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Core Purpose of the Role

• To ensure the effective operational management, validation, inspection control, compliance, and financial coordination of auction vehicles within a corporate vehicle auction environment. The role is responsible for ensuring all vehicles meet client, compliance, quality control, and documentation standards prior to auction.

Requirements

Academic Qualifications
Minimum requirements:

• Grade 12 – Essential
• Certificate in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related field (advantageous)

Work Experience
Essential:

• 2–4 years in vehicle auctions, fleet management, or automotive operations
• Knowledge of NATIS processes and vehicle documentation management

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of vehicle auction operations and processes
• Knowledge of NATIS documentation and vehicle registration requirements
• Understanding of quality control inspection processes within automotive environments
• Basic knowledge of financial processes relating to invoicing and supplier payments
• Understanding of corporate compliance and internal control environments
• Strong administrative and coordination skills
• Excellent follow-up and tracking ability
• Financial reconciliation and invoice verification skills
• Intermediate MS Excel and systems proficiency
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Problem-solving and issue-resolution capability

Personal Attributes

• High level of accountability and ownership
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Deadline-driven and results-oriented
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy levels
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume environment
• Reliable and consistent follow-through
• Professional and service-oriented approach

Key Deliverables and Outputs
Vehicle Validations & Client Compliance

• Conduct vehicle validations, specifically for OEM clients (e.g., Ford)
• Manage validations for smaller corporate clients
• Ensure all vehicles meet contractual and client-specific standards before auction listing
• Flag and escalate vehicles relisted more than three times

Inspections & Quality Control

• Ensure MQ Finance vehicles are inspected timeously
• Follow up on all pending inspections
• Confirm Quality Control (QC) checks are completed and properly recorded
• Follow up on pending QC requirements
• Ensure all stock is scanned weekly and reconciled against system records

Branding & Asset Preparation

• Ensure vehicle branding removal is completed prior to auction
• Confirm branding removal costs are correctly captured under Invoice Extras
• Follow up on outstanding branding removals

Documentation & Compliance

• Follow up on outstanding NATIS documentation
• Ensure all vehicles have compliant registration documentation before sale
• Maintain accurate records aligned with internal audit and governance requirements

Financial & Supplier Management

• Follow up on supplier invoices
• Ensure supplier invoices are processed and paid timeously
• Liaise with finance department to resolve invoice discrepancies
• Ensure costs relating to inspections, branding removal, and other services are accurately recorded

Reporting & Administration

• Assist with daily operational reporting
• Generate and distribute ad hoc reports as required
• Maintain accurate stock tracking and system updates
• Support day-to-day operational requirements within the auction division

Key Performance Areas

• Inspection turnaround times
• QC compliance rate
• NATIS documentation turnaround
• Relist reduction rate
• Stock accuracy (weekly scan reconciliation)
• Supplier payment turnaround time
• Client SLA adherence
   

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Purpose of the job:  

• Responsible for ensuring that plant and production equipment is maintained to required operational and safety standards through effective preventative and breakdown maintenance. The role includes attending to day-to-day breakdowns, supporting maintenance planning, mentoring apprentices, and carrying out mechanical and electrical tasks as required to ensure optimal plant performance.

Qualifications and Expertise Required (Must)
Education & Certification

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Trade-tested Millwright (Red Seal) – essential
• Relevant post-matric qualification (NQF Level 3 or higher)
• Welding certification – advantageous

Experience:

• Minimum 3–5 years’ relevant experience as a Millwright
• Experience in production, plant, workshop, and maintenance environments
• Exposure to chemical or processing plants will be advantageous
• Proven experience in both mechanical and electrical maintenance
• Proven experience in maintenance and repair of industrial equipment

Additional Requirements

• Awareness of MERSETA apprenticeship requirements

Knowledge & Technical Skills:

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical manuals
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills (mechanical and electrical)
• Welding skills: ARC, TIG, Argon
• Mechanical fitting and alignment, and pump alignment skills
• Electrical reticulation and basic control systems knowledge
• Basic understanding of PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics and automated systems
• Proficient in the use of hand tools and workshop equipment
• Sound knowledge of engineering principles and maintenance practices
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act
• Computer literacy (MS Word and Excel)

Core Competencies & Skills

• Proven ability to work in a structured maintenance environment with accurate documentation and adherence to procedure
• Safety-oriented with strong commitment to compliance and SHEQ standards
• Physical strength, stamina, and dexterity for hands-on mechanical work
• Planning, organization, and time management for maintenance and projects
• Problem-solving, analytical thinking, and attention to detail
• Effective communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
• Ability to mentor and develop apprentices
• High work standards with focus on quality and accuracy
• Ability to follow instructions, standard operating procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Adaptability and resilience under pressure or when responding to change
• Capacity to self-inspect work and ensure adherence to relevant standards and regulations
• Reporting Line
• Reports to the Maintenance Team Leader

General Functions:

• Ensure cost-effective maintenance by identifying inefficiencies and implementing corrective actions
• Identify and maintain critical spares, tools, and consumables
• Participate in plant risk assessments and SHEQ initiatives
• Ensure all work is carried out under the correct permit-to-work system (e.g., hot work, confined space, lockout/tagout)
• Issue and sign off maintenance clearance certificates where required
• Ensure compliance with The company standards and all company safety rules and regulations

Installations & Fabrication:

• Install and commission processing equipment (e.g., pumps, piping, mechanical structures, agitators)
• Fabricate steel and piping as required
• Perform ARC, TIG, Argon, and other welding methods
• Conduct pipe fitting, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist with planning and installation of new projects
• Accurately complete all job cards and maintenance records

Maintenance:

• Execute preventative and breakdown maintenance on plant equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and automated systems including processing plant, effluent systems, agitators, pumps, and forklifts
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities
• Ensure good housekeeping standards in the workshop
• Carry out ad hoc mechanical and electrical tasks within scope of competence as directed by the Team Leader

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete all job cards, maintenance records, and checklists accurately and timeously
• Develop, review, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and related maintenance documentation
• Maintain proper documentation for audits and compliance purposes
• Ensure adherence to company policies, SHEQ standards, and legal requirements