Vacant Jobs at Defy Appliances

Job Description

• We are currently seeking a Senior Specialist – Product Manager to join our dynamic team in Durban Jacobs, responsible for managing the product portfolio for the South African domestic market.
• The role is strongly product-management centric, encompassing product planning, development, and full lifecycle management to ensure a competitive and relevant offering for local customers.
• The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual who will take ownership of steering the product range both in the short and long term, aligning products to market needs, customer insights, and business strategy.
• The role requires close collaboration with Sales, Supply Chain, R&D, and HQ PM teams to successfully execute new product launches and drive the ongoing success of the current product range.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create long-term and short-term product range plans.
• To maintain the Key product development files: NPI, SKU Monitor, Model retail pricing target, Product Introduction Calendar
• To support the co-ordination of new product development issues
• To monitor, manage and communicate internally all relevant legislations affecting all products.
• To work closely with the production plants providing product briefs and to guide them on product design, feature trends and to keep to date on market related costs.
• To provide effective and timely communication and support to internal customers such as Sales, Customer Support, Supply Chain and Service teams on all product related issues including: sales performance, market positioning, technical and commercial issues to ensure internal customers are up to date with all product related issues
• To manage and provide reports on the SKU count and commercial performance of the ranges. Take necessary actions to improve performance or discontinue models to maintain a competitive range that is appealing to our retail customers.
• To develop marketable communications concepts backed by qualified data capable of supporting potential product promotional claims.
• Support in stock review and forecast evaluations on new models as well as key strategic models for market share growth and sales distribution proposals thereof.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BSc Degree in Engineering (preferrable), Business, Marketing
• 2–5 years’ experience in product, category, or commercial roles (FMCG or consumer durables preferred)
• Exposure to end-to-end product lifecycle management, from concept to launch and post-launch analysis/performance tracking
• Strong analytical and technical skills, with confidence working with data and insights
• Experience with forecasting, demand planning, and stock control
• Confident in creating and presenting data-led recommendations
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with marketing, sales, supply chain, and technical teams
• Growth mindset – adaptable, curious, and eager to learn

Closing Date 26 January 2026

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Job Description

• We are seeking a Boilermaker/Welder to join our Durban/ Jacobs branch who will be responsible for joining metal components using various welding techniques to fabricate, assemble, and repair metal structures and equipment.
• This role involves interpreting blueprints and specifications, selecting appropriate welding methods and materials, and performing quality checks to ensure welds meet required standards.
• The Welder will also be responsible for maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cutting and joining metal parts for fabricating or repairing production parts, equipment, buildings, machinery, and other articles using various welding techniques.
• Monitoring the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of Material.
• Finishing products by cleaning, polishing, filing, and bathing in acidic solutions and perhaps even adding protective or decorative finishes.
• Inspecting equipment and structures following project completion to ensure compliance with industry and safety standards.
• Building of platforms and other various still structures.
• Support Production and Maintenance department perform various equipment checks and inspection, attending to breakdowns and performing set/scheduled PMs and WOs.
• Working and communicating effectively with Operations and other departments to assure understanding of full job scope, priority, and timing for repairs.
• Repairs flange leaks, including tightening or replacing bolts, flanges, and gaskets.
• Installs pipe, including flanges, unions, joints, gaskets, and nozzles.
• Moves materials, tools, equipment, and sub-assemblies using forklifts.
• Sets up work site with barriers, signs, tape, or flags.
• Prepares schematic drawings, sketches, reports and permits to reflect activities.
• Develops and maintains an orderly and efficient approach to assignments.
• Maintain disc grinder and perform all cleaning and grinding of metals.
• Operate various manual and automated welding equipment’s for welding work.

Minimum Qualifications & Skills Requirement:

• N6 with Trade Tested Qualification or associate diploma/degree in a technical field with a completion of a formal Boilermaker apprenticeship program or equivalent experience.
• Welding certifications (e.g., AWS, ASME) specific to the welding processes required for the job (SMAW, GTAW, FCAW, etc.).
• OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour safety certification.
• Ability to cut, fit, and weld metal components according to specifications.
• Knowledge of metal properties and characteristics.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Proficiency in using various hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Ability to operate cranes, forklifts, and other heavy equipment (certification may be required).
• Thorough understanding of safety regulations and procedures related to boiler making and welding.
• Ability to work safely in confined spaces and at heights.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including measurements, angles, and tolerances.

Physical Requirements:

• Mobility: Ability to move around freely in a manufacturing environment.
• This may involve walking, standing, bending, stooping, and kneeling for extended periods.
• Ability to navigate stairs and ladders (if required by the work environment).
• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy objects (up to 30kg) occasionally.
• This may include tools, equipment, and components (like Motors).
• Ability to push or pull heavy objects with assistance (e.g., moving equipment on a dolly).

Closing Date 30 January 2026