Jobs at Headhunters

Requirements:

• 3-5 years’ experience in Fault finding, System Integration and Solar Installations.
• Qualified, red seal electrician.
• A wireman's License is non-negotiable. 
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite, advanced Excel)
• Knowledge of ERP systems, MES, Windows 10, discipline-specific software.
• Solar inverter testing, PCB replacement, lithium battery BMS data analysis.
• Firmware updates and system monitoring.

Responsibilities:

Installation of Equipment

• Liaise with Project Supervisor to review project plans and drawings.
• Ensure projects are built according to design and specifications.
• Set up solar monitoring systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot system malfunctions.
• Assemble solar array racking, seal roof penetrations, and install all equipment.
• Install residential, light commercial, and industrial/IPPs photovoltaic systems.
• Collaborate with Installation Supervisor and Engineering department for system installation.
• Maintain accurate installation records and documentation.

Compliance

• Ensure adherence to all relevant regulations, codes, and procedures (SANS, design specifications).
• Maintain high quality assurance and control, emphasizing safety.
• Monitor costs and minimize wasteful or irregular expenditure.

Customer Service

• Communicate professionally with customers.
• Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and positive feedback.

Cost and Quality Control

• Ensure projects are executed within budget.
• Complete projects on time while adhering to company policies and procedures.

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Requirements:

• Matric; a post-matric qualification will be an advantage.
• Minimum 2 years’ work experience in internal sales administration and clerical duties.
• Computer literate and efficient.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
• Strong attention to detail.
• High level of accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong communication and telephone skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Customer-focused with a professional and helpful approach.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and support all internal administrative duties in the branch and ensure the office operates smoothly.
• Handle and allocate branch enquiries.
• Process orders and transactions on Embrace, including invoicing, jobs, LPRs, OPRs and related documentation.
• Compile and submit quotations as required.
• Provide leads and sales opportunities to Sales Engineers.
• Provide support to the external sales team.
• Compile daily figures and JMR reports, including month-end and year-end reporting.
• Assist with consignment stock management.
• Log into Ariba, Coupa and other customer portals daily to download new orders and allocate them to Internal Sales.
• Manage branch debtors by following up on outstanding payments and reporting to the Debtors’ Office and Branch Manager.
• Monitor office supplies and place orders when necessary.
• Expedite local and divisional orders.
• Handle incoming telephone calls and enquiries.
• Manage telephone sales and customer enquiries.
• Maintain accurate filing, typing and stationery records.
• Maintain the quote register system.
• Compile and submit quotations arising from telephone enquiries.
• Compile required reports.
• Control stock of pamphlets and brochures.
• Arrange seminars and coordinate seating arrangements.
• Ensure customer lists are kept up to date and accurately maintained.
• Update selling prices on Embrace when requested.
• Provide general clerical and administrative support to the branch.
• Assist with ensuring efficient day-to-day branch operations.

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Requirements:

• Qualified Millwright with completed apprenticeship or equivalent apprenticeship training.
• Section 13 or Section 26D Trade Test Certificate as a Millwright (Electro-Mechanician).
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience maintaining large electrical and mechanical installations.
• Strong electrical background with the ability to troubleshoot accurately and efficiently.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with SCADA and PLC control systems will be advantageous.
• Experience with field control instrumentation will be advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenance principles.
• Extensive knowledge of centrifugal pumps, including slurry and clean-water applications.
• Strong understanding of positive displacement pumps, including diaphragm, screw, and peristaltic pumps.
• Knowledge of pump alignment, fault diagnosis, vibration causes, and bearing failures.
• Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Working knowledge of Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) and soft starters, including setup, fault finding, and parameter verification.
• Basic instrumentation knowledge, including pH, ORP, and conductivity probes, calibration, and fault finding.
• Electrical fault-finding experience on low-voltage systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, and mechanical schematics.
• Understanding of preventative and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Knowledge of lubrication systems and practices.
• Sound understanding of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and/or Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) in South Africa.
• Knowledge of lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Ensure effective application and adherence to the Computerised Maintenance Management System (MaintainX).
• Ensure all plant assets are clearly identified, marked, and controlled through an accurate Asset Register.
• Attend to breakdowns promptly and prioritise maintenance jobs according to operational requirements.
• Plan and perform routine servicing, repairs, and preventative maintenance of electro-mechanical equipment in a professional and cost-effective manner.
• Ensure compliance with planned maintenance schedules and maintenance windows.
• Monitor and report on the condition and performance of electro-mechanical plant equipment.
• Ensure adherence to predictive and preventative maintenance requirements.
• Manage and coordinate the maintenance team and ensure effective utilisation of available resources.
• Implement and manage artisan standby rosters, overtime, leave schedules, and skills development programmes.
• Enforce appropriate discipline in accordance with company procedures.
• Conduct weekly toolbox talks with the maintenance team.
• Conduct regular maintenance forward planning and lead weekly maintenance meetings.
• Prepare and submit maintenance reports as required.
• Assist with hands-on maintenance activities during non-high-risk work.
• Oversee high-risk maintenance activities during weekends and after hours when required.
• Assist with contractor management for maintenance-related activities on site.
• Monitor contractor performance and service-level agreements.
• Assist with the coordination and escorting of filter press and lime delivery trucks when required.
• Assist with specifications, sourcing, quality control, refurbishment, and repair of equipment.
• Assist with pricing, tendering, and implementation of new electrical, mechanical, and civil installations.
• Manage maintenance spares and ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained.
• Ensure approved and contractually required maintenance spares are available when needed.
• Apply sound human resource, administration, and control procedures.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company, client, MHSA/OHSA, and applicable ISO requirements.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, health, and safety.
• Take responsibility for applicable legal safety appointments in accordance with MHSA/OHSA requirements.
• Participate in client safety meetings and ensure safety files are maintained.
• Ensure statutory inspections are completed as required.
• Apply lock-out/tag-out procedures in accordance with company requirements.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and/or 5 Why investigations to identify the causes of recurring problems.
• Implement corrective and preventative actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.
• Control, analyse, and maintain accurate CMMS information and use the data as a management tool.
• Liaise with client representatives to coordinate maintenance activities and operational requirements.
• Build and maintain professional client relationships.
• Provide effective feedback and reporting to management and clients.
• Develop practical, cost-effective solutions during breakdown situations.
• Mentor and guide junior artisans and contribute to skills development.
• Maintain a solution-focused and continuous-improvement approach.
• Ensure maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.
• Perform standby duties and work extended hours when operational requirements dictate.

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Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate.
• Recognised Toolmaker / Tool, Jig and Die Maker trade test (Red Seal or merSETA certification preferred).
• N4–N6 qualification or National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering will be advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years' practical experience in a production tool room, including tool manufacturing, maintenance and repairs.
• Proven experience working with plastic injection moulds, press tools and/or progressive dies.
• Strong understanding of general toolmaking principles and precision engineering.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments.
• Experience in 3D CAD design using SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Cimatron or similar software.
• Practical experience with CNC milling, EDM (wire and sinker), surface grinding, cylindrical grinding and conventional tool room machinery.
• Knowledge of CAM programming using Mastercam, PowerMill or similar packages will be advantageous.
• Experience manufacturing, repairing, modifying, fitting and maintaining production tooling.
• Knowledge of mould-flow analysis or die-simulation software will be advantageous.
• Experience mentoring apprentices or supervising junior tool-room staff is advantageous.

Responsibilities:

• Design new plastic injection moulds and press/progressive dies using 3D CAD software.
• Develop tooling designs from product models through to detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Manufacture new tool components using CNC milling, EDM, grinding and conventional machining processes.
• Assemble, fit, test and commission tools to ensure components meet specified quality and dimensional requirements.
• Diagnose tooling faults and resolve technical issues to minimise production downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs and modifications on existing production tools.
• Implement engineering changes and modify tooling to accommodate new product variants.
• Support production and engineering teams with tooling-related technical issues.
• Establish, organise and manage the tool room, including processes, equipment and maintenance systems.
• Assist in selecting and recommending appropriate machinery, CAD/CAM systems and tooling equipment.
• Develop internal tooling manufacturing capabilities as the department expands.
• Prepare tooling quotations and estimate labour, machining time and material costs for internal and external projects.
• Maintain accurate tooling documentation, including drawings, maintenance records, spare parts inventories and repair histories.
• Identify opportunities to improve tooling performance, tool life, production efficiency and product quality.
• Ensure that all tooling activities comply with engineering specifications, quality standards and health and safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised tool room.
• Train, guide and supervise apprentices and junior tool-room employees as the team develops.
• Work closely with the Engineering Manager, Managing Director and Production team to support operational objectives.
• Take responsibility for the technical development and long-term growth of the tool room.

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Requirements: 

• Relevant Engineering qualification essential
• Valid Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) - Factories.
• Experience with plants/facilities operating at 3+ Megawatts (MW).
• Proven experience managing maintenance within a high-capacity industrial manufacturing environment.
• Registered/appointed as a GMR 2.1 responsible person.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability.
• Experience in production-driven environments such as food manufacturing, FMCG, processing or similar industries.
• Strong leadership, planning and problem-solving skills. 

Responsibilities but not limited to: 

• Manage full maintenance function for large-scale production facility. 
• Fulfil GMR 2.1 responsibilities and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. 
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance strategies to improve plant reliability. 
• Oversee breakdown management, fault finding and root cause analysis. 
• Coordinate maintenance planning, projects, contractors and technical resources. 
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and downtime reduction. 
• Ensure mechanical and electrical systems are maintained to required operational standards. 
• Lead and develop a technical maintenance team. 

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Requirements:

• Sales territory – Durbanville, Maitland, Somerset-West, Strand, Gordon's Bay, Blackheath, Parow, Epping, Stellenbosch and Bellville.
• Area of residence – Western Cape, Southern Suburbs.
• Minimum of 2 years sales experience in a relevant industry.
• Knowledge in the construction industry is an advantage.
• Key account management experience will be advantageous.
• Matric or equivalent.
• Legal and valid driver’s license with no endorsements.
• South African citizen.
• Well-spoken / good English.
• Afrikaans speaking is an advantage.
• No criminal record or charges.
• Clear credit history.
• No disciplinary records.

Responsibilities but not limited to: 

• Target achievement.
• Ensure that the current customers are serviced according to predetermined schedules.
• Update customer information according to company requirements.
• Sales reports.
• Territory development through networking and cold calls.
• Payment collections and credit control.

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Requirements:

• Sales territory – Paarden Eiland, Century City, Montague Gardens and Milnerton. 
• Area of residence – Western Cape, Northern Suburbs.
• Minimum of 2 years sales experience in a relevant industry.
• Knowledge in the construction industry is an advantage.
• Key account management experience will be advantageous.
• Matric or equivalent.
• Legal and valid driver’s license with no endorsements.
• South African citizen.
• Well-spoken / good English.
• Afrikaans speaking is an advantage.
• No criminal record or charges.
• Clear credit history.
• No disciplinary records.

Responsibilities but not limited to: 

• Target achievement.
• Ensure that the current customers are serviced according to predetermined schedules.
• Update customer information according to company requirements.
• Sales reports.
• Territory development through networking and cold calls.
• Payment collections and credit control.

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Requirements:

• Matric is non-negotiable.
• 3-5 years' experience in hydraulic repairs and sales.
• Computer literate.

Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Inspections.
• Send faulty equipment to workshop for repairs or repair on site.
• Load test equipment after repairs.
• Inspect the quality of repairs done.
• Return repaired equipment to the customer.
• Safety training.
• Advise customers on products to buy based on application and needs.

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Requirements: 

• Matric or equivalent. 
• Formal accounting qualification.
• SYSPRO Expertise: Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience.
• Must be comfortable with full accounting function, including Cashbook, Creditors, Debtor and Inventory modules.
• Accounting: Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Industry Experience: Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is non-negotiable. (Automotive preferred)
• Excel Skills: Advanced proficiency to handle complex stock reports.

Responsibilities but not limited to:

Oversee the accounting function of the business

• This includes managing the bookkeeper, debtor, creditor and stock functions.
• Implement systems and controls.
• Ensure accurate recording of entries and train staff where needed.

Inventory & Stock Control

• Stock movement checks and processing.
• Assisting with the verification of cycle counts.
• Costing: including reviewing Bill of Materials (BOM) and identifying fluctuations in raw material costs.
• Obsolescence: Identify and report on slow-moving or obsolete stock.
• Record scrap.

General Ledger & Compliance

• Month-end journal entries.
• Prepare and submit VAT and EMP201s’.
• Maintaining the Fixed Asset Register, including ensuring all assets are tagged.

Management accounts & Forecasts

• Prepare monthly management accounts.
• Review and highlight to management any areas for consideration.
• Drive cost savings.
• Detailed analysis to management.
• Prepare Forecasts.

Product pricing/costings

• Work on internal costings e.g. machine hour calculations.
• Assist the Commercial & Financial Director with quoting on new business.

Prepare audit files for the following audits

• Annual Financial Audit.
• BBBEE Audit.
• AIS (Automotive Investment Scheme) Audits.

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Requirements: 

• Matric or equivalent. 
• 2-3 years in the financial services industry will be advantageous.
• Relevant tertiary education or courses.
• Knowledge in the financial services industry.
• Understanding of FAIS and FICA legislation.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook essential); SharePoint.
• Xplan.
• Good verbal and written communications skills.
• High energy individual who is customer centric and relationship orientated.
• Methodical, accurate and have meticulous attention to detail.
• Initiative-taking work ethic.
• Organizational skills, ability to prioritize, plan and manage projects.
• Ability to collaborate with others.
• Critical thinking: ability to strategize, research and interpret.
• Problem solving ability to apply creative skills in evaluating problems and identifying best solutions while being flexible to accommodate the changing needs of the clients.
• Teamwork: be a reliable and productive member of the team.
• Professional presence: as a representative of the organization, a professional image and professional conduct are always expected and required.
• Time management: ability to manage time and tasks to ensure deadlines are met.
• Assertiveness, proactive & resourceful.
• Resilient under pressure.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality.

Responsibilities but not limited to: 
Client Services  

• Implementation of the client services experience, as defined by the Head of Operations.
• Take full responsibility for the implementation of administrative processes and controls in the Financial Planning practice(s) (including all transactions, queries, reporting etc.).
• Liaison between Financial Planner Partner and product providers (PPs).
• Equipped to follow the formal complaint resolution process.
• Is the point of contact for clients, ensuring the efficient delivery of client requirements on behalf of the Financial Planning Partner(s).
• Adhere to the culture and principles of Treating Customer Fairly.

Operations  

• Collation of all clients related information (data discovery and fact find) and preparation of documentation for engagement between Financial Planning Partner and client.
• FICA and AML capture and checking on client onboard process.
• Checking of transition documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy in alignment to relevant client file checklist & lodgment rules.
• Administration relating to client transfer and new business transactions.
• Submission of intermediary appointment notes to relevant PPs.
• Monitoring the submission of intermediary appointment notes to ensure clients successfully transfer to the license group and that ongoing fees are received from the relevant PPs.
• Capture and checking of new business documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy in alignment to the lodgment rules.
• Submission of new business application(s), together with supporting documentation to relevant PPs.
• Monitoring the underwriting and acceptance of new business transactions.
• Arranging medicals for clients where required and follow up on outstanding requirements to ensure new business transactions are confirmed by the relevant PPs timeously.
• Providing an ongoing service and maintenance support function to the Financial Planning Partner and his / her clients.
• Check Commission statements from CommPay and PPs.  Manage commission suspense accounts  aligned to compliant new business lodgment.
• Escalate with PPs regarding commissions / fees due to the Financial Planning Partner.

Operational support for Portfolio Managers and CRMs 

• Assistants align with the PCS CRMs to ensure complete pre-population of PCS mandates and applications.
• All instructions to PM and CRMs initiated and maintained via Xplan tasks.

IT & Systems 

• Preparation of client portfolio’s using Astute and / or product provider information. Ensuring Xplan Policy Schedules are up to date and accurate. 
• Data capture of client demographic data on client relationship management system Xplan.
• Client financial data capture (ASTUTE, PPs and manual).
• Data integration between XPlan and IWP for handover to BDM or Financial Planning Partner.
• Upload scanned copies of all documentation into XPlan (including relevant client file checklist(s)).
• Ensure proper record keeping in line with business rules and where relevant, legislation & safe storage into XPlan.
• Distribute communication(s) to clients as stipulated in the client management plan. (Auto communication registration and health keeping).
• Distribute communication(s) to clients as requested by the Financial Planning Partner via XPlan.
• Extensive use of Xplan notes and tasks to manage client records and organization of practice.
• Prepare for clients reviews as per client review template.
• Client review preparation by producing and checking the Client Consolidated Reports (CCR) from NAV.
• Maintain an accurate diary system. (Xplan & Outlook integration).
• Address all technology issues experienced by the Financial Planning Partner and facilitate the solution - liaison with the IT support desk etc.

NAV & KPIs

• Full awareness and understanding of information available on NAV to support the Financial Planning Partner(s).
• Track and monitor personal KPIs on NAV. 
• Request assistance and guidance from POM where KPI scores reflect gaps.
• Liaise and orientate with the Financial Planning Partner on all data and practice attributes on NAV.

Marketing Support  

• Assist with the organization of client events in conjunction with the events coordinator i.e. booking venues, RSVP management, event management etc.
• Assisting Financial Planning Partners at client events.
• Function as a primary point of contact for clients thus strengthening client relationships.

Office Management 

• Support the general office management including reception, facilities, meeting room management, stationery, marketing material etc.
• Submit orders for stationery, business cards, marketing brochures, client folders etc. to the Head of Operations timeously to avoid running out of stock.