Fresh Jobs at West Coast Personnel

Job Description:

• We are seeking an experienced Counter Sales professional to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage internal and counter sales
• Deliver outstanding customer service
• Provide technical support and product knowledge
• Coordinate sales activities within the Manufacturing and Sales & Marketing sectors

Requirements:

• 4–6 years experience in internal and counter sales
• Strong background in technical sales
• Knowledge of wood products (advantageous)
• Excellent sales coordination and communication skills

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• This role is far more varied than a traditional receptionist position and would suit someone who is bubbly, proactive, highly organised, administrative-orientated, and self-motivated who ideally has worked in the property industry in one of these roles. The successful candidate would provide front office, sales, and rentals administrative support, while also assisting with the smooth day-to-day running of the office.

Responsibilities:
This is an office administration and support role in a real estate environment, including:

• Answering calls, directing calls, and welcoming clients
• Opening and closing the office and managing basic front desk operations
• Managing office logistics (keys register, stationery, supplies)
• Coordinating meeting rooms and arranging refreshments for meetings
• Supporting sales and rental teams with property listings and uploads
• Preparing marketing materials (e.g. window displays)
• Maintaining sales records and basic reporting
• Assisting with compliance tasks (FICA documentation)
• Handling rental admin: scanning, filing, and managing lease documents in Google Drive and CRM systems
• Supporting lease renewals, addendums, and follow-ups with landlords/tenants
• General administrative support across the office
• Light marketing tasks (e.g. 2–3 social media posts per month and scheduling content)

Requirements:

Essential

• Strong computer literacy and ability to learn systems quickly
• Confident using Google Workspace and Google Drive
• Comfortable working with CRM systems and online platforms
• Good general administrative and organisational skills
• Ability to handle document management accurately (filing, scanning, storage)

Advantageous (not required)

• Experience with PayProp and/or WeConnectU
• Strong Excel skills (for reporting and record keeping)
• Experience using Canva (for basic marketing content)

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• A well-established distribution and warehousing business are looking for a hands-on Branch Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of its branch.
• This role is suited to an operationally driven individual with experience managing warehouse, distribution, customer service and sales support teams within a fast-paced environment.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of branch operations, maintaining service levels, managing stock control processes, and leading the branch team effectively.

Key Responsibilities
Branch & Operational Management

• Oversee daily branch operations and ensure efficient workflow
• Coordinate warehousing, dispatch, and distribution activities
• Monitor operational processes and improve efficiencies where possible
• Ensure branch housekeeping, maintenance, and safety standards are maintained

Team Leadership

• Supervise and support warehouse, operations, and sales support staff
• Manage staff scheduling, performance, and daily productivity
• Provide guidance, training, and operational support to the team
• Promote a positive and professional working environment

Stock & Distribution Control

• Oversee stock control processes and stock accuracy
• Coordinate stocktakes and investigate stock variances
• Ensure effective receiving, storage, and dispatch processes
• Monitor delivery schedules and customer service standards

Administrative & Financial Oversight

• Assist with branch administration, reporting, and operational controls
• Monitor petty cash, basic financial controls, and operational expenses
• Ensure accurate record keeping and ERP system updates
• Support audit readiness and compliance requirements

Requirements

• Matric essential
• 3–5 years’ experience in branch operations, warehouse supervision, or distribution management
• Experience managing teams within a warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or operational environment
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Good stock control and operational coordination experience
• Computer literate with Excel and ERP system exposure advantageous
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and hands-on operational role

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• A well-established company is looking for a detail-oriented and organised Stock Controller / Buyer to support daily procurement and inventory operations.
• This role is ideal for someone with experience in stock control, procurement administration, or junior buying who enjoys working in a fast-paced operational environment focused on accuracy, coordination, and maintaining smooth stock flow.
• The successful candidate will assist with purchasing, supplier follow-ups, stock monitoring, goods receipting, and maintaining accurate ERP records.

Key Responsibilities
Stock Control & Inventory Support

• Monitor stock levels and assist in maintaining sufficient stock availability
• Identify stock shortages, overstocking, and slow-moving items
• Support stocktakes, variance investigations, and stock accuracy processes
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ERP updates

Procurement & Purchasing Support

• Create purchase orders and follow up with suppliers on deliveries
• Assist with sourcing quotations and comparing pricing
• Coordinate deliveries and ensure timely goods receipting
• Process GRVs and assist with invoice and PO reconciliation

Supplier & Administrative Coordination

• Maintain supplier communication and update supplier records
• Track outstanding orders and escalate delays where required
• Ensure compliance documentation and supporting records are maintained
• Work closely with warehouse, planning, and finance teams

Requirements

• Matric essential
• Diploma or qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, or similar advantageous
• 1–3 years’ experience in stock control, procurement administration, buying support, or inventory control
• Strong attention to detail and administrative accuracy
• Good Excel and computer skills
• ERP system exposure advantageous
• Strong organisational and communication skills

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• We’re looking for a hands-on Boilermaker with strong experience in heavy plant equipment repairs — someone who knows their way around buckets, ripper assemblies, and structural rebuilds, and isn’t afraid of thick plate and tough jobs. If you take pride in rebuilding heavy components that actually go back into the field and perform, this is the kind of environment where your skill shows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Structural repairs on buckets, ripper assemblies, booms, and components
• Crack repairs, rebuilds, and reinforcement of high-wear parts
• Arc gouging and weld prep on heavy sections
• Build-up welding and hard-facing on wear areas
• Cutting, shaping, and fitting thick plate steel
• Interpreting drawings and executing quality repairs
• Assisting with strip-down, assessment, and rebuild processes

Minimum Requirements:

• Trade Tested Boilermaker 
• Solid 10+ years' experience on earthmoving / heavy steel - plant equipment
• Strong welding skills (Stick / MIG / Flux Core advantageous)
• Experience working with heavy plate and structural repairs
• Confident with arc gouging
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings
• Physically fit and comfortable in a heavy-duty workshop

What Sets You Apart:

• Pride in your workmanship — your welds last
• Strong problem-solving ability on worn or damaged components
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• You understand durability > speed
• Line boring / pin & bush repair experience
• Knowledge of wear materials and hard-facing
• Experience on CAT, Komatsu, Bell, Hitachi equipment

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• Are you a technically minded sales professional with a passion for building client relationships and driving business growth? We are looking for a dynamic Sales Engineer to join a highly specialised engineering company that designs and manufactures bespoke process equipment and turnkey industrial solutions. This role is ideal for someone who understands engineering concepts but thrives in a client-facing, business development environment where identifying opportunities, securing new business, and delivering tailored technical solutions are key.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and grow new business opportunities within the industrial and engineering sector
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Identify client needs and provide customised engineering and process equipment solutions
• Conduct client visits, presentations, and technical discussions
• Prepare proposals, quotations, and tender documentation
• Work closely with the engineering and production teams to ensure solutions meet client specifications and expectations
• Manage the sales process from initial enquiry through to project handover
• Follow up on leads, negotiate contracts, and close deals
• Assist in developing sales strategies and expanding market presence
• Represent the company at client meetings, industry events, and exhibitions
• Maintain strong knowledge of the company’s products, services, and industry trends

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
• Proven experience in technical sales, external sales, or business development within engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environments
• Strong understanding of mechanical/process equipment and industrial solutions
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to understand technical requirements and translate them into commercial solutions
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and commercially minded
• Strong problem-solving and presentation abilities
• Experience with project coordination and client engagement is advantageous
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to clients when required

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• A well-established market-research agency specialising in B2B and industry research is looking for an experienced Senior Account Manager in Johannesburg.
• This is for commercially-minded-research professional to lead end-to-end qualitative and quantitative research projects, manage key client relationships, mentor junior team members and contribute to the growth of a dynamic, expanding business. The role offers exposure to multiple industries within a flexible hybrid working environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Honours Degree in Marketing, Psychology, Economics
• 5–10 years’ proven experience within a market-research environment.
• Strong experience managing both qualitative and quantitative research projects.
• Proven client-facing experience within a research agency or consulting environment.
• Strong knowledge of questionnaire design, fieldwork coordination and report writing.
• Experience conducting secondary research and competitor analysis.
• Excellent analytical, presentation and communication skills.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Leadership experience mentoring or managing junior researchers.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and online survey platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of qualitative and quantitative research projects.
• Design research methodologies, questionnaires and discussion guides.
• Coordinate fieldwork, data collection and project timelines.
• Analyse findings and deliver strategic insights and recommendations to clients.
• Prepare and present high-quality reports and presentations.
• Manage and maintain strong client relationships across multiple accounts.
• Lead client briefings, project updates and presentations.
• Oversee project quality control and ensure timely delivery.
• Mentor and support Junior Research Executives and Research Executives.
• Assist with operational planning, team coordination and workload management.
• Identify opportunities to add value and support business growth initiatives.

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working environment
• Exposure to diverse industries and leading clients
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing business
• Leadership growth and career development opportunities
• Performance-based incentives

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• A well-established company based in Table View is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Clerk / Bookkeeper to join their team.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in an accounts or bookkeeping role
• Strong knowledge of debtors, creditors, and reconciliations
• Experience with invoicing, capturing, and general bookkeeping duties
• Proficient on accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Reliable transport preferred

Duties Include:

• Full creditors and debtor's function
• Bank reconciliations
• Processing invoices and payments
• Capturing financial data
• Assisting with payroll and admin duties
• General bookkeeping up to trial balance advantageous

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Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Electronic / Electrical / Automotive / Information Technology (NQF 6).
• Trade Tested Electrician essential.
• Up to 3 years’ experience as an Electrical / Electronic Technician within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong PLC programming, fault-finding & robotics experience.
• Experience conducting reactive, planned & preventative maintenance on production machinery and equipment.
• Proven ability to diagnose breakdowns, conduct root cause analysis & minimise equipment downtime.
• Experience maintaining machine process capabilities within a fast-paced production environment.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, MES systems & MS Office essential.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving & organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Good communication skills with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Perform reactive, planned & preventative maintenance on factory equipment and machinery.
• Conduct fault finding, repairs & root cause analysis on electrical and automated systems.
• Maintain and program PLC’s and robots within the production environment.
• Ensure maintenance job cards are completed accurately and closed timeously.
• Provide technical support to Production and other Factory departments.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, regulations & operational standards.
• Identify and report equipment risks, failures & areas of concern to management.
• Assist in maintaining optimal machine availability, process capability & equipment reliability.
• Support cost control initiatives by reducing waste and preventing unnecessary downtime.

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• This person will manage and oversee the daily operations of the retail store, ensuring operational efficiency, achievement of sales and profitability targets, and delivery of high-quality customer service in line with company standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12 (essential)
• Diploma in Business Administration, Sales, or Marketing (advantageous)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Retail Sales and/or Marketing
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role
• From Automotive Parts / Aftermarket Retail sector

Responsibilities:

• Drive store performance to achieve sales and profitability targets
• Execute operational and sales strategies to improve results
• Manage stock, merchandising, and inventory control
• Monitor financial performance and identify growth opportunities
• Lead, coach, and manage team performance
• Ensure excellent customer service and handle escalations
• Maintain compliance with company policies and HSE standards
• Manage store operations, staffing, and daily activities
• Control costs and manage budgets effectively
• Build and maintain strong customer and stakeholder relationships
• Identify risks and ensure proper controls are in place