formal investigative interviews.
- Strong case-management and investigation administration skills.
- Excellent report-writing ability.
- Sound understanding of fraud investigation processes and applicable legal requirements.
- Strong stakeholder-management and communication skills.
- The ability to manage multiple investigations and strict deadlines simultaneously.
- High levels of integrity, confidentiality and attention to detail.
Highly Advantageous
- Previous banking or financial services fraud investigation experience.
- Experience investigating complex financial or criminal matters.
- Experience engaging with SAPS and/or other law-enforcement agencies.
- Exposure to subpoenas and formal evidence requests.
- Experience with fraud recoveries.
- Experience using formal fraud or investigation case-management systems.
- Relevant forensic, fraud, criminology, legal, risk or investigation qualifications/certifications.
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- Our client is seeking an experienced Group SHEQ Manager to lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) systems across all open-cast mining operations within the group.
- The successful candidate will ensure legal and regulatory compliance, strengthen the organisation's SHEQ culture and align SHEQ strategies with business objectives to enhance operational performance, safety and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
SHEQ Management
- Develop and implement a group-wide SHEQ strategy aligned with organisational goals and objectives.
- Lead the Company SHEQ function and teams across all operational sites.
- Integrate SHEQ systems, standards and best practices consistently across all mining operations.
- Advise executive leadership on SHEQ risks, performance, compliance and strategic initiatives.
- Coordinate group SHEQ meetings, activities and action plans.
- Provide expert SHEQ advice relating to mining activities.
- Develop and maintain SHEQ policies, procedures and documentation.
- Establish, implement and maintain ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 management systems and certifications.
- Drive continuous improvement across SHEQ systems and processes.
- Maintain an up-to-date SHEQ legal register and ensure compliance with applicable legislation and standards.
- Identify, assess and communicate material SHEQ legal compliance risks.
- Develop and implement strategies to reduce material SHEQ risks across the group.
- Roll out standardised risk management processes across all sites.
- Review risk assessments and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
- Manage and participate in internal and external SHEQ audits.
- Consolidate and report on SHEQ performance across the group.
- Establish, monitor and analyse SHEQ KPIs and objectives.
- Lead investigations into incidents and non-conformances.
- Ensure corrective, preventive and improvement actions are implemented and tracked to closure.
- Ensure significant incidents are communicated across the organisation to promote learning and prevent recurrence.
- Develop and implement SHEQ training needs analyses, training plans and awareness programmes.
- Lead SHEQ inductions, training programmes and awareness campaigns.
- Develop and maintain outcomes-based SHEQ learning materials.
- Foster a strong culture of SHEQ awareness, accountability and compliance across employees and contractors.
- Approve and oversee SHEQ-related projects, including planning, budgeting, procurement and execution.
- Review and approve SHEQ reports and documentation.
- Approve PPE design requirements in line with operational risks, legal requirements and industry best practices.
- Research and implement SHEQ best practices, technologies and systems to improve operational performance and sustainability.
Human Resource Management
- Manage and supervise the SHEQ team effectively.
- Delegate responsibilities according to team members' skills and expertise.
- Monitor task completion and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Provide training, mentorship and development opportunities to SHEQ team members.
- Identify training and development needs and support employee career growth.
- Manage team performance and conduct regular performance reviews.
- Maintain performance agreements for all direct reports.
- Address workflow bottlenecks and reallocate resources where required.
- Promote effective time management and productivity within the team.
- Maintain accurate employee working-hour and overtime records.
- Foster positive employee relations through open communication and engagement.
- Address employee concerns, grievances and disputes fairly and promptly.
- Enforce company policies, procedures and codes of conduct.
- Conduct investigations into workplace incidents and policy violations where required.
- Support workforce planning, recruitment, selection and onboarding activities.
Financial Management
- Prepare, approve and manage the SHEQ budget.
- Monitor expenditure against approved budgets.
- Identify, analyse and report on budget variances.
- Prepare monthly financial performance reports for the SHEQ function.
- Implement financial and operational controls to mitigate risks.
- Drive cost-saving and cash conservation initiatives.
- Ensure effective allocation of SHEQ resources in line with organisational priorities.
Customer & Stakeholder Relations
- Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships.
- Liaise with suppliers and address supplier queries and complaints effectively.
- Develop and maintain customer relationships to support business objectives.
- Establish relationships with relevant construction and mining industry stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Establish strategies to strengthen stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
- Represent the organisation professionally when engaging with customers, suppliers, authorities and other stakeholders.
Corporate Governance & Ethics
- Ensure adherence to the organisation's Code of Conduct and Code of Ethics.
- Ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
- Promote and maintain strong corporate governance and ethical standards.
- Ensure SHEQ practices remain aligned with organisational policies and industry requirements.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Grade 12 / Senior Certificate.
- Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Environmental Science or a related field.
- Honours degree preferred.
- COMSOC 1 and 2.
- ISO 45001 Lead Auditor.
- ISO 14001 Lead Auditor.
- ISO 9001 Lead Auditor.
- Valid Code EB driver's licence.
Experience
- 10+ years' SHEQ experience within the mining industry.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior SHEQ leadership role.
- Proven experience managing SHEQ functions across multiple operational sites.
- Experience developing and implementing group-wide SHEQ strategies and management systems.
- Proven experience with ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 implementation and certification.
- Extensive experience in SHEQ legislation, compliance, risk management, audits and inspections.
- Experience leading incident investigations and root cause analysis.
- Experience managing SHEQ teams, budgets and projects within a mining environment.
What's on Offer?
- Permanent senior management opportunity.
- Opportunity to lead the Group SHEQ function across multiple open-cast mining operations.
- Strategic exposure to SHEQ governance, compliance and operational performance.
- Opportunity to drive continuous improvement and strengthen SHEQ culture across the organisation.
- Senior-level engagement with executive leadership and key stakeholders.
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- Our client is seeking an experienced Regional Sales Manager – Africa Region to lead sales and marketing activities across the African regional territory. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing sales strategies that drive growth, profitability and market share across a diverse industrial and process automation environment.
- The role will provide operational leadership to Front-End Sales Engineers (FSEs), manage major project opportunities, develop strategic customer and channel partner relationships, and collaborate with internal business units, EPCs, engineering teams and regional stakeholders to achieve annual sales targets.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Strategy & Business Development
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the regional Sales & Marketing strategy.
- Develop and execute sales plans to achieve annual sales targets and profitability objectives.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the regional market, including key players, market size, industry trends, project opportunities, automation profiles and competitor activity.
- Gather market intelligence through customer engagement, internal stakeholders and data-driven analysis.
- Identify, qualify, prioritise and manage major project opportunities across the territory.
- Drive new business development and identify opportunities for market growth.
- Market and sell the full industrial automation portfolio across Systems & Solutions, Services and Products.
- Identify opportunities to leverage synergies across business units and product portfolios.
- Maintain awareness of competitor activity and develop strategies to effectively position solutions in the market.
Regional Sales Management
- Take responsibility for achieving annual sales targets within the assigned territory.
- Develop annual budgets and business plans under the direction of the Head of Sales.
- Allocate sales quotas to Front-End Sales Engineers in line with regional objectives.
- Manage priorities and resources to maximise sales performance.
- Monitor regional sales performance, growth and profitability across business units.
- Develop and implement recovery plans where sales performance is below target.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and half-yearly sales forecasts and reports.
- Maintain oversight of major enquiries, RFQs, ITBs and tenders within the territory.
- Manage sales opportunity and forecast data within the CRM system.
- Ensure CRM information is accurate, complete and maintained in accordance with company requirements.
People Management
- Provide operational management and coordination of Front-End Sales Engineers within the region.
- Set performance objectives and KPIs for FSEs in line with company performance management guidelines.
- Cascade objectives and key results and conduct regular performance review and feedback cycles.
- Identify individual training and development requirements.
- Coach, mentor and support FSEs to achieve their sales targets.
- Support recruitment, selection, onboarding, training and development of sales team members.
- Communicate performance expectations and monitor individual contributions.
- Promote accountability, productivity and continuous professional development within the team.
Major Projects & EPC Engagement
- Identify and manage major project opportunities in collaboration with FSEs, business units, Business Development Managers and engineering teams.
- Develop and implement action plans for key project opportunities.
- Drive early engagement with project owners, consultants and engineering houses during pre-FEED phases.
- Promote automation and project capabilities during early project development stages.
- Develop strong relationships with EPCs and project stakeholders.
- Coordinate with international and regional teams where project owners, stakeholders or EPCs are based outside the territory.
- Maintain a strong understanding of project life cycles, stakeholders and EPC requirements.
- Support the successful positioning of solutions within large-scale automation projects.
Customer & Key Account Management
- Maintain a strong customer-centric approach across the region.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with key customers and stakeholders.
- Conduct regular customer visits to understand requirements and identify new opportunities.
- Anticipate customer needs and coordinate appropriate internal resources to support customers before, during and after the sale.
- Identify key customers for Major Account status and develop appropriate account strategies.
- Assign and coordinate Major Account teams in collaboration with relevant sales and business units.
- Ensure high standards of customer service and responsiveness.
Channel Partner Management
- Support Channel Partners within the territory to maximise sales opportunities.
- Conduct joint sales calls and provide technical and product application support.
- Participate in customer meetings with Channel Partners where required.
- Identify and evaluate new Channel Partner opportunities.
- Ensure Channel Partner selection and due diligence processes comply with company requirements and policies.
- Develop relationships that support sustainable channel growth and regional sales performance.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with internal Sales, Proposals, Engineering, Projects, Services, Training, Procurement, Logistics, Finance, HR and QHSE teams.
- Work closely with Business Development Managers, Product Specialists, Local Business Owners and Subject Matter Experts.
- Coordinate with regional and global business teams to support major opportunities.
- Maintain strong internal and external networks to support business growth.
- Ensure effective communication and alignment across business units and supporting functions.
Financial & Commercial Management
- Monitor regional sales performance against budgets and targets.
- Manage and monitor trade accounts receivable within the assigned territory.
- Proactively monitor aged receivables and coordinate corrective action with Finance and relevant business units.
- Support commercial and contractual processes associated with sales opportunities.
- Ensure sales activities comply with approved authority levels and business expenditure policies.
- Contribute to advertising and trade promotion programmes in collaboration with Marketing.
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures and management systems.
- Comply with applicable sales, HR, QHSE, accounting and governance requirements.
- Ensure compliance with anti-bribery and anti-corruption requirements.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive customer and company information.
- Ensure appropriate handling and sharing of confidential information under NDAs.
- Ensure the sales team understands and complies with customer registration, credit application and legal review processes.
- Promote a strong culture of compliance, safety and quality across the region.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Recognised formal qualification in Engineering or a Process-related discipline at minimum S4 level or equivalent.
- Degree in Engineering or a related Process discipline would be advantageous.
- Further qualification in Business Administration or Sales & Marketing Management would be advantageous.
- Training in Sales Management, Marketing, Negotiation or Contract Law would be advantageous.
Experience
- Minimum 10 years' experience, preferably as a Sales Manager or Business Development Manager within an automation environment.
- Proven experience within the Process Automation industry in South Africa.
- Strong understanding of large-scale project execution within the automation industry.
- Strong understanding of project life cycles, project stakeholders and EPC environments.
- Proven experience managing sales teams and achieving sales targets.
- Experience managing major projects and strategic customer accounts.
- Experience working across multiple African markets would be advantageous.
- Extensive regional and international travel will be required.
What's on Offer
- Full-time permanent opportunity based in Johannesburg.
- Regional responsibility across multiple African markets.
- Opportunity to lead regional sales growth within a technical and process automation environment.
- Exposure to major industrial projects, EPCs, strategic customers and channel partners.
- Opportunity to lead and develop a Front-End Sales Engineering team.
- Senior stakeholder engagement across sales, engineering, projects and business development functions.
- Extensive travel and customer engagement across the assigned territory.
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- Our client is seeking an experienced Regional Sales Manager – Inland to lead sales and marketing activities across the Inland region. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing sales strategies that drive growth, profitability and market share across a diverse industrial and process automation environment.
- The role will provide operational leadership to Front-End Sales Engineers (FSEs), manage major project opportunities, develop customer and channel partner relationships, and collaborate with internal business units, EPCs, engineering teams and strategic stakeholders to achieve annual sales targets.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Strategy & Business Development
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the regional Sales & Marketing strategy.
- Develop and execute sales plans to achieve annual sales targets and profitability objectives.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the regional market, including key players, market size, industry trends, project opportunities, automation profiles and competitor activity.
- Gather market intelligence through customer engagement, internal stakeholders and data-driven analysis.
- Identify, qualify, prioritise and manage major project opportunities across the territory.
- Drive new business development and identify opportunities for market growth.
- Promote the full automation portfolio across Systems & Solutions, Services and Products.
- Identify opportunities to leverage synergies across business units and product portfolios.
- Maintain awareness of competitor activity and develop strategies to effectively position solutions in the market.
Regional Sales Management
- Take responsibility for achieving annual sales targets within the assigned territory.
- Develop annual budgets and business plans under the direction of the Head of Sales.
- Allocate sales quotas to Front-End Sales Engineers in line with regional objectives.
- Manage priorities and resources to maximise sales performance.
- Monitor regional sales performance, growth and profitability across business units.
- Develop and implement recovery plans where sales performance is below target.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annual sales forecasts and reports.
- Maintain oversight of major enquiries, RFQs, ITBs and tenders within the territory.
- Monitor and manage Master Opportunity and Forecast data within the CRM system.
- Ensure CRM information is accurate, complete and maintained in accordance with company requirements.
People Management
- Provide operational management and coordination of Front-End Sales Engineers within the region.
- Set performance objectives and KPIs for FSEs in line with company performance management guidelines.
- Cascade objectives and key results and conduct regular performance review and feedback cycles.
- Identify individual training and development requirements.
- Coach, mentor and support FSEs to achieve their sales targets.
- Support recruitment, selection, onboarding, training and development of sales team members.
- Communicate performance expectations and monitor individual contributions.
- Promote accountability, productivity and continuous professional development within the team.
Major Projects & EPC Engagement
- Identify and manage major project opportunities in collaboration with FSEs, business units, Business Development Managers and engineering teams.
- Develop and implement action plans for key project opportunities.
- Drive early engagement with project owners, consultants and engineering houses during pre-FEED phases.
- Promote automation and project capabilities during early project development stages.
- Develop strong relationships with EPCs and project stakeholders.
- Coordinate with international and regional teams where project owners, stakeholders or EPCs are based outside the territory.
- Maintain a strong understanding of project life cycles, stakeholders and EPC requirements.
- Support the successful positioning of solutions within large-scale automation projects.
Customer Relationship Management
- Maintain a strong customer-centric approach across the region.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with key customers and stakeholders.
- Conduct regular customer visits to understand requirements and identify new opportunities.
- Anticipate customer needs and coordinate appropriate internal resources to support customers before, during and after the sale.
- Assign and manage Major Account status for key customers where applicable.
- Develop Major Account strategies in collaboration with relevant sales and business teams.
- Ensure high standards of customer service and responsiveness.
Channel Partner Management
- Support Channel Partners within the territory to maximise sales opportunities.
- Conduct joint sales calls and provide technical and product application support.
- Participate in customer meetings with Channel Partners where required.
- Identify and evaluate new Channel Partner opportunities.
- Ensure Channel Partner selection and due diligence processes comply with company requirements and policies.
- Develop relationships that support sustainable channel growth and regional sales performance.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with internal Sales, Proposals, Engineering, Projects, Services, Training, Procurement, Logistics, Finance, HR and QHSE teams.
- Work closely with Business Development Managers, Product Specialists, Local Business Owners and Subject Matter Experts.
- Coordinate with regional and global business teams to support major opportunities.
- Maintain strong internal and external networks to support business growth.
- Ensure effective communication and alignment across business units and supporting functions.
Financial & Commercial Management
- Monitor regional sales performance against budgets and targets.
- Manage and monitor trade accounts receivable within the assigned region.
- Proactively monitor aged receivables and coordinate corrective action with Finance and relevant business units.
- Support commercial and contractual processes associated with sales opportunities.
- Ensure sales activities comply with approved authority levels and business expenditure policies.
- Contribute to advertising and trade promotion programmes in collaboration with Marketing.
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures and management systems.
- Comply with applicable sales, HR, QHSE, accounting and governance requirements.
- Ensure compliance with anti-bribery and anti-corruption requirements.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive customer and company information.
- Ensure appropriate handling and sharing of confidential information under NDAs.
- Ensure the sales team understands and complies with customer registration, credit application and legal review processes.
- Promote a strong culture of compliance, safety and quality across the region.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Recognised formal qualification in Engineering or a Process-related discipline at minimum S4 level or equivalent.
- Degree in Engineering or a related Process discipline would be advantageous.
- Further qualification in Business Administration or Sales & Marketing Management would be advantageous.
- Training in Sales Management, Marketing, Negotiation or Contract Law would be advantageous.
Experience
- Minimum 10 years' experience, preferably in a Sales Manager or Business Development Manager role within an automation environment.
- Proven experience within the Process Automation industry in South Africa.
- Strong understanding of large-scale project execution within the automation industry.
- Strong understanding of project life cycles, project stakeholders and EPC environments.
- Proven experience managing sales teams and achieving sales targets.
- Experience managing major projects and strategic customer accounts.
- Experience in industrial, process, energy or related automation environments would be advantageous.
Technical & Commercial Knowledge
- Strong knowledge and understanding of:
- Process automation.
- Industrial automation systems and solutions.
- Large-scale project execution.
- EPC and engineering environments.
- Sales and business development.
- Project opportunity management.
- CRM and sales forecasting.
- Market intelligence and competitor analysis.
- Customer and key account management.
- Channel partner management.
- Commercial and contractual processes.
- Sales planning, budgeting and forecasting.
What's on Offer
- Full-time management opportunity based in Johannesburg.
- Regional responsibility across Gauteng, North West, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Free State and designated areas of the Northern Cape.
- Opportunity to lead regional sales growth within a technical and process automation environment.
- Exposure to major industrial projects, EPCs, strategic customers and channel partners.
- Opportunity to lead and develop a Front-End Sales Engineering team.
- Senior stakeholder engagement across sales, engineering, projects and business development functions.
- Extensive regional travel and customer engagement.
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THE ROLE
- The Chief Technology Officer will be responsible for leading the organisation's digital transformation journey and overseeing the planning, acquisition, implementation, maintenance, and governance of enterprise technology solutions.
- The role combines strategic ICT leadership, enterprise architecture, cybersecurity governance, digital innovation, infrastructure oversight, service provider management, operational systems enablement, and executive stakeholder engagement.
- The CTO will play a key role in driving customer-centric technology solutions and enabling universal access through modern digital platforms and emerging technologies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Technology Strategy & Digital Transformation
- Leading enterprise digital transformation initiatives aligned to organisational strategy
- Driving innovation and adoption of emerging technologies including:
- AI
- Big Data
- IoT
- Cybersecurity technologies
- Developing and implementing ICT strategies, business plans, and Annual Performance Plans (APPs)
- Ensuring technology solutions support operational efficiency, citizen convenience, and digital inclusion objectives
- Providing strategic technology input into organisational and operational planning processes
ICT Governance & Risk Management
- Developing and implementing ICT governance frameworks, policies, procedures, and controls
- Establishing and managing ICT governance structures aligned to King IV principles
- Managing ICT risks, risk registers, mitigation strategies, and compliance requirements
- Ensuring legislative and regulatory compliance across ICT operations and reporting
Infrastructure, Security & Systems Management
- Overseeing implementation and maintenance of enterprise ICT infrastructure including:
- Servers
- Firewalls
- Routers
- Switches
- Backup systems
- Disaster recovery environments
- Managing information security systems including:
- Antivirus solutions
- Monitoring systems
- Audit trails
- Access control systems
- CCTV environments
- Ensuring all ICT systems remain secure, available, and operationally efficient
- Enterprise Systems & Business Process Management
- Managing implementation and support of enterprise systems including:
- Microsoft solutions
- SAP ERP
- ArcGIS
- Communication systems
- Driving automation and reengineering of business processes
- Ensuring systems are implemented according to SDLC and project management standards
- Managing system enhancements, integrations, testing, implementation, and operational support
Operational Systems & Connectivity
- Managing operational systems supporting business delivery and connectivity initiatives
- Overseeing Wide Area Network, Wi-Fi, Internet, Intranet, email, telephony, and communication platforms
- Supporting implementation and maintenance of operational technology solutions and connectivity services
Reporting & Performance Management
- Managing ICT reporting frameworks and governance reporting calendars
- Ensuring accurate reporting across:
- ICT security
- Projects
- Infrastructure
- Systems performance
- Operational delivery
- Supporting reporting automation and dashboard development initiatives
- Monitoring departmental performance against strategic objectives and APP targets
Service Provider & Vendor Management
- Managing ICT vendors, contracts, SLAs, and outsourced service providers
- Monitoring vendor performance and ensuring contractual compliance
- Managing procurement-aligned ICT delivery and support services
- Driving strong stakeholder engagement and service delivery governance
Leadership & Team Management
- Leading and developing high-performing ICT teams
- Driving capability development, coaching, mentoring, and performance management
- Building a culture of professionalism, integrity, accountability, and operational excellence
- Managing budgets, operational resources, infrastructure, and ICT assets effectively
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Key Requirements
- Matric
- Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in:
- Computer Science
- Information Systems
- Information Technology
- Or related field (NQF Level 7)
- Certifications advantageous in:
- COBIT
- ITIL
- Project Management (PMBOK / PRINCE2)
- IT Governance
- Minimum 5–7 years' ICT experience
- Minimum 5 years' ICT management experience engaging with users at all levels
- Minimum 5 years' experience managing internal and external ICT systems implementation and maintenance
- Minimum 3 years' public sector experience
- Proven experience leading business transformation through digital technologies
WHO YOU ARE
- A strategic and visionary technology leader
- Strong governance and operational management capability
- Commercially and operationally astute
- Passionate about innovation and digital transformation
- Strong stakeholder engagement and executive communication capability
- Results-driven with strong leadership and decision-making skills
- Able to operate effectively within complex enterprise and public sector environments
WHY THIS ROLE
- Executive leadership opportunity within a nationally significant ICT environment
- Strategic role driving enterprise digital transformation and innovation
- Opportunity to influence digital inclusion and technology enablement initiatives
- Exposure to enterprise systems, cybersecurity, governance, and operational transformation
- High-impact leadership role with strong strategic and operational influence
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