Sheldon Recruitment is a BBBEE Level 2 certified firm with 26 years of experience, focusing on human capital needs, employee relations, and tailored staffing solutions across diverse industries. Based on trust and collaboration, they assist clients in maximizing human capital investment while streamlining operational efficiency.
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- Our client is seeking a Dispatch Supervisor for a permanent role based in Durban, KwaZulu Natal.
Applicants are required to strictly meet the following criteria:
- Grade 12 with 3+ years warehouse experience and 2+ years in a supervisory capacity
- Dispatch, logistics, transport coordination experience
- MS Office proficient and Syspro (or similar) essential
- Knowledge of hazardous goods handling advantageous
- Valid Code 8 drivers, own vehicle and valid forklift license required
The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:
Dispatch Execution & Control:
- Oversee daily long-haul dispatch operations from planning through to execution.
- Ensure all loads are accurately picked, checked, and loaded according to dispatch plans.
- Maintain full alignment between physical stock, documentation, and system transactions.
- Monitor dispatch performance to ensure all deliveries meet scheduled timelines.
Transport Planning & Coordination:
- Coordinate with transporters and 3PL providers to secure vehicles and confirm schedules.
- Ensure optimal vehicle utilization and compliance with legal load limits.
- Adjust dispatch plans proactively based on operational constraints or delays.
- Maintain continuous communication with drivers during transit.
Syspro & Supply Chain Transfer (SCT) Control:
- Create, validate, and manage all inter-warehouse transfers (SCTs) in Syspro.
- Ensure all transfers are: Captured accurately; Approved prior to dispatch and Physically aligned with loaded quantities.
- Reconcile system stock vs physical stock before releasing any load.
- Investigate and resolve: Duplicate transfers; Unprocessed SCTs and Stock discrepancies between sites.
Compliance & Documentation (TREM Cards & Legal):
- Ensure all hazardous and applicable loads are dispatched with valid TREM cards.
- Verify: Correct UN numbers; Product identification aligned to SDS and Emergency contact details.
- Maintain TREM card register, including version control and expiry tracking.
- Conduct pre-dispatch compliance checks to prevent legal or safety risks.
- Ensure adherence to SANS and company safety standards.
Team Leadership & Supervision:
- Supervise Dispatch Storemen, Checkers, Packers, and support staff.
- Allocate daily tasks and ensure productivity and accountability.
- Train, mentor, and develop team members to improve performance.
- Maintain discipline, safety awareness, and operational standards.
Communication & Stakeholder Coordination:
- Liaise with: Warehouse teams (receiving, picking, production); Sales Administrators and Transporters and 3PL partners.
- Communicate delays, issues, or risks proactively.
- Ensure alignment between departments to support smooth dispatch operations.
Inventory Accuracy & Control:
- Ensure all inventory movements are supported by valid documentation.
- Conduct cycle counts and participate in stock takes.
- Investigate and resolve stock variances.
- Prevent dispatch of incorrect or unverified stock.
Reporting & Performance Management:
- Monitor key reports such as: Open orders; Planned vs actual deliveries and Dispatch accuracy.
- Track KPIs, including On-time delivery (OTIF/DIFOT); Load accuracy and Dispatch productivity.
- Provide feedback and improvement plans to Warehouse Management.
Health, Safety & Compliance:
- Enforce all health and safety regulations within dispatch operations.
- Ensure correct PPE usage and safe handling of goods.
- Conduct daily safety briefings (“Hot Potato Talks”).
- Maintain high housekeeping and hazard-free work areas.
Continuous Improvement:
- Identify inefficiencies in dispatch, transport, and system processes.
- Implement improvements to reduce costs and improve service levels.
- Support automation and system enhancements (Syspro, reporting, routing)
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- Are you passionate about people, sales, and the motor industry? We are seeking dynamic, energetic, and professional individuals to join our team as Trainee Car Sales Executives.
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12 / Matric Certificate (essential)
- Valid driver's licence (essential)
- Well-spoken with excellent communication skills
- Well-presented and professional appearance
- Computer literate
- Outgoing, confident, and customer-focused personality
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Advantageous Qualifications:
- Sales and/or Marketing certificates or qualifications
- Previous customer service or sales experience
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- Our client has a vacancy for a Plant Manager, for a permanent role, based in Worcester, Western Cape.
Applicants are required to strictly meet the following criteria:
- Qualifications: B.Eng or BTech in Chemical Engineering (Chemical Engineering Qualification is preferred. Civil and Mechanical will be considered depending on relevant experience)
- Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in advanced water treatment
- Experience in anaerobic digestion, MBR, RO, UF, media filtration will be an advantage
- Previous experience in managing staff is required
- Understanding of plant health and managing water treatment assets
- MS Office proficient
- Skills in planning, attention to detail and process troubleshooting
- Innovative and accountable
- Client management
The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Manage production & maintenance team utilization and performance / output
- Responsible for plant performance and Compliance to contractual quality and quantity KPI’s
- Ensure compliance to Company and Client safety standards
- Take accountability for Safety Performance in accordance with the MHSA/OSHA legal appointment
- Maintain effective administration and control procedures to meet performance objectives, including financial control, HR/IR, procurement and stock management
- Continuous improvement and optimization of processes
- Implement and maintain Financial Control with Profit & Loss accountability for the plant(s)
- Monitoring and detail records and reporting on all aspects of the processes, ongoing projects
- Ensure efficient resource management of employees to ensure they can meet the performance objectives required of them
- Ensure client satisfaction by delivering a professional and high-quality service
- Client feedback meetings and reporting as required
- Compile Plant Reports and attend client meetings as required
- Monitor plant health and pro-actively intervene to ensure plant availability is optimized
- Effective reporting to the Operations Manager of the area
- Perform plant operational standby duties
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- Our client has a vacancy for a Site Supervisor, for a 12-contract role, based in Parow, Western Cape.
Applicants are required to strictly meet the following criteria:
- National Diploma in Water Treatment or equivalent qualification (a degree in Chemical Engineering, or equivalent qualification will be an advantage)
- More than 3 years’ experience in a supervisory position
- More than 5 years of Industrial water treatment experience (especially in processes such as clarification, centrifuges, membrane filtration, biological processes and RO)
- MS Office literacy essential
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as an integral part of a team
- Aptitude for managing and coordinating staff
The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Ensure effective management and operations of the plant in terms of monitoring and controlling processes and product quality to ensure all contractual obligations and performance targets are met
- Monitor and optimize the process units & ancillary services and equipment in accordance with the Requirements and Quality Specifications as per SOP / O&M manuals / Training / Contractual Requirements.
- Oversee the performance of operation and maintenance staff
- Confirm and carry out all required process adjustments on all related equipment as per the SOP / O&M manuals / Specifications / Performance Requirements
- Prepare and forward operational performance reports to Management referring to statistical data and qualitative information gathered through investigations and inspections
- Manage compliance with KPI’s
- Conduct fault finding activities and root cause analyses
- Compile shift rosters, time sheets and control overtime
- Ensure that housekeeping is maintained, which will include cleaning of floors, screens, equipment and sensors
- Perform any other duty as requested by the Plant Manager
- Comply with Legal requirements, MHSA / OHS
- Assist in setting up preventative maintenance plans and reports for the unit processes
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- Our client has a vacancy for an Electrical Maintenance Supervisor, for a permanent role, based in Witbank, Mpumalanga.
Applicants are required to strictly meet the following criteria:
- N4 Qualified Millwright/Electrician recognised Electrical apprenticeship & Trade test (section 13)
- Medium Voltage qualification and MV switching experience are mandatory
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as Maintenance Supervisor
- Proven track record of applying and controlling maintenance management systems
- Experienced and knowledgeable in the maintenance and operations of industrial water treatment plants
- Strong electrical background to analyse and troubleshoot accurately, and quickly give support and guidance to artisans; Strong understanding of the OHS and MHS Act regulations and practices
- Experienced in the application of Root Cause Analysis methods
- Operational and safety procedures pertaining to maintenance activities
- Relevant project execution experience with a proven record of satisfactory prior performance
- Strong computer literacy in MS Office; Drivers, own vehicle and willing to travel
- Effective performance management and sound understanding of HR systems and procedures
- Experience and understanding of root cause analysis methods and facilitate FMECA
- Store management and maintain all inventory and ensure proper storage
- Proactively work within a team with the ability to work unsupervised
- Medically fit; able to work in confined spaces/heights; able to deal with various weather conditions
- Willing to work standby after hours and weekends
The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Ensure application of and adherence to the Maintenance Information system (SAP) and ensure all assets are clearly marked and controlled with the Asset Register
- Supervisory management, scheduling and coordination of an E, M, I & CM maintenance team w.r.t performing preventive, corrective and condition-based predictive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.
- Ensure that equipment for preventive maintenance, predictive vibration analysis, IR scanning, and performance evaluation (i.e. compressors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, machinery and assemblies) as per the preventive maintenance schedule and corrective ad-hoc requirements are performed, reported, recorded, actioned and closed out
- Assist in the monitoring and submission of detailed monthly reporting on E, M, I & CM equipment condition, preventive and corrective work, both performed and outstanding and all relevant contractual/project aspects & requirements
- Ensure adherence to established communication lines and reporting requirements
- Apply sound human resource principles, administration and control to meet performance objectives
- Ensure prompt completion and submission of completed PM schedules, Job Cards and timesheets and relevant departmental documentation
- Ensure safety and housekeeping meet the standards as set out in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act at a high level and comply with all applicable ISO system requirements and ensure continual improvement of these systems
- Ensure that specified, approved and contractual required stock levels are kept and controlled at all times.
- High standard of Monitoring and Reporting on electro-mechanical plant condition
- Assist with specifications, sourcing, quality control of equipment required/refurbished/repaired, as well as pricing, tendering and implementation on new electrical, mechanical and civil installations
- Manage and attend to breakdowns and prioritise jobs promptly
- Supervision, management, training and coordination of the maintenance team
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- Our client has a vacancy for a Regional Maintenance Manager, for a permanent role, based in the Eastern Suburbs of the Western Cape.
Applicants are required to strictly meet the following criteria:
- Graduated and certificated Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (BEng / BSc or equivalent) (Mechanical preferred); Holder of a valid Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Factories or Mines)
- Minimum of 7 years postgraduate practical experience in relevant operation, maintenance
- and safety of machinery management & project execution experience. Proven record of extensive experience in maintenance of large-scale E,M&I installations
- Demonstrated experience in maintenance strategy, asset management and reliability improvement
- Strong leadership capability with proven experience in coaching and mentoring technical teams
- MS Office and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) experience
- Experience in planned maintenance and project management
The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Play a strategic leadership role in shaping and implementing the Company’s asset management strategy while ensuring contractual compliance and operational excellence
- Lead and mentor maintenance teams, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development
- Conduct monthly GMR 2.1 plant inspections and audits (plant total installed electrical power > 12,000 kW), ensuring timely corrective actions and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Develop implementation of Company’s asset management policy, strategy and objectives
- Manage the maintenance processes to ensure the optimal functioning of production processes / operations
- Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, contractual agreements and safety guidelines
- Drive the implementation and optimization of the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS), including spares and asset lifecycle management
- Champion technology-driven maintenance practices, including condition monitoring, predictive maintenance and digital maintenance systems
- Manage condition monitoring activities, including vibration analysis and infrared scanning to improve asset reliability
- Develop and maintain operational and strategic maintenance reports to support data-driven decision making
- Coordinate with suppliers and service providers regarding spares, equipment and materials
- Ensure PM and spares management systems are effectively implemented and maintained
- Provide guidance on breakdowns, corrective maintenance and root cause analysis to minimise downtime and improve system performance
- Conduct maintenance audits and compile corrective action plans
- Maintain effective administration, reporting and control procedures to meet performance objectives
- Ensure efficient resource planning and management to achieve operational targets
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- Our client has a vacancy for a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor, for a permanent role, based in Witbank, Mpumalanga.
Applicants are required to strictly meet the following criteria:
- N4 Qualified Fitter recognised apprenticeship & Trade test (section 13)
- Experienced as a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
- Proven track record of applying and controlling maintenance management systems
- Experienced and knowledgeable in the maintenance and operations of industrial water treatment plants
- Strong Mechanical background to analyse and troubleshoot accurately and quickly give support and guidance to mechanical artisans
- Strong understanding of the OHS and MHS Act regulations and practices
- Experienced in the application of Root Cause Analysis methods
- Knowledgeable and experienced in Lifting and Rigging activities
- MS Office literacy; Medically fit to deal with various weather and temperature conditions
- Able to work in confined spaces and heights; Drivers, own vehicle and willing to travel
- Willing to work standby after hours and weekends
The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Ensure application of and adherence to the Maintenance Information system (SAP) and ensure all assets are clearly marked and controlled with the asset register
- Supervisory management, scheduling and coordination of an E, M, I & CM maintenance team w.r.t performing preventive, corrective and condition-based predictive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs
- Ensure equipment for preventive maintenance, predictive vibration analysis, and performance evaluation (i.e. gearboxes, pumps, structures, machinery and assemblies) as per the Preventive Maintenance Schedule and Corrective ad-hoc requirements are performed, reported, recorded, actioned and closed out
- Assist in the monitoring and submission of detailed monthly reporting on mechanical and condition monitoring equipment condition, preventive and corrective work, both performed and outstanding and all relevant contractual/project aspects & requirements
- Ensure adherence to established communication lines and reporting requirements
- Apply sound human resource principles, administration and control to meet performance objectives
- Ensure prompt completion and submission of completed PM schedules, job cards and timesheets and relevant departmental documentation
- Ensure safety and housekeeping meet the standards as set out in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act at a high level and comply with all applicable ISO system requirements and ensure continual improvement of these systems
- Ensure that specified, approved and contractual required stock levels are kept and controlled at all times.
- High standard of monitoring and reporting on electro-mechanical plant condition
- Assist with specifications, sourcing, quality control of equipment required/refurbished/repaired, as well as pricing, tendering and implementation on new electrical, mechanical and civil installations
- Manage and attend to breakdowns and prioritise jobs promptly
- Supervision, management, training and coordination of the maintenance team
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