17 Jobs in Estcourt

Overview

Let''s Write Africa''s Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Part-time opportunity:

• Part-time Financial Adviser
• Grade 12
• Currently in an existing role which he or she wants to retain, but supplement value proposition and/or income by offering financial advice
• Access to in-segment market and existing network
• DOFA/Fit & proper
• A valid Driver’s licence and own car
• A clear criminal and credit check
• Proven computer literacy and digital dexterity
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Sound planning and organising abilities
• Ability to collate, analyse and synthesize information
• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Sound business acumen
• GRIT, resilience and tenacity to stay the course.
• Sales orientation

• Building Trust
• Consultative Selling
• Customer-Focused
• Customer Service
• Customer Understanding
• Direct Selling
• Identifying Sales Opportunities
• Oral Communications
• Probing Questions
• Qualifying Prospects
• Sales Data Management
• Sales Software
• Strategic Selling
• Strengthening Customer Relationships

• Action Oriented
• Balances Stakeholders
• Builds Networks
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability

NQF Level 5 - Higher, Advance or Occupational Certificate or equivalent

29 November 2025 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

The Old Mutual Story!

Overview

Let's Write Africa's Story Together! Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this. We are looking for self-motivated and dynamic individuals who have a passionate entrepreneurial spirit to join one of Africa's leading insurance companies.

The role at a glance is about championing our valued customers to achieve their lifetime goals by identifying their financial needs, providing sound financial advice, recommending and implementing "fit for purpose" financial plans and solutions.

• Responsible for the procurement of new business
• Expand sales of products and services with existing customers
• Work mainly on own leads

• Building Trust
• Consultative Selling
• Customer-Focused
• Customer Service
• Customer Understanding
• Direct Selling
• Identifying Sales Opportunities
• Oral Communications
• Probing Questions
• Qualifying Prospects
• Sales Data Management
• Sales Software
• Strategic Selling
• Strengthening Customer Relationships

• Action Oriented
• Balances Stakeholders
• Builds Networks
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability

NQF Level 5 - Higher, Advance or Occupational Certificate or equivalent

29 November 2025 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

The Old Mutual Story!

Overview

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

• A minimum of Matric or equivalent
• A minimum 12 months’ financial services experience as a Financial Adviser
• A minimum of Long-term Insurance Class of Business completion.
• Completion of additional FAIS requirements such as Investments Class of Business, the Regulatory Examination 5 (RE5), an FSCA-approved qualification will be advantageous.

• A valid driver’s licence and own car
• A clear criminal and credit check
• Proven computer literacy
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Sound planning and organising abilities
• Ability to collate, analyse and synthesise information
• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Sound business acumen
• Grit, resilience and tenacity
• Excellent listening skills with the ability to translate customer engagements into sales.

• Consultative Selling
• Customer Feedback Management
• Customer-Focused
• Customer Service
• Customer Understanding
• Evaluating Information
• Identifying Customer Needs
• Identifying Sales Opportunities
• Oral Communications
• Probing Questions
• Qualifying Prospects
• Sales Data Management
• Sales Software
• Strategic Selling
• Strengthening Customer Relationships

• Balances Stakeholders
• Builds Networks
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Ensures Accountability
• Instills Trust
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Manages Complexity

NQF Level 4 - Grade 12, School leaving Certificate, National or Occupational Certificate or equivalent

29 November 2025, 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

The Old Mutual Story!

Who are we?

Sanlam is a leading Financial Services Institution, which provides services in the fields of Individual Life Insurance, Group Life Insurance, Unit Trusts and Asset Management. To give substance to its objective to be fully-fledged Namibian Insurer, Sanlam is increasingly introducing greater financial and technical expertise.

• To promote Sanlam Retail Mass (SRM)’s products and increase market share through:
o Providing sound financial advice and a high level of client service in a Branch context.
o Creating opportunities for client optimisation and cross selling of value-added services.

1. Sales delivery
• Gain and maintain an in-depth understanding of SRM product ranges.
• Gain an understanding of the customer’s needs, financial goals and means, and provide the right product
(or selection of products) that will satisfy the goals of the customer in the best and most affordable way
possible.
• Continuously update and inform customers of new products, or changes in existing products. Manage,
review, and incorporate the implications of product changes on the customer’s portfolio accordingly.
• Validate client details in line with product and regulatory requirements. Submit new business
through the right channels.
• Conduct due diligence on clients to identify and flag risks.
• Manage own capacity to ensure daily appointments are being prioritised while allowing time for
and capitalising on walk-in / non-appointment clients.
2. In-branch client service and client retention
• Responsible for servicing and managing all client profiles to ensure clients remain on the books.
o Send payment reminders, conduct follow-ups, and remain in contact to address potential
queries or to provide support.
o Manage and report on NTUs (clients Not Taken Up) by putting controls in place, and taking
corrective actions where required.
o Manage persistency of client payments in favour of both the branch and the client.
• Gain insight into client risk profiles to proactively identify where support will be required.
o Consult with clients on alternative payment arrangements and ensure it gets processed through
and noted on the right platforms.
• Responsible for in-branch servicing in line with client experience standards:
o Apply product knowledge to accurately guide clients through policy cancellations and provide
alternative options.
o Resolve various types of client queries in the branch as far as possible or escalate queries to
the right stakeholders by using the existing escalation framework. Follow up on the status and
continuously provide feedback to the client.
3. Quality, compliance and continuous development
• Remain up to date with and continuously adhere to compliance and quality standards.
• Keep up to date with own registration, product knowledge and maintenance of own CPD points.
• Identify risks and flag potentially fraudulent activities.
• Keep and store relevant records of advice.
• Log all activities as per regulations and standard operating procedures, and provide data to relevant
stakeholders to inform reporting and decision making
4. Monthly planning and reporting
• Responsible for reporting on activities daily, through using relevant technology platforms.
• Collate data on activities to deliver on weekly and monthly reporting deadlines.
• Perform any ad-hoc requirements as requested by the Retail Branch Manager.

Knowledge:
• Client service.
• Sales and cross-selling tactics and strategies (client optimisation).
• Knowledge on the Insurance landscape including regulatory requirements and guidelines for selling and
providing advice would be ideal.
• Knowledge on insurance products would be advantageous.
Experience:
• One year experience in a sales or marketing capacity
• Experience within insurance branches an advantage

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
• Persistently focused on achieving targets
• Analysing information
• Technologically orientated
• Selling and influencing skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Strong communicator (verbally and in writing)
• Strong customer service orientation
• Organising skills
• Adaptable and open to learning

• Matric (Grade 12)
• RE5 a must.
• FAIS Compliant (Wealth Management) as per DOFA requirements.
• Class of Business training (to be completed within 12-months of employment)

•CPD Hours

• Clear criminal and credit check
• Own / Reliable transport

The Sanlam Group is commited to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are the key components to ensure a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.

Overview

A leading retailer within the FMCG sector is looking for an experienced HR Practitioner to join their Estcourt, KZN branch to provide Human Resources Generalist support functions to all stakeholders in the Manufacturing Plant.

Human Resources Management

• Provide support iro the designated operational and delegated management responsibilities of the Human Resources Division inclusive of HR Development & Talent Management, Remuneration & Benefits, HR Administration, Performance Management and Recruitment
• Facilitate the management and promotion of fair and sound Labour Relations
• Manage special programmes such as HR Planning, Employee Health and Wellness (EHWP)
• Drive performance outcomes and compliance
• Optimise the achievement of service delivery through operational support
• Review, interprete and implement HR policies and procedures
• Facilitate organisational transformation and change management initiatives
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of HR strategies
• Provide advisory services to management on HR matters
• Manage organisational performance management system

People Management and Leadership

• Ensure a positive and constructive culture
• Maintain high level of confidentiality
• Develop PDP’s to promote succession and talent retention for the organisation
• Provide sufficient resources in support of targets and objectives
• Ensure effective management and utilisation of resources
• Ensure effective utilisation of the division’s budget

Learning and development

• Work closely with line managers to understanding training needs
• Coordinate training with service providers
• Manage training register in preparation for annual training reporting
• Collate information for annual training reporting
• Conduct induction and onboarding of new employees

Manage Payroll input

• Work closely with line manager to collect and submit payroll input
• Coordinate and manage legislation governance in relation to leave administration, overtime, employee working hours, bursary management
• Coordinate and manage payroll input for new employees
• Coordinate and submit payroll input for terminated employees
• Coordinate disability, funeral and death claims

Employment Equity

• Coordinate, and participate in Employment Equity forums

QUALIFICATIONS

BCOM in Human Resource or BA-Human Resources

EXPERIENCE

3-5 years work experience as a HR Generalist, preferably in manufacturing or retail industries.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• General understanding of all labour legislation (EEA, BCEA, LRA, Skills Development Act)
• HR Systems
• Performance Management
• Report Writing
• Project Management
• Policy Development and Review
• HR Risk Management
• X-Time
• Unions and Bargaining Councils

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Extremely organized, detail oriented and efficient
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and punctual heavy workload
• Problem solving and decision making
• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication and reporting capability
• Self-directing
• Ability to work efficiently in a broad cultural spectrum
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Forward thinking
• Networking skills
• Analytical skills

Market related. (Depending on experience and qualifications)

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks, if you do not hear from us by then your application for this position was unsuccessful, but you have been added to our database for future vacancies.

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Date: 5 Aug 2025

Location:

Estcourt, KwaZulu Natal, ZA

Who are we?

Sanlam is a leading Financial Services Institution, which provides services in the fields of Individual Life Insurance, Group Life Insurance, Unit Trusts and Asset Management. To give substance to its objective to be fully-fledged Namibian Insurer, Sanlam is increasingly introducing greater financial and technical expertise.

• To promote Sanlam Retail Mass (SRM)’s products and increase market share through:
o Providing sound financial advice and a high level of client service in a Branch context.
o Creating opportunities for client optimisation and cross selling of value-added services.

1. Sales delivery
• Gain and maintain an in-depth understanding of SRM product ranges.
• Gain an understanding of the customer’s needs, financial goals and means, and provide the right product
(or selection of products) that will satisfy the goals of the customer in the best and most affordable way
possible.
• Continuously update and inform customers of new products, or changes in existing products. Manage,
review, and incorporate the implications of product changes on the customer’s portfolio accordingly.
• Validate client details in line with product and regulatory requirements. Submit new business
through the right channels.
• Conduct due diligence on clients to identify and flag risks.
• Manage own capacity to ensure daily appointments are being prioritised while allowing time for
and capitalising on walk-in / non-appointment clients.
2. In-branch client service and client retention
• Responsible for servicing and managing all client profiles to ensure clients remain on the books.
o Send payment reminders, conduct follow-ups, and remain in contact to address potential
queries or to provide support.
o Manage and report on NTUs (clients Not Taken Up) by putting controls in place, and taking
corrective actions where required.
o Manage persistency of client payments in favour of both the branch and the client.
• Gain insight into client risk profiles to proactively identify where support will be required.
o Consult with clients on alternative payment arrangements and ensure it gets processed through
and noted on the right platforms.
• Responsible for in-branch servicing in line with client experience standards:
o Apply product knowledge to accurately guide clients through policy cancellations and provide
alternative options.
o Resolve various types of client queries in the branch as far as possible or escalate queries to
the right stakeholders by using the existing escalation framework. Follow up on the status and
continuously provide feedback to the client.
3. Quality, compliance and continuous development
• Remain up to date with and continuously adhere to compliance and quality standards.
• Keep up to date with own registration, product knowledge and maintenance of own CPD points.
• Identify risks and flag potentially fraudulent activities.
• Keep and store relevant records of advice.
• Log all activities as per regulations and standard operating procedures, and provide data to relevant
stakeholders to inform reporting and decision making
4. Monthly planning and reporting
• Responsible for reporting on activities daily, through using relevant technology platforms.
• Collate data on activities to deliver on weekly and monthly reporting deadlines.
• Perform any ad-hoc requirements as requested by the Retail Branch Manager.

Knowledge:
• Client service.
• Sales and cross-selling tactics and strategies (client optimisation).
• Knowledge on the Insurance landscape including regulatory requirements and guidelines for selling and
providing advice would be ideal.
• Knowledge on insurance products would be advantageous.
Experience:
• One year experience in a sales or marketing capacity
• Experience within insurance branches an advantage

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
• Persistently focused on achieving targets
• Analysing information
• Technologically orientated
• Selling and influencing skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Strong communicator (verbally and in writing)
• Strong customer service orientation
• Organising skills
• Adaptable and open to learning

• Matric (Grade 12)
• RE5 a must.
• FAIS Compliant (Wealth Management) as per DOFA requirements.
• Class of Business training (to be completed within 12-months of employment)

• Clear criminal and credit check
• Own / Reliable transport

The Sanlam Group is commited to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are the key components to ensure a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.

Introduction

A leading retailer within the FMCG sector is looking for an experienced HR Practitioner to join their Estcourt, KZN branch to provide Human Resources Generalist support functions to all stakeholders in the Manufacturing Plant.

Duties & Responsibilities

Human Resources Management

• Provide support iro the designated operational and delegated management responsibilities of the Human Resources Division inclusive of HR Development & Talent Management, Remuneration & Benefits, HR Administration, Performance Management and Recruitment
• Facilitate the management and promotion of fair and sound Labour Relations
• Manage special programmes such as HR Planning, Employee Health and Wellness (EHWP)
• Drive performance outcomes and compliance
• Optimise the achievement of service delivery through operational support
• Review, interprete and implement HR policies and procedures
• Facilitate organisational transformation and change management initiatives
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of HR strategies
• Provide advisory services to management on HR matters
• Manage organisational performance management system

People Management and Leadership

• Ensure a positive and constructive culture
• Maintain high level of confidentiality
• Develop PDP’s to promote succession and talent retention for the organisation
• Provide sufficient resources in support of targets and objectives.
• Ensure effective management and utilisation of resources.
• Ensure effective utilisation of the division’s budget

Learning and development

• Work closely with line managers to understanding training needs
• Coordinate training with service providers
• Manage training register in preparation for annual training reporting
• Collate information for annual training reporting
• Conduct induction and onboarding of new employees

Manage Payroll input

• Work closely with line manager to collect and submit payroll input
• Coordinate and manage legislation governance in relation to leave administration, overtime, employee working hours, bursary management
• Coordinate and manage payroll input for new employees
• Coordinate and submit payroll input for terminated employees
• Coordinate disability, funeral and death claims

Employment Equity

• Coordinate, and participate in Employment Equity forums

Desired Experience & Qualification

QUALIFICATIONS

BCOM in Human Resource or BA-Human Resources

EXPERIENCE

3-5 years work experience as a HR Generalist, preferably in manufacturing or retail industries.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• General understanding of all labour legislation (EEA, BCEA, LRA, Skills Development Act)
• HR Systems
• Performance Management
• Report Writing
• Project Management
• Policy Development and Review
• HR Risk Management
• X-Time
• Unions and Bargaining Councils

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Extremely organized, detail oriented and efficient
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and punctual heavy workload
• Problem solving and decision making
• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication and reporting capability
• Self-directing
• Ability to work efficiently in a broad cultural spectrum
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Forward thinking
• Networking skills
• Analytical skills

Package & Remuneration

Market related. (Depending on experience and qualifications)

Interested?

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks, if you do not hear from us by then your application for this position was unsuccessful, but you have been added to our database for future vacancies.

To provide superior customer services by achieving optimum turnover results and customer services through merchandise presentation.To assist management with daily operations of the store. Highly customer focused and service orientated.

• Achievement of daily, monthly and weekly sales targets
• Protection of all assets (stock, cash, physical assets, staff and customers)
• Effective implementation of company policies and procedures.
• Effective implementations store/ department layout.
• Customer service.
• Ensure correct administration procedures in respect of stock room,mark-downs and Lay-bys
• Ensure effective merchandise replenishment and housekeeping.

• Matric- grade 12

• Previous sales experience.
• Customer service orientated.
• Working with members in a team.
• Ability to plan daily tasks effectively.
• Computer literacy.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate with people and customers.
• Tolerance for stress.
• High level of integrity/ initiative.

Company:
Nestlé

Location:
Estcourt

Qualification:
Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain management

Experience:
2 years' experience in planning and/or MRP

Closing date:
18 September 2025

Position Summary
With a history spanning over 150 years, Nestlé didn't become the world's leading food and beverages brand by chance. Perfection is at the heart of what we do, and our people are always looking for the next big idea to cement our status. We are now looking for a DSP Planner to be based in Estcourt Factory.

In this role you will be responsible for establishing a detailed production schedule according to the MPS Plan, prepared by the MPS planner. Monitor execution of the DPS plan and report back to all planning and manufacturing partners on its status. Plan the DPS time bucket in a sequenced, capacity constrained and executable schedule.

A day in the life of a DSP Planner:
Create a DPS Plan

• Create a feasible production plan within DPS horizon (4 weeks rolling) considering capacity, labour and materials constraints
• Optimize production plan by adhering to sequencing parameters
• Gain consensus with Supply Planner on SKU prioritization
• Housekeeping of past-due process orders impacting DPS horizon
• Create and maintain process orders to meet DPS plan.
• Drive the Daily and Weekly Production Plan Reviews and get sign-off from planning partners
• Ensure correct planning parameters always reflect in SAP to ensure accurate MRP and MSA snapshot
• Publish BW MSA with reason codes report on a weekly basis / Put action in place to close gaps causing MSA misses
• Run housekeeping reports

Exception Management

• Maintain DPS master data in APO
• Identify any exceptions in actual production compared to the planned production and adjust plans in the best possible way to ensure delivery as close as possible to the agreed plan.
• Monitor Raw and Pack material daily availability (quantity and in quality inspection) to ensure supply to production
• Accommodate capacity requirements for trial runs
• Align with supply planner on maintenance of planned shutdowns in capacity profiles
• Monitor materials phase-in and phase-in with MRP planner
• Manage blocked finished goods process to ensure quick resolution of exceptions
• Participate / contribute in Daily and Weekly NCE meetings
• Manage an effective Weekly Production Review

What will make you successful?

• Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain management
• 2 years' experience in planning and/or MRP
• Excellent Numeracy skills
• Experience in SAP MRP, planning and warehouse modules
• Understanding of measures and KPI's
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications