52 Jobs in Mthatha

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

PURPOSE OF POSITION : Leading a store team to meet business KPIs, including driving sales, controlling costs, mitigating risks and stock loss, managing administration, and ensuring world-class store standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Increase sales by focusing on customer service, maintaining world-class store standards, store image, stock management, and promotional activities.
2. Minimize stock loss through fostering a healthy store culture and adhering to security measures, stock, and cash handling procedures.
3. Manage costs in line with the company's low-cost culture by driving efficiencies within the store.
4. Ensure all administrative duties are completed according to company guidelines.
5. Lead a dynamic team of Dynamos, taking responsibility for team training, coaching, and performance management.
6. Maintain health, safety, and housekeeping standards across the store.

Job title : Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions - Specialised Commercial Crime Unit

Job Location : Eastern Cape, Mthatha Deadline : August 11, 2025

REQUIREMENTS :

• An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion, any appropriate legal qualification.
• At least ten (10) years’ post-qualification experience in civil and/or criminal litigation. Demonstrable competency in acting independently, professionally, and with credibility.
• Admitted Attorney and/or Advocate. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998.

DUTIES :

• Guide investigations and conduct prosecutions of identified cases. Exercise oversight on decisions to prosecute, providing necessary advice and reporting to the Head of the SCCU. Ensure decisions comply with all relevant legal prescripts, the Constitution, policies, procedures, and directives.
• Provide high-level, well-researched opinions and reports to the Head of the SCCU. Manage and direct governance and operations within the SCCU. Monitor and review strategy and operations. Provide enterprise performance reports.
• Liaise with regional offices and coordinate meetings. Render professional advice to the Head of the SCCU. Promote stakeholder and partner engagement. Develop and implement the national strategy and annual plan of the SCCU.
• Monitor regional office delivery to meet targets. Analyze, review, and monitor operational performance to identify deficiencies and ensure achievement of strategic objectives and targets. Develop performance and delivery improvement plans as needed.
• Oversee the development and implementation of employee performance management systems. Initiate and implement training initiatives by establishing training needs at national and regional levels. Meet regularly with stakeholders to effectively execute the SCCU mandate.

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Job Description

• This position will be reporting to the Dispatch Manager, with the responsibility of loading and offload bread on site. This is a 6-day position and if you meet the below requirements, then we are looking for you.
• Offload and loading bread according to offloads / loading SOP
• Follow pipeline loading / offloading sequence
• Tray count and balancing of trays in a truck
• Attend daily invocoms
• Ensure that quality bread is loaded / offloaded
• Report back on loading / offloading related matters to offloads supervisors
• Ensure compliance with company policy and procedures

Qualification Requirements

• Grade 12 with numerical skills
• Licence Code 10 will be advantageous

Experience Requirements

• At least 3 months’ experience in a similar position in the FMCG industry
• Business processes, rules and procedures

Process Technician (PLC & SCADA), Mthatha, Rneg + Ben + Company Housing

• Grade 12
• Trade test electrician / millwright
• N5 or S4 diploma
• 7 years in similar position
• Nb – extensive knowledge & exp in chipboard manufacturing environment
• PLC (Allen Bradley & Siemens) and Scada knowledge
• Strong frequency drive knowledge ( Allen Bradley & Sew)
• Good instrumentation knowledge
• Good understanding of processes
• Strong problem solving
• Dynamic and innovative
• Ability to work in a team environment

Description

• Maintenance on all electrical instrumentation and software programs.
• Fault finding and repair on all automation and drive equipment.
• Perform changes to base documentation i.e. Manuals, P&ID and all instrumentation drawings.
• Develop operating envelopes and assist the production personnel in compiling and updating operating procedures.
• Maintain OHASA standards and ensure high levels of housekeeping.
• Identify and informing team leader of any health and safety hazards in the plant.
• Perform after-hour standby duty on the plant

Our client is a leading ICT and Office Automation company that offers office equipment solutions. They are expanding and looking for motivated individuals to join their sales team as Sales Representatives in the following areas: East London, Mthatha, and Gqeberha (PE).

JOB SUMMARY :

Sales Representatives are responsible for actively seeking new business opportunities and building relationships with potential clients.

• Prospecting and Lead Generation: Identify and approach potential clients, generate leads, and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities.
• Client Engagement: Conduct product presentations and demonstrations, establishing and nurturing relationships with key decision-makers.
• Sales Targets: Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets, contributing to business growth by securing new accounts.
• Market Research: Stay informed about industry trends and competitors, providing feedback to enhance our products and services.

BENEFITS :

• Sales Commission
• Competitive basic salary
• Company petrol card
• Career advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive training will be provided

Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times each day / month / year.

• Perform preventive equipment maintenance as per schedule.
• Record temperature readings and equipment maintenance daily in accordance with relevant SOPs, ensuring documents are accessible and retrievable.
• Maintain compliance with laboratory Turnaround Time (TAT) and uphold daily standards.
• Manage stock efficiently on the bench, receive samples, and determine if samples are acceptable for further analysis.
• Perform tests according to SOPs.
• Verify test results.
• Understand the physical and chemical principles of various analyses performed.
• Complete corrective actions and troubleshooting logs for QC and equipment failures.
• Run Instrument Quality Controls (IQC) and External Quality Assessments (EQA).
• Record Non-Compliance (NC).
• Document Customer Complaints.
• Manage Overdue and Pending Action lists.
• Identify results outside expected findings or reference ranges, and report any abnormal results as per SOP.
• Perform data checks as per SOP.
• Comply with professional conduct standards established by the organization and relevant professional bodies.
• Address Uncertainty of Measurement.
• Participate in Inter-Lab Comparisons and Validations.
• Engage in continuing professional development (CPD) activities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Diploma : Biomedical Technology / Bachelor of Health Science : National Laboratory Science / NQF level 6 or 7

Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in Clinical Pathology

Experience

REQUIRED SKILLS :

Strong analytical and documentation skills.

• Broad knowledge of basic laboratory techniques.
• Previous experience in a laboratory or medical setting.
• Comfortable using medical technologies and laboratory equipment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to properly clean and maintain equipment.
• Willingness to work in a team.
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Computer literacy.
• Time management and evaluation skills.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES :

• Teamwork skills and the ability to work under demanding situations.
• Accuracy, detail orientation, and flexibility.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Self-management skills.
• Capacity to handle personal and sensitive information responsibly.

Please note that all shortlisted applications are subject to verification checks.

Who are we?

SanlamConnect, is dedicated to supporting, growing and empowering clients with affordable, easy and suitable solutions, primarily through face-to-face intermediary channels, but also directly. We have approximately 2,000 tied advisers and 2,000 supporting independent brokers, all dedicated to meet the financial needs of our clients. Our vision: We aspire to be the best at building enduring relationships by connecting clients and intermediaries. We create sustainable value by attracting new clients, supporting ongoing client engagement and providing adaptive solutions designed to answer life’s financial questions. ULTIMATELY WE GROW AND PROTECT WEALTH.

This is a regional sales management role which is responsible for managing a team of new and vested Financial Advisors. You have to recruit advisors for your portfolio (new and experienced). You will be responsible for the training, vesting and development of all advisors in the portfolio.

Output/Core Tasks:

The expectations of the role is to:

• Create and drive sales plans, targets and growth
• Marketing and business building support
• Coaching and development of FA’s
• Manage business retention processes
• Compliance and risk management
• Enable practice management
• Oversee quality and productivity management
• Provide effective People and Performance Management
• Budgets and expense management of team
• Recruiting of New and Experienced Financial Intermediaries

Qualification & experience

• Extensive Financial Services experience in a marketing/sales environment
• Sales and Operational Management/leadership of a team/unit
• Management Diploma
• Commercial/Financial or business related diploma/degree
• CFP/RFP3 or equivalent (i.e.: 120 credits)
• RE

Knowledge and skills

To be successful you will need to demonstrate good experience in:
IT:

• MS: Office (Excel, Word, PP)
• Web based platform tool/site
• Advisor tools (i.e.: Sanfin; Leads program, Santrust, Santax, Sanport)
• AUTONUB
• New business processes

Business/Management:

• Financial Services Industry Knowledge
• Financial Services Product Knowledge (Sanlam and competitors)
• Legal technical Knowledge (product related)
• Relevant regulatory legislation and compliance knowledge (FAIS accredited)
• Business planning
• New and Existing business processes
• Advisor contracts and remuneration
• Sales and marketing processes and practices
• Leads management and campaigns/competitions
• Management skills to manage staff
• Budgets and expense management

Personal Qualities:

• Cultivates Innovation
• Client Centricity
• Drives Results
• Collaborates
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Drives Vision and Purpose
• Business Insight
• Directs Work
• Decision Quality
• Treating Customers Fairly

Process for applications:

• If you meet the above criteria, and you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your CV .
• The closing date for applications is 18 June 2025.

The recruiter reserves the right to withdraw the advertisement prior to the closing date or to allow further applications to be submitted after the closing date indicated.

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.

We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its business clusters – Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Emerging Markets, Sanlam Investments, Sanlam Corporate Santam, Miway, as well as the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

The Sanlam Group is committed to transformation and embracing diversity and our employment equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with employment equity as a key goal to create an inclusive workforce, representative of the demographics of our society as well as people with disabilities.

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

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

Qualifications and Experience

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.

Other requirements

A valid driver’s licence and own car

A clear criminal and credit check

Skills

Competencies

Education

Closing Date

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.

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