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Readvertising: Principal Technical Officer (Grade 12)

Department of Chemistry

The Department of the Chemistry invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives

To oversee the technical functions of the Department of Chemistry, including instrument maintenance, laboratory maintenance, and to provide technical support.

The Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical qualification plus 4 years’ relevant experience where such experience includes: -

• Appropriate technical experience/certification (electronics)
• Previous experience working in a technical environment
• Previous experience working with safety standards
• At least one year supervision of a team
  
  

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
• Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
• Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
  

• Short-listing meeting scheduled for TBC.
• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Contract

• Job function Information Technology
• Industries Higher Education

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The company is seeking a highly experienced Chief Financial Officer with a minimum of 15 years of relevant financial management experience. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in financial accounting, management accounting, financial management, commercial transactions, and tax.

Personal attributes required include:

• Ability to lead, manage, and motivate teams
• Strong commercial intuition
• Effective communication skills at all organizational levels
• Capacity to develop and maintain relationships across different cultures
• Self-motivation and authority

The company offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits such as pension, life insurance, disability insurance, medical aid, housing, and incentive bonuses. Generous relocation and housing assistance are provided. The position is available immediately.

The appointee will be responsible for the overall management of the following functions:

• Audit - Manage
• Reporting - Manage
• Accounting systems / internal controls - Direct
• Accounting processing - Direct
• Internal audit - Manage

Additional responsibilities include:

• Management Accounting : Reporting (Direct), Forecasts (Manage), Business development & feasibility studies (Manage)
• Financial Management : Treasury (Direct), Capital finance (Manage), Dividend policy (Manage)
• Risk Management : Credit management (Manage), Asset financial protection (Manage), Insurance (Assets, values, risks - Manage)
• Staff Management : Staff management (Manage), Recruitment (Manage), Tax compliance (Manage)
• Payroll : Payroll (Direct), Compliance (Manage)
• IT Staff and Infrastructure : Manage
• Development : Manage
• Remuneration Committee involvement: Member and Manager

Additionally, the role involves overseeing forestry planning, including yield planning.

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Recruitment and Talent Officer | The Building Company

Join BUCO – Where Opportunity Thrives!

At BUCO, our motto, “Let’s Build Together,” reflects our dedication to strong partnerships and exceptional service. We offer a wide range of premium building materials and expert support for contractors and DIY enthusiasts. With over 107,000 products and a seamless shopping experience, BUCO leads the industry.

The main purpose of this role is to drive and grow the profitability of the store through effective management of its employees, financial, and technological resources, while ensuring the application of company policies and management best practices to exceed stakeholder expectations.

Responsibilities:

1. Ensure the continuity, growth, and profitability of the store.
2. Planning and budgeting.
3. Procurement, stock control, and merchandising management.
4. Maintain optimal stock levels.
5. Ensure compliance with the store budget.
6. Provide effective customer service and resolve issues.
7. Coordinate promotions, advertising, and public relations to enhance the brand's market share.
8. Oversee day-to-day operations.
9. Analyze operational data to identify problems and success areas.
10. Inspire, motivate, guide, develop, and lead employees to meet store objectives.
11. Ensure legal compliance with all relevant legislation and address legal matters appropriately.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Grade 12 qualification.
2. National diploma and/or degree is advantageous but not required.
3. 5-10 years of retail experience.
4. Minimum of 3 years in a junior to mid-level management position.
5. Previous industry-related experience.

Why Join Us?

1. Join a collaborative, innovative, and fast-paced environment.
2. Contribute to impactful marketing campaigns shaping our brand’s success.
3. Enjoy benefits such as Medical Aid, Gap Cover, Group Life Cover, Provident Fund, and Emergency and Trauma Support Line.
4. Benefit from exclusive staff discounts.
5. Access various development programs including Learning Catalogues, Development Programmes, Learnerships, Bursaries, and an Online e-Learning Platform.

We want to hear from you!

If you haven't heard back within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. We appreciate your effort and encourage you to watch for future opportunities.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Sales and Business Development

• Wholesale Building Materials

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This job posting is still active. The location is Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa.

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a highly skilled and analytical Data Scientist to join our market research team. The Data Scientist needs practical knowledge and comprehensive understanding of research processes and techniques. The successful individual will actively assist in the data production process and when required, within the departments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing of the sample and survey, sample implementation instructions into field, monthly production and extrapolations to final client delivery, developing innovate models, and generating actionable insights. This role requires a strong foundation in statistics, machine learning, and data visualization, combined with an understanding of market behaviour and dynamics.

As a Data Scientist in the market research domain, you will bridge the gap between raw data and business decision-making, helping stakeholders understand market trends. While mining, interpreting, and reviewing the data, this person will be relied on to ask questions, connect the dots, and uncover hidden opportunities for realising the data’s full potential. As part of a team of specialists, the Data Scientist will “slice and dice” data using various methods and create new visions for the future.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·Gather and process volumes of structured and unstructured data to identify trends and patterns

·Ensure data integrity, consistency, and accuracy through the use of statistical techniques to validate data for uniformity and accuracy

·Set up and perform additional data reviewing methods using statistics to design more efficient data review processes

·Design samples methodologies and universe for new projects during project setup phases

·Evaluate universe and sample designs for existing projects and implement changes where necessary

·Apply weighting techniques to survey data to ensure representativeness

·Support survey design using statistical principles to ensure validity and reliability

·Design a streamlined restatement process to avoid data step changes

·Work closely with all stakeholders to identify project health issues to develop effective solutions

·Manage and implement data rework /restatements processes for all tracking project projects

·Find innovative solutions to Universe challenges by applying a modelling approach

·Work closely with different teams to apply data-driven insights and provide guidance to the correct use of reported data

·Assist with complex data investigations and analysis

·Serve as a data strategist to identify and integrate existing and new datasets that can be leveraged to enhance our product capabilities, and work closely with the engineering team in the development of data products

·Stay updated with the latest tools, AI technologies and methods in Data Science

·Advise on innovative data collection strategies and recommend best suited approaches.

REQUIREMENTS:

·7+ years of experience in Data Science

·Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or related field

• Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI, SQL, and statistical tools SPSS, SAS
• Proficiency with data mining, mathematics, and statistical analysis
• Extensive experience in pattern recognition and modelling

We are looking for someone with:

• Eagerness to grow and learn with the company as part of a high-performing team
• Strong numeracy skills and exceptional attention to detail
• A proactive problem solver and quick thinker

·Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, research-oriented group

·Meticulous attention to detail

·Ability to manage competing priorities under demanding deadlines

If you feel that you would be a good fit for the team based on the job role and requirements as specified above, we would love to hear from you! Please submit a detailed CV and cover letter to Human Resources: ( ) by no later than Monday, 4 August 2025.

All appointments will be made in line with Frontline’s EE Strategy.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Market Research

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NOV South Africa is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to lead the delivery and setup of simulators for automation packages. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PLC software and networking, with a focus on simulation environments. This position is based in Gqeberha.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure PLC software (Siemens S7) for both simulation and machine environments.
• Establish and optimize network configurations to enhance system performance.
• Fine-tune simulation performance to meet operational requirements.
• Evaluate and implement new system features to improve functionality.
• Provide technical support to simulator system users.
• Develop comprehensive and clear technical documentation.
• Perform additional tasks as required to support project goals.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Technical Competencies:

• Advanced knowledge of PLC software, with a focus on Siemens S7.
• Strong skills in network configuration and optimization.
• Proven expertise in simulation software development.
• Deep understanding of software-hardware interaction.
• Proficiency in debugging simulations of electrical and hydraulic components.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced technical certifications are preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a technical laboratory or workshop environment.
• Comfortable working with complex technical systems and equipment.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Job application
• Detailed resume
• Portfolio of technical projects
• References demonstrating technical expertise

We look forward to receiving your application and exploring the opportunity to work together at NOV.

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The Building Company

2025/08/08 Jeffreys Bay

Job Reference Number: 80871407011

Department: BUCO

Business Unit

Industry: Retail

Job Type: Permanent

Positions Available: 1

Salary: Market Related

The main purpose is to drive and grow the profitability of the Store through the effective management of its employees, financial, and technological resources, and ensuring efficient application of the company’s policies and procedures and management best practice in order to exceed all stakeholders’ expectations.

Job Description

• Manage Profitability: To ensure continuity, growth, and profitability of the Store through the management of costs and the maximization of sales turnover and returns. Identifies new business opportunities, take calculated risks; and generate innovative and creative ideas for implementing new business opportunities and maximising sales
• Planning and Budgeting: Together with the Operations Executive and Regional Operations Manager, interpret the business objectives into an Operating Plan for the Store.
• Procurement, stock control and merchandising: To ensure that the inward logistics of the Store run smoothly, products are purchased in line with The Building Company procurement policies and procedures, stock levels are kept at optimal levels and stock losses are controlled.
• Maintain Stock variances: Maintenance of optimal stock levels
• Financial Management: Ensures that the Store budget is compiled in line with the agreed upon operating plans and adhered to. (Ensure that all financial processes are monitored and controlled in line with best practices and company procedures).
• Customer Service: Ensure that customer complaints are dealt with in an effective manner and resolved. Promotions, advertising, and all public relations must be co-ordinated for the store in order to enhance the Brand's market share in line with all company procedures.
• Accountable for day-to-day operations: Accountability for the day-to-day operations, administration, customer sales and service and overall management and control of the branch employees.
• Operational analysis: Analyses of operational information leading to the diagnosis of problems and/or success areas in the business. Enhancing all successes and raising and resolving all problem areas with the Operations Management Support Team.
• People Management: Inspire, motivate, guide, develop and manage, and lead employees in order to meet the store's objectives. Apply all company policies and procedures and best practice principles in order to maintain a harmonious labour environment.
• Legislative compliance and corporate governance: Ensure legal compliance with all legislation relating to the operation of the business and that appropriate action is taken in respect of all legal matters.
• To uphold and promote the company values and culture
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Sales and Business Development
• Industries Wholesale Building Materials

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Finance Division

Applicants who applied previously should not reapply for the post.

The role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is critical in steering the finance function through the changing and challenging environment that Rhodes University faces. In addition, the CFO oversees the provision and maintenance of the University's infrastructure, facilities, and related operations (this includes but may not be limited to procurement, facilities and infrastructure, risk and compliance, and residential operations).

Chief Financial Officer (Grade 24)

Finance Division

Applicants who applied previously should not reapply for the post.

The role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is critical in steering the finance function through the changing and challenging environment that Rhodes University faces. In addition, the CFO oversees the provision and maintenance of the University's infrastructure, facilities, and related operations (this includes but may not be limited to procurement, facilities and infrastructure, risk and compliance, and residential operations).

The CFO provides vision, leadership, and overall strategic direction for the University’s business and financial operations in a rapidly and highly competitive environment in which public higher education exists. The CFO advises the Vice-Chancellor on and is directly accountable for the financial sustainability of the University through the appropriate management and administration of financial operations of the University, the development and implementation of the financial vision for the University in line with its strategic plan, mission, and vision.

As a member of the University's executive leadership, the CFO provides the Vice Chancellor and other executive leadership team members with advice, guidance, and easily accessible financial information for planning, resource allocation, and strategic decision-making. In addition, the CFO must ensure that appropriate and relevant control measures and systems are in place, including capital budget planning, accounting, reporting, auditing, forecasting, procurement, and investment management.

Job Requirements

A CA(SA) registered with SAICA or an appropriate equivalent financial qualification (at least NQF level 8). Registered South African Chartered Accountants with the requisite experience will be given preference. A minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience, where such experience includes: -

• Having led a significant, large, and complex finance division.
• Extensive experience working with financial systems, experience working with Oracle would be an advantage.
• Proven track record of achievement as a senior-level finance official within a large and complex organisation.
• Experience in strategic and operational planning and execution. It would be preferable if this experience were not only related to the financial portfolio.
• Excellent senior management administration experience and active participation in key decision-making fora both internally and externally.
• Championing and managing transformation, preferably at the organisational/institutional level.
• Sound governance knowledge, international reporting standards, and best practice trends
• Experience in a higher education environment and understanding its challenges will be strongly recommended.
  
  

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications, which should include the following: -
• Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
• Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information, should include at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation of no more than 5 pages outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
  

• Seniority level Executive

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Finance and Sales
• Industries Higher Education

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Reporting to Finance Manager, and handling financial transactions (including cashflow management), ensuring accurate and timely financial closing and reporting. Key responsibilities include:

1. Responsible for management of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Cashflow management by:

• Ensuring timely collection of payments from customers and payments to suppliers
• Resolving any disputes or issues related to customers’ collections and suppliers’ payments
• Performing reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy, completeness and timeliness of all transactions
• Maintaining proper records of all transactions for audit trail and supporting
• Liaising with bankers for transactional matters

2. Providing timely and relevant financial recommendations and insights to support business leaders by:

• Reporting on cashflow, collections and payments
• Performing financial analysis

3. Compliance and governance by:

• Ensuring compliance with regulatory, corporate policies and procedures, accounting standards, and reporting frameworks
• Ensuring financial practices adhere to internal policies and external regulations

4. Acting as a business partner within the finance team, cross-functional teams, group teams and external stakeholders by:

• Supporting ah-hoc projects or duties, as assigned
• Building and maintaining strong collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Accountancy/Finance
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience. Fresh graduates are welcome.
• Independent Team player with effective communications and strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisation, analytical and numerical skills
• Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy
• Strong ethics, with an ability to manage confidential data
• Able to handle time-sensitive tasks
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Office applications will be advantageous.

Are you a results-driven leader with a passion for retail and people development? Join our dynamic team as an Assistant StoreManager and take ownership of a high-performance environment that thrives on operational excellence, outstanding customer service, and team growth.

Key Responsibilities :

Operational Management

Drive store performance to achieve and exceed sales targets.

Maximise income streams through effective promotion of add-ons, GP, and other revenue channels.

Ensure consistent implementation of merchandising and marketing standards.

Attract and retain a strong and loyal customer base.

Inventory Management

Oversee inventory controls and ensure effective stock management.

Monitor store performance in line with stock availability and customer demand.

Customer Service

Ensure exceptional customer experiences that exceed expectations.

Review and act on Mystery Shopper reports and customer feedback.

Resolve product and service-related complaints quickly and effectively.

Lead by example in reinforcing a customer-first culture among staff.

People Management

Train, develop and motivate staff to reach full potential.

Plan for succession and promote internal growth.

Manage performance consistently and fairly.

Foster a positive, engaging and productive working environment.

Administration & Compliance

Ensure strict adherence to company policies, systems, and procedures.

Oversee daily administrative duties, including cash-ups, safe checks, alarm checks and maintenance of admin files.

What We’re Looking For :

Proven retail management experience

Strong leadership and people management skills

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Target and results-oriented mindset

Passion for customer service and retail excellence

Working Hours : Retail hours, including weekends and public holidays