Staff Solutions is an independent professionally run recruitment consultancy.
Started by Michelle Tuck in 2004, who has vast experience and in-depth knowledge of the recruitment process and company dynamics.
Eric Tuck joined the team in 2006.� He heads up the Temporary Employment division and tends to the Technical Recruitment specs.
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- Our client is looking for a hands-on and technically astute Electrical Technician (O&M) to oversee maintenance operations and provide expert-level troubleshooting support across solar and industrial installations. This role is central to ensuring high equipment uptime, system reliability, regulatory compliance, and superior service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support:
- Take ownership of fault resolution and technical queries across projects. Perform root cause analysis (RCA) on issues and implement preventative updates to avoid recurrence. Ensure efficient and timely technical support aligned with SLAs.
Maintenance Planning & Support:
- Coordinate and execute planned preventative maintenance to reduce system downtime and extend asset life. Work closely with teams to ensure adherence to maintenance schedules and effective use of resources.
Compliance:
- Enforce adherence to safety standards, maintenance documentation protocols, and regulatory requirements. Participate in internal audits and ensure HSE standards are maintained.
Customer Service:
- Act as a point of contact for technical escalations. Resolve internal and external queries professionally and within agreed timelines. Contribute to a positive client experience by maintaining high service quality.
Candidate Profile
Minimum Qualifications:
- 3 Phase Installation Electrician
- Wiremans License
Advantageous:
- Electrical Engineering Diploma or equivalent technical training
Experience Required:
- 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in fault finding, solar installations, and system integration
Key Competencies
Technical:
- Proficient in system diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Familiarity with SAP, ERP systems, and job-specific platforms
- Understanding of ISO-aligned maintenance practices
- Knowledge of production, engineering, and solar operational processes
Behavioral:
- Proactive and solutions-oriented
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Flexible and resilient under pressure
- Excellent planning, organization, and communication skills
- Customer-focused with a commitment to quality service delivery
- Capable of building strong cross-functional relationships
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- Our client in the Hospitality industry is seeking an operational and financial disciplined Group Operations Manager in Gqeberha/ Port Elizabeth
Key responsibilities
Property visits and operational presence
- Maintain a structured programme of regular property visits, including planned reviews and appropriate unannounced checks.
- Be visible in guest and back-of-house areas and engage directly with managers, supervisors and frontline employees.
- Observe live service delivery across relevant operating periods, including breakfasts, restaurant service, check-ins, functions and peak trading periods where applicable.
- Identify operational gaps, agree practical corrective actions with property leadership, assign ownership and deadlines, and follow through to closure.
- Provide concise visit reports to Company leadership, highlighting standards, risks, actions, responsible persons and due dates.
Service standards and guest experience
- Set, communicate and maintain consistent service standards across the Group while respecting the character and needs of each property.
- Assess the full guest journey, including reservations, arrival, public areas, rooms, dining, departure and post-stay communication.
- Review guest feedback, online reviews, complaints and service-recovery outcomes; identify recurring issues and ensure root causes are addressed.
- Interact appropriately with guests during site visits to gain direct insight into their experience and expectations.
- Support property teams with escalated guest matters and ensure recovery is timely, professional and aligned with Company values.
Food & Beverage quality and standards
- Develop and maintain exceptional Food & Beverage standards across restaurants, bars, lounges, banqueting and room service operations.
- Conduct practical quality checks covering food taste, presentation, temperature, freshness, portion consistency, menu execution and speed of service.
- Monitor beverage standards, bar controls, stock handling, waste, gross profit and responsible liquor service.
- Work with chefs and Food & Beverage leaders to improve menu performance, kitchen discipline, service flow, hygiene and profitability.
- Ensure food safety systems, cleaning practices, storage, traceability and allergen controls are consistently applied.
Property condition, cleanliness and upkeep
- Inspect guest rooms, public spaces, grounds, kitchens, stores, staff areas and back-of-house facilities for cleanliness, presentation, safety and general upkeep.
- Ensure preventative maintenance plans, defect logs and capital priorities are current and actively managed.
- Follow up on repairs and recurring defects, balancing guest impact, operational risk, cost and asset preservation.
- Maintain consistent presentation standards for signage, lighting, furniture, equipment, landscaping and staff facilities.
Operational oversight
- Oversee daily operations across all properties and departments to improve consistency, efficiency and accountability.
- Support General Managers with operating plans, staffing models, standard operating procedures and cross-property coordination.
- Review operating data and property reports, identify exceptions and intervene early where performance or standards are slipping.
- Lead implementation of operational best practices and ensure improvements are embedded, not treated as once-off initiatives.
Financial performance
- Develop and manage operating budgets and forecasts in collaboration with property and Company leadership.
- Review property profit-and-loss performance, revenue, payroll, cost of sales, utilities, procurement, stock, waste and other controllable expenses.
- Drive commercially sound actions that improve profitability without compromising safety, quality or the guest experience.
- Strengthen operational controls, purchasing discipline, stock management and accountability for variances.
People leadership and employee engagement
- Lead, mentor and evaluate General Managers and senior property leaders; provide clear expectations, feedback and support.
- Build constructive relationships with employees at all levels and create safe opportunities for them to raise concerns and improvement ideas.
- Assess staffing, capability, conduct, morale, training and succession needs during property visits.
- Promote a culture of hospitality, ownership, respect, discipline and continuous improvement.
- Support fair and consistent performance management in line with Company policy and labour legislation.
Compliance, risk and governance
- Ensure compliance with food safety, occupational health and safety, labour, liquor licensing and all other applicable business and operating requirements.
- Confirm that required licences, inspections, registers, training records and supporting documentation remain valid and audit-ready.
- Monitor incident reporting, emergency readiness, security, cash handling and other operational risks; escalate material issues promptly.
- Coordinate corrective action arising from internal reviews, external inspections or regulatory findings.
Strategy and business improvement
- Collaborate with Company leadership to translate business objectives into practical property-level plans.
- Contribute operational insight to refurbishments, new concepts, openings, acquisitions and growth initiatives where required.
- Identify opportunities for revenue growth, better resource use, shared services, procurement benefits and improved systems.
- Lead selected Group-wide projects and report clearly on progress, benefits, risks and required decisions.
Performance expectations
Success in the role will be assessed through a balanced set of operational, people, guest and financial measures, including:
- Consistent completion and follow-through of property visits and operational action plans.
- Improvement in service-audit results, guest satisfaction, review trends and complaint resolution.
- Consistent Food & Beverage quality, hygiene compliance and commercial performance.
- Improved cleanliness, maintenance completion and overall condition of the properties.
- Delivery against budgets, forecasts, cost controls and agreed profitability targets.
- Stronger leadership capability, employee engagement, retention and performance accountability.
- Compliance with legal, licensing, health and safety, food safety and Company requirements.
Experience and qualifications
- At least 5 years’ senior operations or general management experience in hospitality; multi-property or group-level exposure is strongly preferred.
- Proven hands-on responsibility for hotel, lodge, resort, restaurant or comparable guest-facing operations.
- A relevant degree or diploma in Hospitality Management, Business Administration or a related field is preferred; strong relevant experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated financial competence, including budgeting, forecasting, profit-and-loss analysis and cost control.
- Strong working knowledge of Property Management Systems and operational reporting tools, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Sound knowledge of local labour legislation, occupational health and safety, food safety and hospitality-related licensing requirements.
- A valid driver’s licence and the ability and willingness to travel frequently between properties and work outside standard office hours when operations require it.
ATTRIBUTE
- Visible operator
- Guest-led
- Commercial
- Firm and fair leader
- Analytical and decisive
- Strong communicator
- Resilient and adaptable
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- Our client in the automotive industry based in Kariega is looking to appoint an Organizational Development & Engagement Consultant who will be responsible for developing and driving organisational development and employee engagement initiatives across the business
Duties:
- Plan and manage the annual employee engagement survey process
- Support managers throughout the survey process, including preparation, feedback, and action planning
- Guide leadership in creating and tracking engagement action plans
- Facilitate workshops, discussions, and engagement sessions across teams
- Analyse survey results and prepare clear reports and presentations
- Coordinate communication and engagement campaigns with internal teams
- Act as the main liaison with global engagement networks
- Support implementation of group-wide engagement initiatives and recommendations
- Facilitate organisational development, culture, and learning interventions
- Identify team culture challenges and provide solutions
- Organise engagement activities such as workshops and team events
- Work with internal communications to ensure clear messaging
- Manage budgets related to OD and engagement initiatives
- Track progress and measure the effectiveness of engagement programmes
Minimum requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree (3 years) in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology or Organisational Development
- Professional registration (e.g., Industrial Psychologist or Certified Coach) is an advantage
Experience:
- 3–5 years’ experience in Human Resources, preferably in, Training and Development, HR Consulting or Assessment and Diagnostics
- Experience in employee engagement and organisational development initiatives
- Understanding of change management processes
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- Our client is on the lookout for a Graphic Design Intern who’s creative, curious, and keen to get stuck in. If you love design, enjoy learning new things, and want real hands-on experience (not just coffee runs), this one’s for you.
What you’ll be doing:
- Designing social media posts, banners, and marketing visuals
- Helping with print and digital design projects
- Playing around with layouts, colours, and branding
- Prepping artwork for print and online use
- Supporting the design team with day-to-day creative tasks
What we’re looking for:
- Recently finished studying Graphic Design
- Comfortable with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
- A good eye for design and attention to detail
- Eager to learn and open to feedback
- Can manage your time and meet deadlines
Nice to have (but not a deal breaker):
- Some experience designing for social media
- An interest in branding or marketing
What’s in it for you:
- Real-world design experience
- Guidance and mentorship from experienced designers
- A fun, creative work environment
- Potential opportunity to grow with the company
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- Our client is seeking an experienced F&I Department Manager to join their team. The successful candidate will oversee daily departmental operations, credit and risk management, collections, compliance, and team performance, while ensuring efficient processes, strong portfolio management, and alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.
Job Description:
Departmental Oversight
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the department, ensuring efficient workflows and adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Manage departmental risk, including arrears, defaults, recoveries, and compliance requirements.
- Provide ongoing training, guidance, and support to new staff members.
- Oversee both internally managed (OEM self-funded) and externally managed (Sinosure-funded) books, monitoring exposure, pending approvals, and available limits for South African and cross-border clients.
- Develop, implement, and enforce departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines to optimize processes, strengthen controls, and ensure compliance.
Credit and Risk Management
- Perform senior credit analyst functions, including credit risk assessments, financial analysis, bank statement analysis, credit scoring, client risk grading, and risk mitigation.
- Manage credit limits, approvals, portfolio reviews, and the monitoring of portfolio performance and emerging trends.
- Implement a flexible credit assessment process tailored to individual client requirements, including the translation of documentation and currency conversions where necessary.
- Submit the initial term sheet for new transactions, together with supporting documentation, to secure formal approval and establish the applicable conditions of grant.
- Prepare and issue approval letters to clients.
- Compile, analyse, and present comprehensive performance reports to the Executive Committee, providing clear visibility of departmental achievements, operational challenges, and opportunities for strategic improvement.
- Collaborate with the Sales team by participating in weekly sales meetings to review new opportunities, monitor the progress of pending transactions, and provide guidance on optimal deal structuring.
- Support Sales teams during strategic client visits by providing expert credit and risk guidance.
Collections and Debtors Management
- Oversee debtor management, collections, and allocations to ensure timely payments and minimize bad debt exposure.
- Manage interim financial assistance activities, including debit order loading, account reconciliations, submission of monthly client statements, and preparation of weekly and monthly reports.
- Facilitate structured collection processes and payment arrangements through regular meetings with relevant stakeholders.
- Monitor arrears trends, implement proactive recovery strategies, and provide executive reporting on debtor book performance.
- Drive continuous process improvements and advocate for appropriate resources to strengthen collections efficiency, controls, and oversight.
Legal and Compliance
- Supervise legal processes, including client communications, repossession procedures, and correspondence with attorneys.
- Ensure compliance with contractual documentation requirements and security registrations.
- Manage validations and fulfilment processes, ensuring all contractual and supporting documentation meets required compliance standards and that monthly covenants are fulfilled.
- Maintain audit readiness through effective management of registers, files, and supporting documentation required for compliance reviews and audits.
Asset Management
- Oversee vehicle and asset management activities, including registrations, tracking services, and security requirements.
- Conduct audits of financed assets on an as-needed basis.
- Manage the release process for NATIS documents and maintain accurate records.
- Procurement and Payment Functions
Procurement Oversight
- Manage procurement requests (PRs) and purchase orders (POs), ensuring compliance with company approval processes and procedures.
- Payment Submission
- Oversee the submission of PRs and POs to facilitate timely vendor payments, liaising with Finance and Procurement teams as required.
Vendor Engagement
- Collaborate with suppliers to resolve queries, ensure contractual compliance, and maintain effective and professional vendor relationships.
Leadership and Development
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to the team, including development planning and the fair redistribution of responsibilities following staffing changes.
- Design and implement incentive frameworks that promote fairness, transparency, employee engagement, and alignment with company objectives.
- Develop succession planning and business continuity strategies to ensure operational continuity during staffing transitions.
Strategic Engagement
- Conduct industry research to remain informed of market trends, regulatory developments, and changing market conditions.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, and other departments to ensure alignment with broader company strategies and objectives.
- Establish and maintain partnerships with external financial institutions where applicable.
- Liaise with customers and dealers to resolve queries, address concerns, and maintain strong business relationships.
- Drive departmental revenue growth through new business opportunities, pricing optimization, and cost-saving initiatives.
Key Performance Indicators
- Provide constructive support to management and foster positive working relationships within the department.
- Manage workload effectively while maintaining high standards of accuracy, accountability, and work ethic.
- Build and maintain effective communication channels with internal and external stakeholders.
- Actively participate in relevant training and development programs.
- Continuously enhance knowledge and skills within the team.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable Health and Safety regulations.
- Adhere strictly to company policies, procedures, controls, and asset management protocols.
- Maintain organized housekeeping, filing, and record-keeping systems.
- Demonstrate effective time management and prioritization skills.
Minimum Requirements
- Matric Certificate.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or an equivalent qualification.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
- Experience in managing cross-border finance and compliance frameworks.
- Valid Code 8 driver’s licence.
- Strong strategic thinking skills, with the ability to align departmental objectives with broader company goals.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in reading and writing English.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and mentor teams.
- Sound knowledge of compliance requirements, legal documentation, and audit readiness.
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About the Position
- Our client is seeking a creative, organised, and experienced Marketing Assistant & Graphic Designer to join their team. The successful candidate will support the execution of marketing campaigns, brand communications, digital content, graphic design, events, lead generation, and dealer network activities. This role will be responsible for ensuring high-quality creative output, consistent brand standards, effective marketing support, and accurate execution of campaigns and communications across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Marketing Planning, Campaigns & Reporting
- Assist with the planning, coordination, execution, and monitoring of monthly marketing activities and campaigns.
- Compile and maintain weekly and monthly marketing performance reports, including campaign results, insights, feedback, and recommendations.
- Evaluate campaign performance across relevant marketing channels and assist with the development of corrective actions and contingency plans.
- Assist with the interpretation, organisation, and presentation of market research and marketing insights.
- Assist with the conceptualisation and development of campaign ideas and creative concepts based on briefs received from internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate monthly and ad-hoc lead-generation campaigns, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
- Provide administrative and operational support to the Sales and Marketing departments.
Brand Management & Marketing Communications
- Develop, coordinate, and manage brand collateral for Head Office, branches, dealers, and the wider network.
- Develop and coordinate marketing communication materials, including creative concepts, mock-ups, amendments, and approval processes prior to launch.
- Ensure all marketing materials and communications consistently adhere to Corporate Identity (CI) and brand guidelines.
- Review dealer and branch marketing materials to ensure brand compliance and consistency, supported by weekly and monthly compliance reporting.
- Manage the development and adaptation of artwork according to third-party supplier specifications across various online and offline platforms.
- Assist with the development of dealer network and branch-specific marketing material requirements.
- Manage amendments and updates to dealer portal content and marketing material.
- Assist with monthly copywriting and content development requirements.
- Provide in-house design and editing support to other departments, including full and partial artwork amendments.
Digital Marketing, Social Media & Lead Generation
- Oversee and coordinate the day-to-day management of social media platforms, including content, scheduling, budgets, campaigns, and performance monitoring.
- Monitor online brand and product platforms to identify relevant activity, opportunities, issues, and customer engagement.
- Coordinate with external agencies on social media management, digital campaigns, and lead-generation initiatives.
- Manage the distribution and administration of leads across the dealer network.
- Operate and maintain the Lead Management System (LMS), including filtering and preparing month-end lead reports for performance measurement.
- Monitor and maintain Zapier integrations and automated lead flows between the LMS and the central lead-management system.
- Ensure accurate and timely lead distribution to the relevant dealer network.
- Track and report on lead-generation performance and campaign outcomes.
Marketing Stock, POS & Inventory Management
- Manage and maintain marketing stock, POS materials, and inventory.
- Ensure effective organisation and maintenance of the marketing storeroom.
- Coordinate the distribution of marketing stock and POS materials to Head Office, branches, dealers, and internal teams.
- Manage dealer POS requests, allocations, and distribution.
- Maintain accurate stock records and inventory controls.
- Assist with the packing, preparation, and dispatch of marketing materials and POS items.
Events & Activation
- Assist with the planning, preparation, coordination, and execution of marketing events, including Head Office, branch, dealer, and external events.
- Coordinate event requirements, marketing materials, branding, logistics, and content requirements.
- Provide on-site event support, including event coverage, photography, videography, and content capture.
- Travel as required for events, activations, shoots, and other marketing activities.
- Assist with the coordination and execution of ATL, BTL, and TTL marketing activities across the brand and dealer network.
Photography, Videography & Content Production
- Plan and execute photography and videography for internal and external marketing requirements.
- Capture and edit photographic and video content for brand, product, dealer, event, and campaign purposes.
- Manage photography and videography equipment and ensure it is maintained and available when required.
- Travel to on-site locations to conduct content shoots and coordinate production activities.
- Manage the capture, editing, approval, and distribution of marketing content.
- Provide coverage for brand, dealer, network, event, ATL, BTL, and TTL requirements.
Dealer & Network Marketing Support
- Provide ongoing marketing support to the dealer and branch network.
- Manage network marketing requests, POS requirements, campaign material, and communication distribution.
- Conduct regular reviews of dealer marketing material to ensure brand and CI compliance.
- Compile weekly and monthly network compliance and activity reports.
- Maintain accurate dealer marketing databases, contact lists, and distribution lists.
- Ensure marketing communication and approved collateral are distributed to the relevant network stakeholders in a timely manner.
Systems, Software & Administration
- Maintain and manage all required marketing and creative software programmes.
- Ensure all marketing databases, distribution lists, systems, and records are accurate and up to date.
- Support the effective administration of marketing systems, including LMS, lead-generation platforms, dealer portals, and automated integrations.
- Maintain appropriate documentation, reporting, approvals, and campaign records.
- Assist with general marketing administration and coordination as required.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent
- Degree or Diploma in Marketing, Communications, Digital Marketing, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar marketing, brand, digital, or creative role
- Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency
- Experience with marketing reporting, campaign coordination, digital marketing, social media, lead generation, and brand management
- Experience working with creative/design software and digital marketing platforms
- Valid Code 8 driver’s licence
- Willingness and ability to travel for events, content shoots, dealer visits, and marketing activities
Key Competencies & Personal Attributes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong ability to communicate and explain technical or complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Strong organisational and project-management skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Strong creative thinking and concept development ability
- Ability to work independently and as part of a high-performing team
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented approach
- Strong stakeholder-management and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain brand consistency and quality across multiple platforms and channels
- Strong understanding of marketing, digital media, social media, content creation, and lead-generation processes
- Fluent in English, with strong reading and writing proficiency
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- Our client in the Hospitality Industry is seeking a Guest Relations Officer to join their 5-star establishment in Grahamstown/ Makhanda
Minimum criteria required
- Hotel Management Diploma/Certificate or equivalent
- Minimum of 1-2 years working experience in Front of House or similar position at a 5-star lodge establishment
Key Performance Areas of this position include
- To work with an assistant or Lodge Manager to provide support in the daily operations of a lodge
- Housekeeping Checks done according to set Standards
- Supervising restaurant’s functioning before and during meal times and supporting the service staff, and making sure this is carried out to company standards
- Making sure Meal standards are adhered to before meals leave the kitchen
- Checking guests in and out, and taking care of guests requests during their stay
- Act on guest’s requests for additional services and supplies
- To liaise with senior lodge management to report anomalies, variances and new ideas for improvements
- Assist with Stock Counts and Weekly and Monthly Reports
Competencies required:
- English - Well Spoken and Presentable
- Customer Focused
- Computer literate on MS office (intermediate level excel)
- Knowledge of Lightspeed, Sage Evolution and Protel
- Good guest relations with knowledge of Hosting/Butler skills
- Driver’s Licence preferred
- Contributing to team success
- An eye for detail and good common sense
- Good knowledge of Food & Beverage Service, Housekeeping & Front Office
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- Our client is looking for an Electrician or Millwright to perform electrical engineering inspections, repairs, and maintenance on equipment, assets, and infrastructure to minimise breakdowns and ensure efficient production operations.
Key Responsibilities
Repairs
- Diagnose root causes of equipment failures and carry out repairs efficiently.
- Minimise equipment downtime and prevent further damage through prompt fault rectification.
- Ensure optimal equipment performance by applying relevant technical and engineering standards.
- Complete and close all maintenance job cards upon completion of work.
- Support Production by proactively identifying potential issues and resolving process-related problems.
- Provide reports to the Maintenance Supervisor on repairs, production support, and downtime.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
Maintenance
- Conduct first-off inspections and daily equipment checks on process changes.
- Perform predictive, preventative, and planned maintenance inspections.
- Diagnose equipment issues and carry out required maintenance work.
- Coordinate maintenance schedules with Supervisors and Production teams.
- Ensure availability of parts required for maintenance activities.
- Report unusual equipment conditions to the Maintenance Supervisor.
Training
- Assist with the training and development of Apprentices.
- Prepare training equipment and machines for practical learning.
- Support corrective maintenance training initiatives.
Compliance
- Operate according to company controls, procedures, and safety standards.
- Identify and report risks or areas of concern to management.
- Promote compliance with all applicable regulations and operational procedures.
- Support the prevention of wasteful and irregular expenditure.
Cost Control
- Support the effective and responsible use of company resources.
- Monitor expenditure and assist in reducing unnecessary costs.
- Report budget deviations to management where required.
Customer Service
- Maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers.
- Deliver high-quality service and support.
- Identify and resolve problems professionally and with integrity.
- Minimise rework, discrepancies, and service-related issues.
Job Specifications
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 Certificate (NQF 4)
- Trade Test: Electrician or Millwright (NQF 5)
Experience
Minimum Requirements
- Up to 3 years’ technical and electrical maintenance experience as an Electrician in a manufacturing environment.
Technical Competencies
- Basic computer literacy (MS Office, SAP, ERP systems, and related software)
- Knowledge of maintenance practices, methodologies, SOPs, and technical standards
- Understanding of housekeeping and safety principles
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- Our client in the FMCG Industry is seeking a Financial Controller - Inventory to join their Inventory department in Gqeberha/ Port Elizabeth
Main Duties / Key Performance Areas
Leadership
- Lead and motivate the Stock Administration team to achieve departmental targets.
- Maintain a positive and productive working environment.
- Monitor team performance and ensure procedures and standards are followed.
Stock Processing
- Ensure all stock transactions and movements are processed accurately and on time.
- Maintain accurate stock costs on Syspro and other relevant systems.
- Process stock journals and assist with processing when required.
Stock Reservations
- Ensure stock bookings and reservations are processed accurately and on time.
- Ensure all reservations are correctly captured on Syspro.
- Assist the team with reservation activities when required.
Reports & Reconciliations
- Ensure stock balances, reports and pallet reconciliations are completed on time.
- Check that stock quantities, costs, billing rates and costing information are accurate.
- Review daily and weekly reports before submission to Management.
- Assist with Management Accounts and Internal/External Audits.
- Identify and investigate discrepancies or unusual information in reports.
Stock Queries & Claims
- Monitor and assist the team with resolving stock queries and claims.
- Ensure urgent and outstanding queries are prioritised and resolved timeously.
- Review outstanding queries and claims and provide regular feedback.
- Ensure the correct claims and reporting processes are followed.
Documentation & Filing
- Ensure all required stock documentation is completed, uploaded and filed correctly.
- Ensure the team meets all administrative deadlines.
Syspro
- Create LOTs and assist with stock adjustments on Syspro.
- Ensure required Syspro balance functions are completed accurately.
- Open new cold stores on Syspro and capture the required information.
LCTs
- Assist with LCT analysis and reporting when required.
Training
- Assist with onboarding and training new employees.
- Support the team with training on new procedures, systems and controls.
KPIs & Performance
- Monitor the team’s performance against agreed KPIs.
- Assist with monthly performance reviews.
- Ensure employees understand and work towards departmental objectives.
Systems & Process Improvements
- Support the implementation and testing of new systems and processes.
- Identify opportunities to improve departmental efficiency and processes.
- Adapt to changes and developments in the company’s IT systems.
Ad Hoc
- Perform any other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Inventory Manager or Employer.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
- Matric (non-negotiable).
- Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in dealing with the financial aspects of inventory, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
- 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role, including supervising a team of Clerks.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
- Experience with systems such as Pastel, Syspro, Macro, or in-house systems.
- Experience in reviewing and reconciling General Ledger accounts, stock movements, stock balances, and pallets.
- Experience in calculating and reviewing inventory costs.
- Experience in processing stock journals.
Soft Skills:
- High level of attention to detail.
- High level of accuracy when carrying out daily tasks.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.
- Ability to communicate with and train team members, ensuring that established procedures are followed.
- Effective communication skills, both in person, via email, and telephonically.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure while reviewing large volumes of work.
- Ability to consistently meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and provide regular feedback to management.
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- Our client in the asset finance industry is looking for a dynamic Operations Manager/Regional Head to join their team based in Gqeberha
Duties:
Regional Business Growth and Revenue Performance
- Drive revenue growth and achieve regional sales and profitability targets.
- Identify and convert new business opportunities within the region.
- Expand company market presence across key sectors and clients.
Client Relationship and Stakeholder Management
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, intermediaries, and
- Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and retention.
- Strengthen strategic partnerships to support business growth.
Portfolio Management and Risk Oversight
- Oversee the performance and quality of the regional portfolio.
- Monitor client exposures, asset performance, and risk indicators.
- Ensure alignment with credit policies and risk management frameworks.
Operational Execution and Business Alignment
- Ensure effective execution of business processes and deal implementation.
- Align regional activities with company strategic objectives.
- Monitor operational performance and implement improvements where required.
Reporting and Performance Monitoring
- Track and report on regional performance metrics and business outcomes.
- Provide insights on sales performance, portfolio trends, and growth
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting to senior management.
Leadership and Team Management
- Lead and manage regional teams to achieve performance targets.
- Provide coaching, development, and performance management.
- Promote a high-performance culture aligned with company values.
Governance and Compliance
- Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain strong governance and risk management practices.
- Support audit and compliance processes within the region.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
- Postgraduate qualification in Business, Finance, or Management would be
Minimum requirements:
- 8–12 years in financial services, asset finance, or business development within a commercial environment.
- Driving sales, revenue growth, and market expansion within a region or business
- Managing client relationships, intermediaries, and stakeholder networks.
- Overseeing portfolio performance and managing risk exposure.
- Leading teams and managing regional or business unit performance.
- Operating within governance, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.
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