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• Our client is a leading South African manufacturer of premium aluminium bakkie canopies and modular accessories. Designed for both work and adventure, our products combine innovation, durability, and functionality to meet the needs of commercial users, fleet owners, outdoor enthusiasts, and overlanding customers. We are looking for an energetic and self-motivated Outbound Sales Representative to grow our customer base, build strong dealer relationships, and drive sales throughout South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate new business through outbound cold calling, email campaigns, LinkedIn networking, and referrals.
• Identify and engage decision-makers including CIOs, CTOs, IT Directors, Digital Transformation Managers, and Procurement Executives.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities.
• Schedule and conduct client meetings and presentations.
• Understand client business challenges and position appropriate technology solutions.
• Prepare proposals and quotations.
• Negotiate commercial terms and close sales opportunities.
• Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and sales reports.
• Stay informed of industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies.
• Represent the company professionally at networking events and client meetings.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12).
• Relevant qualification in Sales, Business, Marketing, Information Technology, or a related field will be advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years' outbound sales or business development experience.
• Proven success in B2B sales.
• Experience selling IT services, software, SaaS, ERP, consulting, cloud, AI, or digital transformation solutions is highly advantageous.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong negotiation and closing abilities.
• Self-motivated with a hunter sales mentality.
• Valid driver's licence – Must have
• Own reliable vehicle – Must have

Required Skills

• Business Development
• Lead Generation
• Cold Calling
• Enterprise Sales
• Solution Selling
• Consultative Selling
• CRM Management
• Negotiation
• Pipeline Management
• Relationship Building
• Proposal Preparation
• Presentation Skills
• Time Management
• Microsoft Office Suite

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• New business opportunities generated
• Qualified appointments booked
• Monthly sales revenue
• Gross profit achieved
• New client acquisitions
• Sales pipeline growth
• Client retention and relationship management
• CRM accuracy and reporting

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• We're looking for an experienced Quality Officer who takes pride in getting things right the first time. If you have a background in electrical construction and enjoy being out on-site ensuring projects meet the highest quality standards, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
• Join a well-established leader in the electrical engineering and construction industry and play a key role in delivering major overhead line, transmission and substation projects across South Africa.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct quality inspections on electrical construction projects, including overhead lines, transmission lines and substations.
• Ensure all work complies with project specifications, quality plans, drawings, industry standards and safety requirements.
• Identify non-conformances, recommend corrective actions and promote continuous quality improvement.
• Maintain inspection reports, NCRs, quality records, checklists and project close-out documentation.
• Support and maintain the Quality Management System.
• Work closely with project teams, site supervisors, contractors and clients to ensure quality expectations are consistently exceeded.
• Participate in audits, inspections and quality meetings.

Requirements:

• A qualification in Electrical Engineering, Quality Management or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Quality Officer or Quality Inspector within the electrical engineering or construction industry.
• Practical experience on overhead power line, transmission line and substation projects.
• Strong knowledge of quality control procedures, inspections and project documentation.
• The ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications and inspection test plans.
• Good computer skills (Microsoft Word & Excel).
• A valid driver's licence.
• Willingness to travel to project sites when required.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• A proactive, solutions-driven approach.
• A commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement.

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• An exciting opportunity exists for a qualified Industrial Refrigeration Technician to join a well-established engineering and maintenance team servicing industrial refrigeration plants across various industries.
• PLEASE NOTE: Previous hands-on experience working with ammonia (NH₃) refrigeration systems is ESSENTIAL. Applications without industrial ammonia refrigeration experience will unfortunately not be considered.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, maintenance, servicing, fault-finding and repair of industrial refrigeration systems operating in demanding industrial environments.

Minimum Requirements

• Refrigeration Trade Test / Qualified Refrigeration Mechanic.
• Valid driver's licence.
• 3–8 years' experience maintaining and servicing industrial refrigeration systems.
• Proven experience working on ammonia (NH₃) refrigeration plants is essential.
• Experience with CO₂, glycol and HFC refrigeration systems.
• Experience gained within industrial environments such as food processing, cold storage, manufacturing, pharmaceutical or processing plants.
• Refrigeration plant installation and commissioning experience will be advantageous.
• National Diploma or Certificate in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning would be advantageous.
• Relevant refrigeration technical certifications are beneficial.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Install industrial refrigeration equipment and associated piping systems.
• Assist with the commissioning of refrigeration plants and equipment.
• Perform pressure testing, leak testing, evacuation and refrigerant charging.
• Carry out preventative and planned maintenance on refrigeration systems.
• Inspect and service compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, valves and associated equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and refrigeration faults.
• Attend emergency breakdowns and service call-outs.
• Monitor refrigeration plant performance and optimise system efficiency.
• Record operating temperatures, pressures and performance data.
• Complete accurate maintenance records and service reports.
• Provide technical support and recommendations to customers.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety and environmental regulations relating to industrial refrigeration and ammonia systems.

Technical Skills

• Experience with the following is required:
• Industrial ammonia (NH₃) refrigeration systems
• CO₂, glycol and HFC refrigeration systems
• Screw and reciprocating compressors
• Evaporators, condensers, pumps and valves
• Heat exchangers and refrigeration controls
• Reading P&IDs, engineering drawings and electrical schematics
• Basic electrical fault-finding
• Refrigeration testing and diagnostic equipment

Personal Attributes

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent mechanical aptitude
• Safety-conscious approach
• Attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Customer-focused with good communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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• We're looking for an ambitious, relationship-driven Key Account Manager who thrives on building strategic partnerships, winning new business and growing existing accounts.
• This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established leader in the FMCG industry, supplying premium frozen fruit, vegetables and related products to South Africa's leading food service and retail customers.
• If you're commercially astute, love closing deals and have an established network within the food service or retail sector, we'd like to hear from you.

Key responsibilities:

• Growing and managing a portfolio of key customer accounts
• Identifying and securing new business opportunities
• Building long-term relationships with major retail and food service customers
• Achieving ambitious sales, margin and growth targets
• Developing strategic account plans that deliver measurable results
• Monitoring market trends and competitor activity
• Collaborating with internal teams to maximise customer value through upselling and cross-selling
• Presenting products, attending trade exhibitions and representing the business professionally
• Providing accurate sales forecasts and account performance reporting

Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years' successful Key Account Management experience
• Proven experience within the food service and/or retail industry
• An established network within the purchasing departments of major food service or retail customers
• A strong track record of achieving sales growth and exceeding targets
• Excellent negotiation, relationship-building and communication skills
• Strong commercial and analytical ability
• A proactive, self-driven approach with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• Own reliable vehicle and willingness to travel across various regions

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• The successful candidate will be responsible for growing the customer base, maintaining existing accounts, coordinating promotional activities, monitoring sales performance, and working closely with internal departments to ensure excellent service delivery and achievement of regional sales targets.

Responsibilities:

• Identify, prospect and open new customer accounts to grow the business.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers while identifying opportunities to increase sales.
• Monitor customer sales performance using SAP and implement action plans to achieve sales targets.
• Provide regular sales and customer activity feedback to the Regional Manager.
• Develop and implement marketing initiatives and promotional campaigns to increase market share.
• Coordinate trade evenings, customer events and promotional activities.
• Support route planning in collaboration with Warehouse and Logistics teams.
• Assist customers with account openings and credit applications.
• Work closely with the Debtors Department to ensure effective debt collection and maintain customer accounts within company credit terms.
• Resolve customer queries promptly while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Monitor customer purchasing trends and assist with stock forecasting.
• Liaise with Warehouse personnel to ensure product availability and efficient stock management.
• Assist customers in managing stock levels and product mix.
• Deliver customer product training, pricing updates and technical presentations.
• Maintain accurate customer information and CRM records.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and operational controls.
• Monitor pricing structures, gross profit and operating costs while identifying opportunities to improve profitability.
• Ensure company vehicles and equipment are maintained in accordance with company policy.

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma or Certificate (NQF Level 5) or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Business Representative, Sales Representative or similar role within a manufacturing, automotive or related environment.
• Computer literate with experience using MS Office.
• Working knowledge of SAP, ERP systems, Salesforce or similar CRM software.
• Valid driver's licence essential.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Customer-focused with excellent relationship-building skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Results-driven with strong commercial awareness.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Adaptable and resilient under pressure.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.

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• Our client, a leading industrial refrigeration manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Sales Engineer to join their growing team. This opportunity is ideal for a technically minded sales professional with experience in industrial refrigeration, HVAC&R, or process cooling systems who enjoys building client relationships and developing customised engineering solutions.
• This role combines technical expertise with business development and offers the opportunity to work with clients across the food processing, cold storage, beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, logistics and manufacturing industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the industrial refrigeration market.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with consultants, contractors, engineers, end users and key decision-makers.
• Conduct customer visits, site inspections and technical consultations.
• Analyse client requirements and recommend suitable refrigeration solutions.
• Prepare quotations, technical proposals and tender submissions.
• Present technical solutions and product offerings to clients.
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing and project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support project handovers and maintain communication throughout project implementation.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts, CRM records and pipeline reports.
• Attend industry exhibitions, networking events and customer meetings.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and ongoing after-sales support.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Refrigeration Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics or a related technical field.
• 3–8 years' experience in industrial refrigeration, HVAC&R, process cooling or a similar technical environment.
• Previous experience in technical sales, business development or application engineering.
• Experience with industrial refrigeration systems including ammonia (NH₃), CO₂, glycol or similar refrigerants will be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of industrial refrigeration equipment, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, heat exchangers, pumps and control systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and P&IDs.
• Good understanding of refrigeration principles and thermodynamics.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• AutoCAD or refrigeration selection software experience would be advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to customer sites.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical and commercial aptitude.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proven negotiation and relationship-building abilities.
• Customer-focused with a consultative sales approach.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and within a team.
• Well organised with excellent time management skills.
• Target-driven with a proven ability to achieve sales objectives.

Industry Experience Preferred

• Experience within one or more of the following sectors would be advantageous:
• Industrial Refrigeration
• Cold Storage & Warehousing
• Food & Beverage Manufacturing
• Meat & Poultry Processing
• Dairy Processing
• Pharmaceuticals
• Fishing Industry
• Industrial Manufacturing
• Logistics & Distribution

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• This person will be responsible for driving sales growth, building strong customer relationships, and identifying new business opportunities within the Industrial sector.
• If you are a proactive sales professional who enjoys relationship building, business development, and working in a fast-paced environment - this opportunity is for you.

Responsibilities:

• Implement sales initiatives aligned with the company's Industrial Strategy and Sales Plan.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to increase sales and market share.
• Promote and sell renewable energy, solar, industrial energy, and related technical solutions to commercial and industrial customers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, distributors, installers, contractors, and key stakeholders.
• Conduct regular customer visits in line with a structured calling cycle and business development plan.
• Monitor customer buying patterns and provide market feedback to management.
• Track competitor activity and identify market trends within the renewable energy and industrial sectors.
• Assist customers with account openings, credit applications, and product-related queries.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure excellent customer service delivery.
• Manage warranty claims and customer complaints in line with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate customer records and CRM data.
• Conduct regional pricing surveys and provide regular sales and market feedback.
• Achieve sales targets while managing discounts and expenses within approved parameters.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric.
• Certificate in Sales and Marketing or equivalent qualification (NQF 5).
• Diploma in Sales and Marketing or equivalent qualification (NQF 6) advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years' external sales experience within the solar, renewable energy, electrical, industrial energy sectors.
• Proven experience selling solar or renewable energy solutions is essential.
• Experience dealing with commercial, industrial, EPC, contractor, installer, or distribution customers will be advantageous.
• Candidates with automotive retail or vehicle sales experience only will not be considered.
• Computer literate (MS Office Suite, SAP, ERP systems, and related software).
• Valid driver's licence essential.
• Must currently reside in Bloemfontein or Kimberley.

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• The ideal candidate will provide engineering support by analysing, compiling, and recording statistical engineering data for Quality Assurance purposes, ensuring accurate and reliable information is available to all relevant stakeholders and that manufacturing processes consistently meet required quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and engineering quality procedures, standards, and specifications.
• Maintain QA records and systems (including platforms such as Shopware) and ensure manufacturing data is available and adhered to.
• Ensure manufacturing processes consistently meet required quality and customer standards.
• Coordinate internal and external quality audits and implement corrective actions for non-conformances.
• Review and improve quality inspection systems and engineering QA standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance machine performance, product quality, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain document management systems and engineering documentation.
• Compile technical and management reports for relevant stakeholders.
• Manage the Facilities Team and coordinate maintenance support, task planning, parts procurement, and external service providers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, internal controls, and operational procedures.
• Identify and report operational risks while maintaining accurate documentation and records.
• Contribute to budget preparation, monitor expenditure, and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and represent the organisation in relevant meetings.
• Resolve operational issues proactively while maintaining high professional and ethical standards.

Requirements:

• Matric Certificate
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (NQF 6)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (NQF 7)
• Up to 5 years’ experience in Quality Engineering within a manufacturing environment
• Computer literacy (MS Office and relevant engineering systems)
• Knowledge of quality management systems
• Understanding of engineering maintenance systems 

Behavioural Competencies

• Proactive and action-oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Planning and organisational skills
• Flexibility and resilience
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Customer and stakeholder focus
• Relationship-building ability

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• This person is responsible for delivering electrical engineering and technical support to ensure optimal equipment availability, operational efficiency, and safety within the plant.
• If you’re a hands-on technical professional with strong PLC and robotics experience in a manufacturing environment, this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform reactive, planned, and preventative maintenance across plant equipment and systems.
• Conduct fault finding, diagnostics, and root cause analysis on electrical and electronic systems.
• Maintain and programme PLCs and robotic systems to ensure process capability and efficiency.
• Ensure all maintenance job cards are completed and closed accurately.
• Provide electrical engineering support aligned with production requirements.
• Maintain machine process capability and equipment reliability.
• Ensure compliance with company controls, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Identify risks, report deviations, and support cost-control initiatives.
• Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (NQF 6).
• Red Seal Electrical
• Up to 8 years’ experience as an Electrical/Electronic Technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with PLCs and robotic systems.
• Computer literate (MS Office, ERP systems, MES).

Behavioural Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Action-oriented and detail-driven.
• Effective planning and organising skills.
• Resilient and able to work under pressure.
• Customer-focused with strong communication skills.
• High level of integrity and accountability.

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• A manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Injection Moulding Machine Setter for their facility in Port Elizabeth. (Shift work).
• To coordinate production activities, optimise machine performance, and ensure production targets, quality standards, and customer requirements are consistently achieved.

Requirements

• South African Citizen.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in:
• Injection moulding machine setting and process optimisation.
• Plastics manufacturing.
• Shift supervision within a production environment.
• Plastic Federation Injection Machine Setting Certificate (NQF Level 6 / Level 4 Certificate).
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to train and mentor production personnel.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise production activities during the shift.
• Lead and support production staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Set up and optimise injection moulding machines and ancillary equipment.
• Monitor production performance, including cycle times, scrap rates, and productivity.
• Ensure products are manufactured according to production schedules and customer specifications.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), Health & Safety regulations, and company procedures.
• Verify that production work instructions are followed at all times.
• Investigate non-conforming products with the Quality team and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality and production efficiency.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards throughout the production area.
• Assist with stores or material handling activities when required.
• Monitor and achieve departmental KPI targets.
• Provide support and stand in for other setters when required.
• Be available to work overtime and respond to after-hours call-outs when necessary.

Working Environment

• High-pressure production environment.
• Overtime and after-hours call-outs may be required.
• Exposure to lead products, cleaning agents, solvents, and alcohol-based chemicals.
• Regular interaction with production management, warehouse personnel, quality teams, and machine operators.