Job Vacancies at Pollock & Associates

• We are seeking a skilled and professional Automotive Technician to join a luxury brand vehicle dealership service team. You will be responsible for conducting vehicle inspections, maintenance, and repair work in accordance with OEM standards. With a clear focus on quality, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction, you’ll help preserve vehicle value, strengthen the brand reputation, and support the service team’s technical performance.
• This role requires a motivated individual with a solid trade background, diagnostic expertise, and a willingness to stay current with evolving technologies through OEM training and self-directed learning.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• Qualified Motor Mechanic with Trade Test (A-grade).
• 3+ years’ experience in servicing and repairs in a dealership environment.
• Diagnostic and fault-finding experience with the use of OEM diagnostic tools.
• Exposure to OEM maintenance systems, repair manuals, and service protocols.
• Must have own tools – a tool list will be provided with requirements

Technical & Other Skills:

• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and documentation requirements.
• Proficient in visual inspections, fluid servicing, calibrations, and replacement of wear components.
• Capable of minor and defined major repairs (e.g., suspension struts, principal components).
• Accurate completion of job cards and timekeeping.

Preferred Attributes:

• Self-motivated, quality-focused, and target-driven.
• Willingness to perform overtime and attend OEM training.
• Clear commitment to teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.

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• Join a market leader in abrasion resistant solutions for the metal industry, driving commercial strategy across South Africa and key African markets. This senior role offers full responsibility for sales, business development, marketing, and customer relationship management, delivering revenue growth, market share expansion, and long-term profitability. Responsible for Sales & Marketing for Africa.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Engineering, Business, Metallurgy, or related field
• 10+ years’ commercial leadership in the metal industry (abrasion-resistant components)
• Strong African market knowledge (mining, cement, steel, power, infrastructure)
• Proven success in strategy execution and revenue growth
• Experience in complex contract negotiation within heavy industries
• Solid manufacturing, materials technology, and wear mechanism knowledge
• Advanced MS Office & Google Suite skills
• Willingness to travel locally/internationally; valid passport & driver’s license

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• We are seeking an experienced Senior Grower to lead the production management of greenhouses, ensuring the delivery of high-quality plants that meet forecasted quotas.
• This role oversees climate control, irrigation, pest and disease management, crop production planning, and staff development. You will play a critical role in driving operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in plant health and yield outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Matric plus a Degree in Horticulture or related field.
• Proven track record in greenhouse management with progression into a senior grower role.
• Strong computer proficiency: Microsoft Office and Priva Systems.

Competencies & Skills

• Leadership and team supervision.
• In-depth knowledge of crop production and plant health.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management, reporting, and communication skills.
• Innovative mindset with commitment to continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee 8 x 1.3 ha greenhouses, a 576 m² nursery, and 9 climate zones.
• Manage irrigation, heating, mist cooling, and climate systems for optimal conditions.
• Implement sowing, seedling production, and planting schedules to meet yield targets.
• Ensure compliance with EuroGAP and client quality standards.
• Direct, train, and mentor Assistant Growers, Technical Assistants, and Production Supervisors.
• Monitor crop health, apply biologicals, and manage pest/disease control.
• Prepare production reports, crop forecasts, and trial evaluations.
• Maintain greenhouse hygiene, facility integrity, and equipment functionality.

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• As a Sales Representative, you’ll drive new business, build client relationships, and close deals that contribute to South Africa’s energy transition. They do not have to come from the industry as long as they have a technical aptitude. Looking for a hunter. Will be calling on corporate clients (large projects) min R3Mill per project. Basic salary plus lucrative uncapped commission.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years in B2B sales — ideally in lighting, energy, or electrical sectors
• Education: Sales, marketing, or technical/electrical background preferred
• Knowledge: Familiarity with retrofit projects, payback calculations, and efficiency ROI
• MUST have B2B sales experience and the ability to communicate at Csuite level
• Strong communicator
• Confident negotiator
• Target-driven

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Generation: Cold calling, networking, and direct outreach to industrial & commercial prospects
• Client Consultations: Assess sites and tailor proposals to demonstrate ROI & carbon savings
• Proposal Management: Prepare and present quotes and close deals
• Collaboration: Work closely with technical teams for smooth project delivery
• Reporting: Keep CRM updated and provide weekly sales pipeline status

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• An exciting opportunity exists for a Production Manager with proven plastics moulding expertise to lead and optimise operations in a high-volume manufacturing facility. 
• This hands-on leadership role requires residency in Port Elizabeth or nearby areas and extensive experience in injection moulding. Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for end-to-end production efficiency, compliance, and team leadership, ensuring that output, quality, and safety standards are consistently met.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Technical Skills

• Must reside in Port Elizabeth or the surrounding areas
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in injection moulding machine setting and optimisation
• At least 3 years’ supervisory experience in a plastics manufacturing environment
• Technical Diploma or Degree in Manufacturing, Production, or related field
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint; database/reporting systems advantageous
• Understanding of QMS, EMS, ISO 9001:2015, and production KPIs
• South African citizen with a valid Code 08 driver’s licence

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily production operations and workforce across shifts
• Oversee injection moulding processes and ancillary systems to meet performance targets
• Drive compliance with QMS, EMS, and HSE standards; halt production if standards are compromised
• Monitor and improve metrics (scrap% %, cycle time, absenteeism, output)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on problem-solving and product optimisation
• Maintain documentation, training alignment, and SOP adherence
• Participate in internal and external audits, customer reviews, and production planning

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• Hybrid: 2–3 days in office per week. We are looking for a highly skilled Senior NetApp Engineer to lead enterprise-grade storage infrastructure initiatives. This hybrid role requires strong technical leadership, deep expertise in NetApp ONTAP, and a passion for mentoring and driving performance.

Experience Required:

• 3–5 years’ hands-on experience in NetApp ONTAP environments within large enterprise settings.
• Strong background in block and file-based storage protocols (SMB, NFS, CIFS).
• 8–10 years in storage and backup environments (preferred).

Certifications & Technical Skills:

• NetApp Certified Data Administrator ONTAP (NCDA) is essential.
• Additional NetApp certifications: NCSE, NCIE, NAHSE.
• Veritas InfoScale (Availability & Storage), Veritas NetBackup, Linux/Unix.
• SAN certifications across vendors (preferred).
• DELL EMC storage experience will also be considered favourably.
• Minimum NQF 4 qualifications; NQF 5 or higher preferred.
• NetApp certifications: NCDA, NCSE, NCIE, NAHSE (essential).
• Competency in Veritas InfoScale (Availability & Storage), NetBackup, and Linux/Unix.
• SAN certifications across vendors (preferred).
• Minimum NQF 4 qualifications; NQF 5 or higher preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of enterprise SAN/NAS storage environments.
• Manage escalations and advanced troubleshooting across NetApp ONTAP platforms.
• Configure and maintain storage controllers, Fibre Channel networks, and disk arrays.
• Optimise storage performance across SMB, NFS, and CIFS protocols.
• Mentor mid-level engineers and contribute to technical knowledge sharing.
• Support strategic decisions on enterprise storage and backup architecture.

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• As a South African importer and distributor servicing both local and African markets our client is experiencing significant growth in both scale and market reach. To support this expansion, they are strengthening their finance team with the appointment of an Accountant.
• This role offers an opportunity to take ownership of the full accounting function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all financial operations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (minimum)
• 3–5 years’ accounting experience (import/distribution preferred)
• Strong proficiency in Pastel Partner
• Advanced MS Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas)
• Solid knowledge of VAT, import costing, and foreign currency transactions
• Multi-entity/group accounting exposure advantageous

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate general ledger records in Pastel Partner
• Prepare monthly trial balance and supporting schedules
• Process and reconcile bank accounts, debtors, creditors, and inventory
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy
• Manage VAT submissions and statutory calculations
• Support year-end audit preparation and liaise with auditors
• Collaborate with Administration Manager to ensure accurate data flow
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting

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• We are seeking an experienced Shift Supervisor to oversee plant operations, production, and maintenance activities while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality output.
• This role is accountable for leading teams, driving compliance, and delivering against production targets in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) – Mathematics (HG) preferred
• Diploma in a Technical or Production-related discipline (NQF 6) – Required
• Certificate in Technical or Production fields (NQF 5) – Advantageous
• Trade Test (NQF 5) and/or First Line Management Certificate (NQF 5) – Advantageous

Experience

• 5 years in Production/Maintenance within manufacturing (incl. 2 years supervisory)
• Shift-work exposure (up to 3 years) – Advantageous

Technical & Professional Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office, SAP, ERP, and job-specific systems
• In-depth knowledge of plant production and maintenance processes
• Strong understanding of safety, environmental, and manufacturing regulations
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Proactive, action-oriented, and resilient under pressure
• Strong decision-making, planning, and problem-solving abilities
• Leadership and supervisory capability with a customer-focused mindset

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• We are seeking an experienced Export Area Manager to drive sales growth, increase market share, and expand the company’s footprint across Sub-Saharan Africa.
• This role requires both a hunter mindset to secure new business and strong account management skills to retain and grow existing customersYou will be responsible for developing and executing export strategies, managing compliance and governance requirements, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective stock, debtors, and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Marketing, or related field (NQF 7).

Experience

• 6–8 years’ Sales & Marketing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 3 years’ exposure to SSA export markets.
• Strong track record in achieving export sales targets.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, SAP, ERP systems.
• Strong business case preparation, budgeting, and reporting ability.
• Knowledge of export compliance, governance, and risk management.

Other Skills

• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and presentation abilities.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and with international stakeholders.

Preferred Skills

• Innovative approach to marketing and promotions.
• Experience in customer retention strategies and stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to balance commercial targets with compliance and governance.

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• A leading automotive parts wholesaler seeks an experienced Product Development Specialist to drive the creation and launch of new product ranges based on vehicle market trends and data. This role is strategic rather than sales or operational, focusing on supplier sourcing, catalogue creation, and aligning parts availability with the South African vehicle market.
• The successful candidate will leverage their deep industry expertise to identify opportunities, onboard suppliers, and build ranges across multiple part categories.

Minimum Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience in the automotive parts industry (wholesale or large retail).
• Proven success in launching new product lines, not just stock maintenance.
• Strong understanding of vehicle applications and OE/supplier part number mapping.
• Proficiency with ERP/catalogue systems (preferably Kerridge).
• Experience across multiple product categories, not limited to a single specialism.
• Strategic supplier sourcing and business planning experience.
• Ability to analyse and act on “car park” data to anticipate market needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth vehicle trend analysis across passenger, light, and heavy commercial segments.
• Identify required automotive parts (e.g., brake pads, filters, belts, sensors, clutches) based on market demand.
• Develop new product ranges from concept to launch, including supplier identification, part numbering, and pricing strategy.
• Source from local suppliers, independents, or direct imports.
• Build and maintain a comprehensive ERP-linked product catalogue (Kerridge).
• Collaborate with procurement, MD, branch managers, and suppliers to support national growth strategies.