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Duties and Responsibilities:

• We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Consultant to join our team, specializing in the consultative sale of laundry appliances. This is a project-based sales role where the consultant partners with clients throughout the sales cycle—from initial inquiry to final delivery and installation. The ideal candidate is solutions-driven, technically knowledgeable, and thrives on building long-term client relationships within the restaurant, hospitality, healthcare, and commercial laundry sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with prospective clients to understand operational needs, site requirements, and project timelines.
• Provide consultative advice and propose tailored appliance solutions.
• Conduct site visits, measure spaces, and collaborate with the design/technical team.
• Prepare detailed quotations, presentations, and equipment specifications.
• Coordinate with suppliers, internal departments, and project managers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, architects, developers, and end-users.
• Monitor and manage the sales pipeline using CRM systems.
• Achieve individual sales targets and contribute to team goals.
• Stay informed on product developments, industry trends, and competitor activity.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of B2B sales experience.
• Strong understanding of project-based sales cycles and capital equipment.
• Ability to interpret floorplans, technical drawings, and utility requirements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and goal oriented.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM tools.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in hospitality, healthcare, or commercial laundry environments.
• Technical background or qualification in mechanical/electrical fields.
• Experience working with manufacturers or distributors of high-end equipment.

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Job Description

• We are seeking a professional Driver Code 10 to operate a vehicle safely and efficiently in Rustenburg. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering and collecting goods according to the schedule. Your duties will include loading and offloading goods, completing delivery notes and maintaining vehicle logs, as well as securing cargo properly before transport.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate a Code 10 vehicle safely and responsibly
• Load and offload goods as needed
• Deliver and collect goods as per schedule
• Complete delivery notes, logbooks, and proof of delivery documents
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report any faults
• Ensure proper cargo securing
• Follow traffic laws and company safety policies
• Maintain good customer service during deliveries
• Report accidents, delays, or breakdowns promptly
• Valid Dangerous Goods

Requirements

• Clean Criminal Record
• Minimum 3 years driving experience
• Valid C1/Code 10 license
• Valid PDP (Professional Driving Permit)
• 2 Contactable References
• 2 Landline Contactable References

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Job purpose: 

• To transport goods safely and efficiently to customers or distribution points while following company procedures and rod safety regulations 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate a Code 10 vehicle safely and responsibly.
• Load and offload goods when required.
• Deliver and collect goods according to the delivery schedule.
• Complete delivery notes, logbooks, and proof of delivery (POD) documents.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report any faults.
• Ensure cargo is secured correctly before transport.
• Follow all traffic laws and company safety policies.
• Maintain good customer service during deliveries.
• Report accidents, delays, or breakdowns immediately.

Requirements:

• Clean Criminal Record
• Minimum 3 years driving experience
• Valid C1/Code 10 license
• Valid PDP and Dangerous Goods
• 2 Contactable References
• 2 Landline Contactable References

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Job Purpose

• To provide comprehensive executive, administrative, governance, and secretariat support to the Vice President: Functional Services. The successful incumbent will ensure the effective management of the Vice President's office through proactive coordination of schedules, meetings, communications, Board and governance documentation, stakeholder engagement, and administrative processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated executive administrative support to the Vice President: Functional Services.
• Manage and coordinate the Vice President's diary, appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Screen and prioritise telephone calls, emails, and correspondence, ensuring timely responses and follow-ups.
• Prepare, edit, format, and distribute reports, presentations, correspondence, and business documentation.
• Assist with planning, prioritisation, and tracking of key deliverables, deadlines, and business activities.
• Coordinate Board, Executive, Management Committee, and Functional Services meetings.
• Compile, review, quality-check, and coordinate Board and committee submissions to ensure completeness and compliance with governance requirements.
• Prepare and distribute Board packs, meeting packs, agendas, and supporting documentation within agreed timelines.
• Attend Board, committee, executive, and departmental meetings as required.
• Capture accurate, concise, and professional meeting minutes.
• Act as a key point of contact between the Vice President, leadership team, Board members, employees, contractors, and external stakeholders.
• Arrange local and international travel, accommodation, transportation, and detailed itineraries.
• Maintain effective document management and record-keeping systems.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric required.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Office Management, Secretarial Studies, or a related field will be advantageous.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Personal Attributes

• Professional and polished approach.
• Trustworthy and able to handle confidential information.
• Proactive and self-driven.
• Highly organised with strong administrative discipline.
• Strong commitment to service excellence.

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• We are seeking a meticulous Compounder to undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities:
Raw Material Handling & Verification:

• Receive and verify all raw materials against batch sheets and picking lists.
• Check quantities received for correctness before use.
• Confirm product labels match the batch sheet details.
• Verify raw material batch numbers match specifications.
• Record all batch numbers accurately on batch documentation.
• Report any discrepancies to the supervisor.

Batch Preparation & Mixing:

• Follow batch sheets and mixing instructions precisely.
• Ensure correct ingredient addition sequence.
• Measure and add raw materials accurately.
• Monitor mixing process to ensure consistency.

Equipment Operation:

• Safely and efficiently operate mixing tanks and related equipment.
• Ensure equipment is in good working condition before use.
• Report any faults or abnormalities immediately.

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Job Purpose:

• To set up, adjust, and prepare production machines to ensure efficient operation, product quality, and minimal downtime while complying with safety and quality standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent. Technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (advantageous). Machine setting certification (where applicable).

Experience:

• 2-5 years' experience as a Machine Setter in a manufacturing environment. Experience with production machinery and equipment. Experience in troubleshooting machine faults. Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures.

Knowledge:

• Machine setup and changeover procedures. Manufacturing and production processes. Health and safety regulations. Quality control standards. Basic mechanical and pneumatic systems. Production documentation and reporting.

Technical Skills:

• Machine setup and calibration. Reading technical drawings and specifications. Mechanical troubleshooting. Measuring equipment usage (verniers, micrometers, gauges). Basic computer literacy. Ability to perform minor machine adjustments and repairs.

Key Competencies:

• Attention to detail. Problem-solving ability. Mechanical aptitude. Communication skills. Teamwork. Time management. Ability to work under pressure. Continuous improvement mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up machines according to production specifications.
• Perform machine changeovers efficiently.
• Adjust machine settings to maintain product quality.
• Monitor machine performance during production.
• Troubleshoot and resolve machine-related issues.
• Conduct first-off quality inspections.
• Complete production and setup documentation.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning.
• Report equipment faults to maintenance personnel.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality procedures.
• Minimize downtime and production waste.
• Train operators on correct machine operation where required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods. Ability to lift materials within company safety guidelines. Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination.
• Performance Indicators (KPIs):
• Machine setup time. Production efficiency. Machine downtime. Product quality/rejection rate. Compliance with safety procedures. Preventive maintenance completion. Scrap and waste reduction. Production target achievement.

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing or factory environment. Exposure to machinery, noise, and moving equipment. Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE). Shift work may be required.

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• The job holder will be responsible for the overall operations and maintenance of the electrical utilities plants to ensure reliability and efficiency on shift, participate in site projects, support production and facilities department with any electrical requirement. The incumbent will work closely with third party utilities service provider and operators.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Attend to any plant breakdown that occurs during the shifts and the entire plant.
• Carrying out planned maintenance inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Assist Process Lead and Utilities to manage Electrical Network/reticulation.
• Ensure electrical plant availability is > 95%.
• Actively participate on the Utilities Shutdowns by providing detailed electrical scope.
• Propose innovation and ideas to ensure continuous improvement that would improve performance and productivity.
• Ensure Environmental, Health and Safety policy and procedures are followed to provide a safe working environment.
• Support production areas for any electrical request or trips in a timeous and effective manner to minimize loss in production.
• Install and commission up-grades on equipment when requested on special projects, major breakdowns and overhauls.
• Ensure good housekeeping in engineering workshop and assigned area of responsibility including the cleaning of electrical control panels and switchboards.
• Carry out PM maintenance schedules for MV and LV substation and DB boards.
• Implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize breakdowns and ensure machine availability and high operational efficiencies.
• Attend to Utilities breakdown/equipment stops in the shortest possible time in order to minimize disruption to production and keep history of the machine performance.
• Conduct Utilities plant monitoring every three hours and capture and analyze data onto the PIMPS and POMPS logbook.
• Report and advise Process Lead on the plant condition for the factory.
• Support machinery installations in Manufacturing.
• Ensure all machines are safe to operate and properly maintained.
• Inform Utilities management on any unusual / abnormal occurrences on the machines.
• Ensure logbooks are properly recorded for every significant work done.
• Actively participate in departmental projects from initiation, planning, execution and commissioning.
• Champion IWS by proposing and implementing agreed changes and improvements that deliver better productivity, higher efficiency and improved safety.

Essential Experience, Skills and Knowledge:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience working with Utility Equipment (Power Generation, Air Compression, Steam Boilers, Water/Oil, Pumping Stations, Cogen Plant, Water Treatment, transformers, Switchgears, Motors, cables, Vacuum Systems, HVAC Systems), of which at least two has been spent at an FMCG
• MV Switching Certificate as for the Operating Regulation (ORHVS) for High Voltage System.
• N4 Electrical Engineering and Electrical Trade Test
• At least 3 years' experience working with Medium Voltage (MV) Electrical System in a similar position in a manufacturing environment.
• Good communication, team player, result orientated, flexible and resilient, technical problem solving, Good analytical ability
• Ability to read and apply electrical drawings.
• Ability to draft spare parts and consumables list for equipment maintenance
• Basic Knowledge of Costing is required.

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Job Summary:

• The Utilities Team Leader is responsible for operations and maintenance in a critical manufacturing role. The incumbent will manage a team of artisans, mechanical and electrical, and 3rd party service providers ensuring PQCDSM standards are met. Role includes commissioning/de-commissioning plant equipment as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess equipment, material, and labor needs
• Schedule and manage maintenance tasks
• Create POs for maintenance activities
• Collaborate with stakeholders
• Record breakdowns and maintenance activities
• Monitor energy usage
• Coordinate commissioning activities
• Support team development and training
• Ensure compliance with EHS requirements
• Maintain good housekeeping and 5S standards

Required Qualifications:

• Full N3 Engineering Certificate or equivalent
• Trade Test Certificate in Mechanical/Electrical or Millwright
• Supervisory experience
• Expert knowledge of Utilities Plant with 3+ years hands-on experience
• Computer literate with strong technical skills
• Knowledge of SAP and Coupa beneficial

Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to troubleshoot and fault-find effectively
• Strong technical training and coaching skills
• Good understanding of mechanical and electrical processes
• Excellent communication skills

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Role Summary:

• Join a leading FMCG company in the role of Utilities Manager- GMR2, based in Heidelberg, South Africa. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for managing the Utilities Services at the Heidelberg factory site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilities Management: Ensure compliance with OHS regulations and General Machinery Regulations, maintaining 100% utilities availability.
• Equipment Maintenance: Develop and manage maintenance functions for utilities supply machinery.
• Energy Management: Monitor and report energy usage across the factory.
• Target Setting: Set and review performance targets for the Utilities team.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to Health and Safety legislation, ISO standards, and Site safety policies.
• IWS Development: Implement IWS Standards and processes.
• People Development: Identify, train, and develop talent within the department.

Key Success Factors:

• Deliver improvements to manufacturing and business processes.
• Build internal expert capability and reduce external dependency.
• Reduce utilities running costs and environmental impact.
• Drive overall improvements in factory performance metrics.

Requirements:

• B.Sc. in an Engineering field
• GCC certified, GMR 2.1 certification, or ECSA accreditation
• Minimum 10 years of Engineering/Utilities experience with 5 years in a management role
• Technical knowledge of utilities equipment and general manufacturing processes
• Project management and multi-disciplinary engineering knowledge
• Energy and water management expertise, LEAN/TPM knowledge
• Budget setting, problem-solving, and customer management skills
• Good communication skills and IT proficiency

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PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

• To ensure the effective recruitment, daily operation, and on-site management of staff in accordance with customer requirements, company policies, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs), while maintaining compliance, accurate administration, and professional service delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruit TES labour as required
• Ensure medical exams and renewals
• Conduct disciplinary hearings
• Verify timesheets accuracy
• Adhere to compliance focal points
• Inspect PPE store
• Maintain office environment
• Uphold professional conduct

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Computer literacy
• 1 year TES experience
• Working knowledge of relevant laws
• Exposure to logistics
• Strong administration skills
• Driver's license
• Matric advantageous

COMPETENCIES:

• Organizational and administrative skills
• Attention to detail
• Professional communication
• Ability to manage tasks under pressure
• Fairness and consistency in disciplinary matters
• Reliability and accountability
• Client-service orientation