Jobs at Boardroom Appointments

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in computer science
• 5+ years of strong testing experience
• 3+ years of experience in Test Automation and micro services
• Strong automated testing experience with good knowledge of tools including Git, JMeter and Postman
• Solid understanding of test processes: requirement analysis, test scenario design, test case creation, test scripting and status reporting to stakeholders for testing services
• Strong in validation content from XML, databases and flat files using scripts
• Experience in writing tests in JAVA
• Experience of testing RESTful APIs
• Experience with Atlassian tools such as confluence and JIRA
• Experience working with Jenkins to build CI/CD pipeline
• Experience with Database and SQL for data validation (able to extract data and write data queries)
• Strong hands-on experience with automation of API automation frameworks
• Experience in testing Webservices (Proxy/Business)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Skills in Sellenium Scripting, Execution and Reporting

Responsibilities:

• Supports applications with an understanding of system integration, test planning, scripting, and troubleshooting.
• Reviews project proposal, evaluates alternatives, provides estimates and makes recommendations.
• Identifies potential process improvement areas and suggests options and recommends approaches

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Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (such as Business Administration, Information Technology, or Project Management).
• Proven experience managing ERP implementation projects.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and risk management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and their integration into organizational processes.
• Must have played a Project Management role on at least 2 ERP Projects
• Must understand the ERP Life Cycle (key project phases, tasks, activities and deliverables per phase)
• Must have good leadership/people and communication skills.
• Should also be someone who is quite resolute i.e. can hold people to account, manage Vendors, make the tough calls, deliver the bad news when necessary, etc
• Must have experience with cloud based ERP software (new technology)

Responsibilities:

• Provides project administrative assistance to a Project Management team during the delivery of simple and complex projects and programmes.
• Play a crucial role in overseeing the successful implementation of an ERP system within an organization. 
• Collaborate with stakeholders, manage resources, and ensure the project meets its objectives. Below are the key responsibilities and qualifications for this role.

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Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (such as Business Administration, Information Technology, or Project Management).
• Proven experience managing ERP implementation projects.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and risk management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and their integration into organizational processes.
• Must have played a Project Management role on at least 2 ERP Projects
• Must understand the ERP Life Cycle (key project phases, tasks, activities and deliverables per phase)
• Must have good leadership/people and communication skills.
• Should also be someone who is quite resolute i.e. can hold people to account, manage Vendors, make the tough calls, deliver the bad news when necessary, etc
• Must have experience with cloud based ERP software (new technology)

Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain a comprehensive project plan that outlines the project's scope, schedule, budget, and resource requirements.
• Establish a project team, define roles and responsibilities, and develop a communication plan.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to keep the project on track.
• Work closely with stakeholders, including the executive team, department managers, IT personnel, and end-users.
• Ensure the ERP system aligns with the organization's requirements and objectives.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders, communicate project updates, and manage expectations.
• Establish a project budget, track costs, and report on budget variances.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities and develop effective contingency plans.
• Identify project risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate them.
• Proactively assess risks and work with stakeholders to create a risk management plan.

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Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• VIP Course
• At least 3 years VIP experience
• Strong Administrative Skills
• Organised
• Able to complete forms related to own working area
• Can complete administrative procedures with necessary directions and systems at disposal
• Attention to detail
• Able to work under pressure
• Adaptable
• Sense of urgency
• Persistent
• VIP
• Excel and Word
• Understands administrative procedures in own department

Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing:

• Processing of all salaries input and the monthly wages.
• Ensure to query excessive overtime, Business km travel claims or any deductions that is relating to renting of a vehicle.
• Ensure all earnings and deductions are authorized by the BU Manager.
• Ensure any BU Changes are correctly changed on VIP and the reporting Managers are correctly captured on VIP.
• Update of Pay points on monthly basis.
• Ensure Salary Increases are correctly processed on VIP.
• Ensure deadlines are met.
• Ensure CTC are correctly captured on VIP.
• Ensure Perks Tax is correctly captured on VIP as and when applicable.
• Ensure Salvage Loans are correctly processed.

Medical Aid:

• Ensure the billing for the Medical Aid Discovery, Xelus and Sizwe are correctly captured on VIP.
• Ensure all new members and dependents are correctly captured on VIP.
• Ensure terminations are correctly processed on VIP i.e., pro-rata EE and ER contributions.
• Medical Aid payments are due by the third of the following month.

Provident Fund:

• Ensure Provident Fund schedules reconciled back to the VIP reports monthly.
• Ensure for the Provident fund reconciliation function.

Ensure Provident Fund schedules reach the Provident Fund Administrators by the third of every month. Other Third-Party Payments:

• Ensure Garnishee Order, Union, Bargaining Council, SARS, UIF, Skills, Social Security and VET payments submitted to the Finance department before the sixth of every month for payment.
• Ensure schedules are communicated to the Third Parties to ensure payment is distributed correctly.
• Assist the Group Payroll Manager with the month end reports: General Ledger export.
• Co-Reconciliation reports.

Skills Provision.

• Leave Provision. Training Reports.
• Ensure that the Wages are correctly processed on a Thursday morning.
• Ensure leave applications are correctly processed on VIP and the NBCRFLI Council.
• Ensure unpaid leave is correctly process on VIP
• Ensure pay slips uploaded on ESS a day before pay day.
• Printing pay slips for employees with no access to ESS and distribution.

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Minimum Requirements: 

• Red Seal certification or equivalent qualification in relevant trade (e.g., Millwright, Heavy Equipment Technician, etc.).
• Experience in maintenance and repair of heavy lifting machinery, with a focus on cranes and rolling machines.
• Proficiency in hydraulics, electronics, and mechanical systems, including troubleshooting and repair techniques.
• Ability to travel extensively, including to countries in Africa, and willingness to work in diverse environments and conditions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and a methodical approach to fault finding.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Experience in using diagnostic tools and software for equipment analysis and performance monitoring.
• Physical fitness and manual dexterity to handle heavy equipment components and perform maintenance tasks.
• Valid passport, with the ability to travel internationally on short notice.
• Commitment to upholding safety standards and procedures at all times, prioritizing the well-being of oneself and others

Responsibilities:

• Conducting regular maintenance and repair work on traveling cranes, rolling machines, and other heavy lifting machinery.
• Troubleshooting hydraulic, electronic, and mechanical issues efficiently to minimize downtime.
• Performing inspections, diagnosing faults, and implementing corrective actions as per manufacturer guidelines and safety standards.
• Traveling to client sites, including remote locations within Africa, to provide technical support, maintenance, and repair services.
• Collaborating with engineering teams to develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and blueprints to understand equipment configurations and operational requirements.
• Utilizing diagnostic tools and software to analyze equipment performance and identify potential issues.
• Adhering to health and safety protocols and regulations at all times, both on-site and during travel.
• Providing training and guidance to client personnel on equipment operation, maintenance, and safety practices.
• Maintaining accurate records of service activities, including work performed, parts replaced, and maintenance schedules.

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CONTRACT ROLE

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain PowerBI dashboards and reports that provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data analysis needs and deliver comprehensive BI solutions.
• Lead the integration of PowerBI with other business systems for seamless data flow and analysis.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data presented in BI reports.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior BI developers.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in BI development, with a focus on PowerBI.
• Strong understanding of data modeling, SQL, and data warehousing principles.
• Proficiency in DAX, M Query, and other PowerBI related technologies.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with cloud services like Azure or AWS.
• Certification in PowerBI or related BI tools.
• Cross functional skills (Microsoft Fabric).

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CONTRACT ROLE

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect and develop high-quality PowerApps applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate PowerApps with other Microsoft services.
• Mentor junior developers and provide guidance on best practices.
• Stay updated with the latest PowerApps features and updates.
• Ensure applications meet all technical specifications and business requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in computer science or related field.
• Proven experience as a PowerApps developer.
• Strong understanding of Power Platform and its components.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite and Dynamics 365 integration.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Certifications in Microsoft Power Platform.
• Experience with custom connectors and API integrations.
• Knowledge of data modeling and management within PowerApps.
• SQL experience

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Minimum Requirements:

• Min N3 Civil, Mechanical or Electrical
• A qualification in SHE (Health and Safety) management
• 3 years experience as a Safety Officer
• Strong technical background
• Strong excel and reporting skills

Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinate and participate in all Hazard Analyses conducted at KZN.
• Communicate and train risk awareness in all staff.
• Manage Contractor H&S requirements.
• Update all legal appointments as required when there are structural or leadership changes.
• Plan and distribute monthly SHE Awareness talks.
• Track Evacuation Drills
• Log all IODs requiring medical treatment with COID and Dpt of Labour where relevant.
• Update IOD graph (DIFR) Tracking IOD investigations and follow up on actions arising from investigations.
• Initiate annual refresher training for Forklift Drivers, Stackers, First Aiders and updating certificates & licences on file.
• Conduct H&S audits on all departments.
• Track New Machine Risk Assessment turnaround times.
• Arrange annual and return to work Medicals for all employees in high-risk areas identified by the HIRA process.

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Key Responsibilities:

Requirements Gathering

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define the bots objectives, functionalities, and user interaction flow.
• Identify and document technical and business requirements.

Design

• Architect the bots conversation flow, including the decision trees, intents, and entities.
• Design a user-friendly and engaging UX/UI for the bot interactions.

Development

• Develop the bot using the Facebook Messenger Platform, including programming of the conversation logic and integration of necessary APIs.
• Implement natural language processing (NLP) capabilities to interpret user queries and provide contextually relevant responses.
• Code webhook services to receive and send messages to and from the Messenger Platform.

API Integration

• Integrate with Facebooks Conversion API for tracking and attributing offline leads and conversions.
• Implement Metas WhatsApp Business API for extending chatbot functionalities to WhatsApp, ensuring a seamless cross-platform experience.
• Incorporate third-party APIs for additional services like payments, CRM, analytics, etc.

Testing and Deployment

• Perform thorough testing, including unit tests, integration tests, and user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure the bot functions as intended across different scenarios.
• Deploy the bot to the production environment and monitor its performance.

Monitoring and Optimization

• Utilize analytics tools to track user interactions, engagement metrics, and bot performance.
• Continuously refine and optimize the bots responses, conversation flow, and functionalities based on user feedback and analytics insights.

Compliance and Security

• Ensure the bot complies with Facebooks policies, data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR), and privacy standards.
• Implement security measures to protect user data and prevent unauthorized access.

Skills Required

Technical Skills: 

• Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript (Node.js), or
• PHP. 
• Proficiency in database languages such as MYSQL or MS SQL.

Experience with the Messenger Platform,:

• WhatsApp Business API, and Facebooks APIs.
• Familiarity with web development technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and frameworks/libraries (such as Laravel).

Analytical Skills: 

• Ability to analyze and interpret data to make data-driven decisions for
• bot optimization. 
• Skills in using analytics and monitoring tools to track performance
• metrics.

Project Management and Communication: 

• Strong project management skills to oversee the development lifecycle. 
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with team
• members, stakeholders, and potentially interacting with bot users for feedback.

Creativity and Problem-Solving: 

• Creative thinking for designing engaging user experiences and conversation flows. 
• Strong problem-solving skills for addressing technical challenges and optimizing bot performance.

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Responsibilities: 

• Create and manage the social media coverage of the groups' activities and events 
• Present the brand and its culture in an appealing and positive light. 
• Work closely with TL's regarding vacancies and the best practice to advertise/promote the vacancy.
• Draw up monthly plans with clear objectives to drive engagement.
• Produce monthly and weekly performance reports.
• Develop strategies around objectives and what can be done to get the best candidates.
• Meet required deadlines.
• Communicate with contributing team members and follow up on deadlines issued.
• Content creation that is clever, professional, engaging and generates the highest ROI for all divisions in the group
• Use copywriting skills to produce accurate work.
• Access social media platforms via cell phone as and when required.
• Communicate with customers if required, and redirect feedback to the correct channels
• Excellent knowledge of the group's culture and business to advise customers accordingly.
• Identify ways to maximise and leverage social content in all forms of marketing.
• Good understanding of the LinkedIn platform and requirements to build the brands globally.
• Identify new/emerging social platforms that serve the strategic objectives and keep management informed.
• Find opportunities to promote our social media channels online and offline.
• Grow the social media presence on all platforms
• Any other ad hoc duties that might be required.

Minimum requirements: 

• Matric
• Related qualifications in media, marketing, communications or a related creative field will be to your advantage
• Experience as a social media coordinator (or similar) for a company.
• The writing style is adaptable and engaging.
• Understanding of relevant engagement metrics.
• Appreciation for fresh perspectives and ideas.
• Excellent organizational skills (time and project management)
• Previous experience crafting product pages, landing pages, and utilizing a brand narrative
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience in working with X, LI, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok SM platforms (and others, advantageous)
• Initiative to drive and suggest new and innovative ways of doing things to contribute to company's strategic objectives.

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Minimum requirements:

• Matric
• At least 5 years sales experience in Freight/Linehaul or Logistics environment
• Valid Drivers License

Knowledge:

• Sales & Marketing principles and practices.
• External business environments.
• Company service charge rates.
• Company terms of payment.
• Company policies.

Responsibilities:

• Acquire New Business.
• Source Sales leads by analyzing niche markets and routes.
• Through these leads, establish contacts and liaise with companies within these markets/routes.
• Target potential clients and follow up by contacting them.
• Determine whether the potential client requires our services, schedule and confirm an appointment where necessary.
• Visit clients to explain the services we offer and ascertain the clients requirements & freight specifications.
• Evaluate the profitability of taking on the business.
• Present estimates and proposals, both verbally and in written form.
• Negotiate rates within a given parameter.
• Attend to incoming telephone queries and enquiries from potential clients.
• Facilitate processing of credit applications.
• Obtain the credit application from the client and submit to Head Office for approval.
• Obtain any further information required by the National Credit Manager in granting the credit.
• Client servicing: make sure a new client's profile is conveyed to the relevant departments.
• Visit or telephone existing clients.
• Establish whether the clients requirements have been met and discuss problems or concerns regarding the service provided.
• Liaise with the relevant departmental managers regarding client requirements or problems, and resolve problems accordingly.
• Report back to clients on the company's progress or conclusion with regards to their requirements or problems.
• Inform clients of any changes relevant to their business i.e. customs procedures, rate changes, etc.
• Report on weekly activities and progress in respect of action plans.
• Report back to the source of the sales lead on the outcome.
• Comply with the management of the quality management system.
• Understand and adhere to the job descriptions and work instructions.
• Establish the requirements of the client and conform to them.
• Adhoc or additional duties and responsibilities related to the position which will be delegated by the superior.