Fresh Opportunities at Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

About the job:

The CSIR has a vacancy for Electronics Engineer in the Centre for Robotics and Future Production (CRFP). The purpose of the role is to conduct electronic engineering research and development for any of the following environments: robotic platforms, industrial control and/or monitoring, instrumentation or IoT. The position is based in Pretoria.

Key responsibilities:

• Electronics / Embedded Hardware developer on various projects that leads to products.
• Be part of project team that delivers results on brief on budget and on time.
• Raising personal, team and institutional profiles through publishing original research and presenting work at national and international conferences and workshops
• Interacting with peers within fields of expertise both within and outside the CSIR
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment with clients, engineers, scientists, project managers and technicians.
• Supervise junior staff, interns and vacation students.  

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• BSc in Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics or potentially Computer Engineering, with a minimum of three years of relevant electronic design and development experience;
• Focus and interest in electronic development, systems integration, control systems, robotics, mechatronics;
• Experience in at least one Electronic CAD package, Altium is preferred;
• Hands-on experience in construction & testing of Electronics PCB’s;
• Practical person with a good track record in development of systems or products;
• Must have experience in product development processes;
• Problem solving, solution seeking and goal orientation approach;
• Good presentation skills;
• Good computer literacy skills;
• Research and report writing skills;
• High level conceptualisation and analytical skills;
• Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work independently as well as in teams;
• All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).   

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About the job:

The CSIR has a vacancy for a Software Engineer in the Command, Control and Integrated Systems Impact Area within the Defence and Security Cluster. The incumbent will be responsible to design and develop software solutions including middleware and software architectures for command and control, situation awareness, integration, interoperability in military, non-military and safety and security domains. This position is based in Pretoria.

Key responsibilities:

• Interpret user requirements to define software solutions;Determine operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions;
• Generate solutions design specifications and related data packs to address client requirements;
• Lead the development of concept and technology demonstrators, derived from requirements. This includes developing verification Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP’s) and overseeing/facilitating the acceptance of the concept demonstrator;
• Pro-actively research technologies, developments, tool improvements and its processes as well as deployments to ensure increased productivity;
• Design, develop and test software applications for web, mobile (Android, iOS) and desktop (Windows, ARM);
• Develop software solutions through systems flow, data usage, and work processes; investigating problem areas, following the software development lifecycle;
• Document and demonstrate solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code;
• Ensure that system configuration is up to date;
• Contribute to writing proposals to secure funding for the research group;
• Design and develop software architectures and applications for command-and-control demonstrators;
• Design and develop components of command-and-control applications, e.g. user interfaces, mobility, situation awareness, collaboration and integration;
• Research and develop related aspects of software engineering as applied to command and control, e.g. managing common data models, protocol translators, and software services;
• Conceptualise modelling and simulations tools and software solutions for command and control related problems in general, e.g. enterprise utility management, disaster management, infrastructure protection, and anti-poaching;
• Contribute to the development of proposals to attract funding for the research group;
• Provide mentoring and coaching junior staff and students;
• Manage medium size projects, and ensure project outputs are delivered on time, on budget and on brief.

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• An Bachelors degree in computer engineering or computer science with at least three years’ experience in software development;
• An Honours degree will be advantageous;

The following training, knowledge and experience are required:

• Advanced use of network protocols such as, TCP/IP, UDP, HTML etc.;
• Programming Languages (C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Swift, ASP.NET, RESTful, MS SQL, HTML5, CSS3, JQuery, JSON);
• Experience on embedded software development;
• Development of command and control related algorithms, data models, applications (web, mobile, desktop);
• Development of advanced user interfaces (web, mobile, desktop);
• Software development life cycle;
• Software development, test & debugging;
• Software modelling, design methodologies, approaches and techniques;
• Computer networks, configuration, use;
• Proven capability of document preparation;
• Data management and data security;
• System integration and interfacing;

Closing date: 29 February 2024

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About the job:

The CSIR has an Internship opportunity in the Bioprocess Development research team, within the Chemicals Cluster. The purpose of these Internship is to provide graduates with an opportunity to gain practical work experience through research and development of competitive technologies and innovative products under the guidance of researchers and engineers within cross-functional teams. This position is based in Pretoria.

Key responsibilities:

Under supervision, the Intern will be required to:

• Analyse and interpret experimental results;
• Prepare technical reports; 
• Operate bioreactor preparation (10L to 1000L), monitoring and sampling;  
• Contribute to the planning of experiments and execute planned experiments;
• Contribute to the development and implementation of standard operating procedures;
• Contribute and assist with laboratory inventory management;
• Take responsibility and custodianship of the laboratory;
• Prepare chemical and biological agents;
• Conduct routine general microbiology including enumeration of cells and streak/spread plating;

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• An Honours in biotechnology, microbiology or chemical engineering.
• Must be Computer literate with MS Office Package;
• Must have a ‘hands on’ approach with respect to equipment operation, and working in the laboratory and pilot facility;
• Must be able and willing to work shifts (morning, afternoon or night) 
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written);

The following skills are required:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Analytical, methodical, innovative skills;
• Results driven, self-motivated and a team player;
• Pro-active and focused;
• Willingness to learn and work under pressure;
• Ability to prioritise and have a good sense of urgency and accuracy.
• All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Closing date: 21 February 2024

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About the job:

The CSIR has a vacancy for a Candidate Researcher in the Transport Systems and Operations Impact Area in the Smart Mobility Cluster. The CSIR is seeking a highly motivated candidate to support cutting-edge research projects aimed at improving the performance of South Africa’s logistics and transportation network by providing well informed and scientifically proven technological solutions. The Candidate will work within a multi-disciplinary collaborative setting and will support a team of senior and principal researchers by assisting with data collection and management, modelling (e.g., simulation modelling, optimisation, macroeconomic modelling, etc.), IT platform development, testing, and more.  Strong critical and analytical thinking, problem-solving, and organisational skills are required, and candidates are expected to have some understanding of the importance of an efficient logistics and supply chain sector. This position is based in Pretoria, and the incumbent will be expected to travel from time to time to different parts of the country, and as such possession of a driver’s license and ability to drive is necessary.

Key responsibilities:

• Contribute to the application of modelling approaches and methods, including simulation modelling, optimisation, economic modelling, systems and process mapping, and others.
• Collect, analyse, and manage data.
• Support research work (e.g., conduct literature reviews) and scientific report writing.
• Communicate with and assist the developers to correct and maintain the IT platform(s) under development // Implement minor changes to IT platform(s) developed.
• Recommend and implement strategies to improve data collection and integration into IT platforms.
• Develop own skills in modelling and analysis approaches, methods, and software.
• Develop own career to progress on the CSIR career ladder;
• Promote the CSIR’s EPIC culture (i.e., pursue Excellence, celebrate People, personify Integrity, and welcome Collaborations).

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, operations research, or related fields  
• Highly numerate;
• Ability to write scientific reports;
• Ability to work independently as well as in an interdisciplinary team;
• Problem-solving, solution-seeking orientation;
• Quantitative and Qualitative data analysis;
• Good communication, presentation and writing skills; and
• Studying towards a higher degree in science, engineering and technology will be an added advantage.
• A good understanding of fundamental programming principles.
• Experience with various modelling approaches and methods.
• A background in macroeconomics will be an added advantage.

 Closing date: 21 February 2024

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About the Job:

The CSIR has a vacancy for a Senior Researcher in Climate Services research group of Holistic Climate Change Impact Area, within the Smart Places cluster. This position is based in Pretoria.

Key responsibilities:

• Modelling the economic effects of climate change or climate change policies using economy-wide models (such as computable general equilibrium models or large-scale energy models) or modelling in specific sectors that are large energy consumers or significant contributors to climate change.
• Lead the Research Group on projects and initiatives that require assessments of resource economics.
• Lead the business case development, preparation and completion of proposals/deliverables for the public and corporate sector on climate finance, and modelling of costs of climate change solutions;
• Contribute to CSIR’s thought leadership on climate finance, and resource economics modelling;
• Lead the Research Group in collaborative efforts, including proposal writing, in pursuance of contract R&D in the field of climate finance.
• Collaborate with CSIR’s Business Development and Commercialisation (BD&C) to position the Research Group, the Impact Area and the CSIR to be an effective role player on linkages between climate finance, and climate change solutions.
• Mentor and formally supervise the post-graduate research of candidate-researchers and researchers within the research group.

Qualifications, skills, and experience:

• A Master’s degree in economics, or a closely related field with at least five years’ experience with a track record of deploying macroeconomic computable general equilibrium (CGE) models to shape policies or strategies in government, consultancy, academia, industry or a financial institution.
• A Doctoral degree would be an added advantage.
•  Excellent knowledge of systems modelling, coding and modelling in GAMS; knowledge of MPSGE is a plus.
• Knowledge of environmental sustainability opportunities and challenges in national and multinational companies;
• Sound knowledge of macroeconomic computable general equilibrium (CGE) models to shape policies or strategies in government, consultancy, academia, industry or a financial institution.
• Experience with the Global Trade Analysis Project (GTAP) database
• Sound understanding of microeconomic theory.
• Familiarity with a wide range of climate-related modelling including but not limited to macroeconomic, energy-system models as well as
• Strong knowledge of in climate policies particularly carbon pricing
• Strong knowledge in high- and low-carbon technologies
• Must have the ability to;
  • present technical details to a non-technical audience.
  • Ability to conduct research tasks, collect, analyse, and summarise data; combined with ability to manage projects in a multi-stakeholder and multi-geographies context.
  •  Undertake economic costs and benefits of nature-based solutions.
  •  Collaborate with key international, national, and sub-national actors in the implementation of climate actions;
  • Liaise with other teams within and outside the CSIR to gather information and insights related to climate policy and climate change mitigation
  • Lead the preparation and completion of proposals and deliverables for corporate and public sector clients
  • Understanding of the energy issues / trends in SA will be a plus
• Effective organizational as well as written and verbal communication skills;
• A recent publication record in the fields of climate finance.
• Demonstrable experience and success in attracting R&D funding and the successful management of research projects.
• Good writing skills, with the ability to create high-quality written documents (e.g., proposals and deliverables) combined with excellent oral communication skills in English.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work closely with others in research group;
• Must have a valid driver’s licence.

Closing date: 29 February 2024

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About the job:

The CSIR has an internship opportunity for an Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP)in the Environmental Management Services research group, within the Smart Places cluster. The purpose is to provide graduates with an opportunity to gain practical work experience and develop capabilities in environmental impact assessment, as well as related fields such as strategic environmental assessment, risk assessment, monitoring and evaluation, sustainability frameworks and systems thinking. This position is at the CSIR office in Stellenbosch or Durban.

Key responsibilities: 

• Work together with colleagues to develop our environmental assessment and management capabilities, through developing networks, growing the business, and building new competencies;
• Co-ordinate and manage environmental assessment studies, from the proposal and negotiation phases through to public consultation, information collation, report writing and communication of findings (under the supervision of a senior EAP);
• Conduct independent investigations as well as integrate information from across disciplines;
• Travel regularly within South Africa and to other African countries as required.

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• An Honours degree in environmental science or in a field related to sustainable development, conservation ecology, environmental engineering, or planning;
• A Master’s degree in environmental science or in a field related to sustainable development, conservation ecology, environmental engineering or planning would be advantageous;
• Short courses and further qualifications that include environmental legislation, geospatial analysis, systems thinking, and stakeholder engagement would be advantageous;
• Experience in application of scientific analytical research methodology; 
• Problem solving skills and solutions-oriented approach;
• Capability in conducting independent investigations and trans-disciplinary integration;
• Critical grasp of national and international developments regarding sustainability issues;
• Valid South African Code B or EB driver’s licence.

Closing date: 29 February 2024

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About the job:

The CSIR has a vacancy for a Business Development Manager in the CSIR Conferencing and Accommodation (C&A) portfolio and will be placed at the CSIR Conferencing and Accommodation centre. The incumbent will be responsible for providing strategic planning and management of the reservations, sales and front of house functions of the C&A group (CSIR International Convention Centre (ICC), Knowledge Commons, Entabeni and Newton). This position is based in Pretoria.

Key responsibilities:

Strategic planning

• Keep abreast with the industry developments and trends and contribute to the C&A business plan;
• Lead Front Office, Sales and Reservations teams (reporting departments) to ensure that their service and product offerings remain competitive, cutting edge and of a 5-star standard;
• Assist in the development of the marketing and sales strategy in collaboration with the Marketing Manager and sales team, including setting specific product/service sale targets, competitive activity, sales effort, and promotions programmes.

Operations

• Develop and implement operational plans for reporting departments in line with the CSIR C&A marketing strategy to ensure that the C&A achieves its sales targets;
• Oversee the implementation and ongoing update of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and operational documents for reporting departments;
• Monthly, quarterly and annual reporting for reporting departments;
• Develop and maintain relationships with key clientele and suppliers, officials and influential individuals to develop opportunities to promote and gain support for the C&A Group, its capabilities and capacities, and its initiatives in order to ensure healthy relationships and partnerships are developed and maintained contributing to the C&A Groups’ success and desired position in the marketplace.

Finances

• Coordinate annual and periodic pricing and product reviews and price setting groups products and services in consultation with the team and formulate annual and monthly revenue projections and sales targets, monitor and control to ensure that the group remains competitive and that sales targets are achieved in a sustainable manner conducive to growth;
• Ensure that all reporting departments adhere to expenditure budgets and achieve budgeted income;
• Ensure efficient control and use of, planning and budgeting for, operating and capital equipment, for all reporting departments;

• Manage the C&A Group’s (ICC, Knowledge Commons, Entabeni and Newton) client contract terms and conditions and deposit policy and manage negotiations with clients regarding deviations to policy in order to minimise risk to the CSIR.           

Human Resources

• Ensure that reporting departments are correctly resourced and skilled to support the C&A group’s delivery on its business plan;
• Oversee and execute ongoing and regular performance management for reporting departments;
• Plan and oversee training for reporting departments;
• Manage and administer the CSIR ICC sales commission scheme for participating staff;           

 SHEQ

• Perform duties and take responsibility for SHEQ matters within department and embed a culture of SHE awareness and compliance amongst staff.

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• A National diploma in business or hospitality management with five years’ experience in a similar role in a four- or five-star convention centre or hotel with large conference facilities;
• Experience in management, sales, front of house and reservations in a four- or five-star convention centre;
• A proven track record of successful business growth/business development;
• Proven consumer-focused experience;
• Brand building and product development skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Assertiveness skills;
• Strategic partnerships and relationship building skills;
• Business acumen skills;
• Performance driven;
• Strategic thinking skills;
• Team management skills;
• Influencing and negotiating skills;
• Planning and organising skills;
• Resource management;
• Presentation skills;
• System proficiency and task implementation skills.

Closing date:  29 February 2024

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About the job:

The CSIR has a vacancy for Conferencing & Accommodation (C&A) Executive Chef in the Conferencing & Accommodation Portfolio. The incumbent will be responsible for managing and coordinating all activities of the C&A kitchen operations and culinary activities to ensure that the CSIR International Convention Centre (ICC) & Newton’s restaurant delivers culinary products and services of a competitive 5-star standard in a cost-effective manner.  This position is based in Pretoria.

Key responsibilities:

• Remain aware of industry developments and trends and incorporate into product planning and development and be responsible for the strategic vision of food products;
• Plan and implement standard contemporary menus and other culinary offerings in order to ensure that the culinary products of the C&A Group provide it with a competitive edge and enhance the reputation of the CSIR ICC & Newton’s;
• Meet with clients and plan ad hoc bespoke menus for their events in consultation with them;
• Monitor customer satisfaction and take action where necessary;
• Manage and direct all food preparation and presentation activities of the CSIR ICC kitchen department and compile standard operating procedures, forms and templates for the department
• Manage the food purchasing function according to Supply Chain Management (SCM) standards to ensure the proactive appointment of suppliers of quality goods and equipment for the kitchen department and compile standard operating procedures, forms and templates to support this;
• Ensure that the culinary offering of the CSIR ICC & Newton’s is conveyed visually and verbally to clients during their events in a manner which enhances and compliments the reputation of the CSIR ICC & Newton’s and its competitiveness;
• Ensure food safety and hygiene practices for the storage, production and service of food in the CSIR ICC and Newton’s to ensure that identified standards and certifications are maintained;
• Plan, prepare and control operational and capital budgets for the kitchen department;
• Ensure that food cost targets are achieved without compromising on quality;
• Responsible for the control and reporting on consumable and capital equipment stock;
• Management reporting as and when required;
• Recruitment, supervision and performance management of kitchen and purchasing staff;
• Identify training needs of department and contribute to training plan and ensure that on the job training takes place as and when needed;
• Source and contract with service providers of seasonal temporary staff according to SCM guidelines.  Identify the seasonal requirements for additional staff and ensure that the kitchen department is suitably resourced to provide the desired level of service;
• Perform duties and take responsibility for Safety, Health, Environment and Quality(SHEQ) matters within department and embed a culture of SHE awareness and compliance amongst staff.

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• Grade 12 and one years’ Cookery or Chef diploma and/or recognised professional qualification from a reputable institution or hotel school with at least five years’ experience as an Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a four- or five-star environment;
• Group catering experience;
• A la carte food production experience;
• Experience in managing a kitchen brigade;
• Budget and food costing experience;
• Proven ability to identify and keep up with cooking trends and best practices;
• Computer literacy and proficiency in working with spreadsheets;
• Business acumen skills;
• Attention to detail skills;
• Excellence and quality orientation skills;
• Customer service orientation skills;
• Resilience, perseverance and stress management skills;

All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Closing date:   25 February 2024

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The CSIR has a vacancy for Safety, Security, Health, and Environment Manager in the CSIR Conferencing and Accommodation(C&A) Portfolio. The incumbent will manage all aspects of Safety, Security, Health and Environment for the Conferencing and Accommodation group. He/she will develop Health and Safety plans, prepare, and enforce policies, evaluate practices and procedures to ensure compliance within the legislative guidelines and providing support to the C&A Group. This position is based in Pretoria.

Key responsibilities:

• Present events at the City Joint Operations Committee for compliance, train staff, conduct evacuation drills and implement corrective actions of the Conferencing and Accommodation Group. Evaluate effectiveness of the SSHE management systems and processes in achieving the C & A strategic goals;

Leadership

• Develop SSHE strategies and operational plans and foster a culture that promotes positive support for implementation of SHE Policies and related procedures;
• Plan for the overall management of SSHE, deciding priorities, and establishment of adequate systems and performance standards;
• Assess and lead the C&A Group to comply to all OHS Act, SASREA Legislation and Standards as far as reasonably practicable;
• Prepare and assist for C&A Group SHE audits, ensuring the compliance in the group;
• Engage with internal and external clients to advise on planned venue setups, safety and security plans and submissions to local government for permits and other council services. Advise Clients on Health Safety Security Environment related issues around their events;
• Identify all customer VIP and high-level security or safety needs proactively and personally oversee all arrangements to cater for such;

Operations

• Monitor and evaluate Health Safety Security Environmental risks during setups, event and breakdowns and implementing measures for mitigation as and when required;
• Oversee the drawing up of and review and approve floorplans and exhibition stand designed in terms of safety legislation and space planning requirements and use these as tools to assist in the selling of venues and the planning and safe setup of client events;
• Oversee the compliance and submission of safety files for events to the City of Tshwane Joint Operations Committee to obtain timeous City Council approval of events;
• Approve all necessary safety and setup documentation from exhibitors and communication thereof;
• Manage the relationship and service of CSIR Security for the C&A Group facilities and clients. Coordinate with Main Campus security on event specific requirements as and when access is required to the centre;
• Perform ongoing Risk assessments and facilitate the implementation of corrective actions;
• Prepare and assist for C&A Group SHE audits, ensuring the compliance in the group;

Record Keeping

• Maintain records of all client and subcontractor related safety documentation: JOC files, event contractor induction registers, attendance registers held with ESSPC and SAPS for events as well as minutes of the meetings;

Other

• Establish the CSIR C&A workplace health & safety committee, participate in SHE meetings and advice on measures to mitigate threats, risks and prevent losses;

Human Resource Management

• Manage, mentor, coach and play an advisory role for staff growth and development;
• Conduct performance management contracting and reviews for all staff at the recommended periods, for the purpose of managing and improving both individuals’ performance and service delivery;
• SHEQ Perform duties and take responsibility for SHEQ matters within department and embed a culture of SHE awareness and compliance amongst staff;

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• A National Diploma in Health and Safety management;
• A minimum of three years’ experience in the event industry in the relevant position with specific experience in Event Safety, Health and Security of VIP Management;
• Recognised SSHE certificates or Diploma;
• Driver’s license is required;
• Knowledge of relevant SHE legislations such as SASREA Legislation and Standards, OHSAS 18001/ ISO 45001, ISO 14001;
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with other departments;
• Computer literacy;
• Strong teamwork ;
• Ability to remain calm under pressure;
• Customer service orientation;
• Assertiveness;
• Attention to detail;
• Conflict resolution;
• Customer service orientation;
• Decisiveness and action orientation;
• Influencing and negotiation;
• Investigative orientation;
• Problem solving;
• Resilience, perseverance and stress-management;a
• Strategic thinking and decision making.

Closing date: 29 February 2024

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The CSIR has an opportunity for a Procurement Manager in the Conferencing and Accommodation Portfolio. The incumbent will be responsible for sourcing suppliers and the purchasing and controlling of food and beverage commodities, other products, and services for the C&A Group in line with the PFMA and CSIR procurement policies and procedures. This position is based in Pretoria.

Key responsibilities:

• Establish panels of suppliers and carry out Request for quotations, proposals, tenders etc. for commodities, products and services from food, beverage and related suppliers and negotiate contracts with the support of the CSIR’s Strategic Procurement Unit;
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers;
• Market research, source suppliers and establish and maintain an updated supplier database;
• Ensure best practices are maintained with suppliers regarding pricing, service delivery, quality, BBBEE requirements and negotiate the best pricing;
• Ensure all food and beverage suppliers conform to the required food safety and hygiene standards and present valid certification thereof;
• Procurement and stock control of commodities, products and services for kitchen and banqueting departments;
• Processing of operational and financial documents and records on procurement, stock, and point of sales (POS) systems;
• Data capturing and reporting;
• Stock controls with month end stock counts and reports.

Qualifications, skills, and experience:

• A national diploma in hospitality management, procurement or logistics or other related field, food safety diplomas or certificates with at least five years’ experience in in hospitality procurement;
• Experience in government procurement regulations, the PFMA and National Treasury Regulations will be an advantage;
• Valid code 8 driver’s license;
• Knowledge of suppliers in the hospitality industry;
• Procurement skills;
• Supplier management skills;
• Stock management skills;
• Interpersonal skills;
• Food safety & hygiene skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Being proactive;
• People Management skills;
• Computer literate (including stock and POS systems);
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene systems and standards;
• All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Closing date: 26 February 2024

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The CSIR has a vacancy for a Barista/Barman/Driver in the Conferencing and Accommodation portfolio. The incumbent will be responsible for making and serving cold and hot beverages, explaining the ingredients to customers in an engaging manner and conducting onsite deliveries and collections as and when required. This position is based in Pretoria.

Key responsibilities:

• Receive and preparing hot and cold beverage orders from service staff for sit-down customers;
• Welcome take-away customers, informing them about hot and cold beverage specials or new items, answering questions and taking orders;
• Prepare hot and cold beverage products according to standard recipes and SOPs to ensure consistent cost and quality control;
• Clean, restock, and sanitize equipment and utensils and work area;
• Participate in daily and monthly cash-ups and stock takes and inform manager of stock requirements timeously;
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and quality controls and liquor license regulations;
• Make deliveries and collections on the CSIR campus as and when required (food, beverages, stock, onsite catering).

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• A Grade ten, Barista training, Cocktail training with at least two to  three years’ experience in a similar environment;
• Driver’s license;
• Tertiary food and beverage preparation and service qualification advantageous;
• Great communication skills;
• A friendly personality;
• Customer service skills and knowledge;
• High level of attention-to-detail;
• Enthusiasm to develop your skills and knowledge;
• Adaptable to change and willing to embrace new ideas and processes;
• Ability to work unsupervised and deliver quality work;
• Positive and approachable manner;
• Team player qualities;

All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Closing date: 26 February 2024