71 Jobs in Upington
Lead Engineer - Renewables
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We are looking for a Lead engineer based in Upington responsible for the overall success and execution of renewable energy projects. This includes managing the renewables team, liaising with existing and prospective clients, managing budgets and providing technical support for renewable energy customers in various industries such as Concentrated Solar Plants, PV Plants, Hydro Plants, and Wind Power, Green Hydrogen Plants.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Technical & Engineering Leadership
- Lead the engineering efforts for renewable related contracts.
- Develop and implement optimisation strategies for thermal and renewable power systems.
- Conduct technical reviews and feasibility studies on re-powering and re-purposing projects.
- Oversee and mentor engineering teams.
- Interface with clients, EPC contractors, international funders and regulatory bodies.
- Execute and manage project phases including failure investigations, outage management, reliability improvement initiatives and plant modifications.
- Ensure compliance with local engineering standards and environmental legislation.
- Provide input into proposal development and business unit operations as a regional lead.
- Manage documentation, reporting, and communication of technical work to internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide senior mechanical engineering input across multiple renewable and thermal power generation sites.
- Lead the development and execution of plant modifications, asset performance improvements, and engineering support services.
- Drive innovation in power plant optimisation, particularly in turbine and generator systems.
Project & Business Unit Management
- Act as the Northern Cape Business Unit lead, overseeing project execution, client engagement, and contract delivery.
- Support EPCM activities, including scoping, specification, and interface coordination for plant upgrades or re-purposing projects.
- Prepare and deliver technical proposals and documentation in response to client requirements.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Liaise with government bodies, international development finance institutions (e.g., World Bank), EPCs, IPPs and technology suppliers.
- Ensure engineering deliverables meet all local regulatory requirements (PER, SANS 347, Ex-Rating) and company SHEQ standards.
Requirements:
- BEng Mechanical Engineering
- Postgraduate Diploma in Power Plant Engineering
- MSc (in progress/completed) with focus on turbomachinery or renewable systems (advantageous)
- Registered or eligible for registration with ECSA as a Pr.Eng or Pr.TechEng
- Minimum 8 years of engineering experience in the power generation sector, with at least 3 in renewable energy project work.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing plant systems (e.g., turbines, generators, valves, condensate systems).
- Strong knowledge of CSP.
- Prior involvement in EPCM projects or asset performance analysis or digital platform development.
- Familiarity with compliance and regulatory frameworks including SANS, PER, SHE standards, and Ex compliance.
- Knowledge on turbines, generators, heat exchangers, engineering finance, project engineering.
- Deep understanding of turbine – generator systems and power plant operations.
- Familiar with the maintenance processes for power plants
- Knowledge of relevant safety and compliance legislation (OHS Act)
Please apply below. By submitting your application you agree to form part of the selection process in full and a consultant will reach out to you as soon as possible.
Should you not receive any contact/ communication within 2 weeks, please do consider your application unsuccessful.
#J-18808-LjbffrGeneral Surgeon
Posted 2 days ago
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Mediclinic Upington, situated in the riverside town of Upington in the Northern Cape, offers local, national, and international patients a broad spectrum of professional medical services.
THE RIGHT ADDRESS FOR YOUR EXPERTISE
Mediclinic Southern Africa is continually seeking to offer exciting private practice opportunities to specialists and doctors at our facilities across South Africa and Namibia.
Dynamic, driven, and talented doctors who are ready to embrace a challenging yet fulfilling opportunity with one of the country’s foremost private healthcare brands are encouraged to get in touch with us.
Interested candidates should be registered with the appropriate Health Professions Council (HPCSA) to be considered.
#J-18808-LjbffrOMF Financial Consultant (Upington)
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Join to apply for the OMF Financial Consultant (Upington) role at Old Mutual South Africa
Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity, and our diverse talent reflects this.
Job DescriptionProvides advice on a specific range of products to a designated market and is individually accountable for achieving results through their own efforts.
Responsibilities- Customer Service: Carry out standard customer service activities and handle simple customer inquiries.
- Solutions Analysis: Assess compliance with established standards and protocols for routine inquiries.
- Receiving Visitors: Receive visitors and assist with requests for information, referring complex matters to colleagues.
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Data: Ensure customer details are accurate and note follow-up actions and notes during sales calls.
- Customer Needs Clarification: Interview customers to clarify their requirements following a sales script.
- Customer Relationship Development / Prospecting: Make calls to potential customers to develop relationships and resolve queries.
- Operational Compliance: Follow mandatory procedures to meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Business Development: Support routine business development tasks following established procedures.
- Sales Opportunities Creation: Identify potential customers through referrals and recommendations.
- Data Exploration: Select and input data into spreadsheets or formats.
- Network of Influence: Participate in and contribute to networks inside and outside the company.
- Balances Stakeholders
- Builds Networks
- Communicates Effectively
- Customer Focus
- Ensures Accountability
- Instills Trust
- Interpersonal Savvy
- Manages Complexity
Matriculation Certificate (Matric)
Closing Date17 August 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.
Additional InformationSeniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Finance and Sales
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Location: Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa
This job posting is active as of the latest date mentioned.
#J-18808-LjbffrPhysical Therapist (PT)
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Join to apply for the Physical Therapist (PT) role at Saber Healthcare Group
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the Physical Therapist (PT) role at Saber Healthcare Group
Empower healing and restore independence-join our compassionate therapy team in a skilled nursing facility and make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents every step of the way!
International Opportunities:
We also offer the opportunity for Visa Sponsorship to qualified International Physical Therapists. Our Visa Sponsorship will cover legal and filing fees for the nurse. Apply today for more details.
Advantages:
- On Demand Pay-get paid tomorrow for work done today!
- Or choose our Weekly Pay option!
- Fun, family atmosphere!
- Great PTO and Benefit packages!
- Tuition opportunities to further your career!
- Stability in the Strong Leadership/Management team who strives and achieves customer service excellence with dedicated staff!
- DAILY Pay!
- Benefit eligibility the first of the month following 30 days
- Comprehensive benefit packages including medical, dental, and vision, and more. Health Savings Account available with employer contribution.
- 401K through Fidelity
- Employer-paid life insurance (FT employees)
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Educational, leadership, and tuition opportunities
- Various discount programs offered, including discounted childcare programs through KinderCare
- Wellness programs offered through WebMD
- Employee recognition programs
- Culture of employees creating an IMPACT!
- Program details can vary amongst buildings. Please see HR for the facility-specific benefit plans.
The primary function of your job is to return patient to optimal physical function and facilitate the achievement of patient, physician, and therapy goals within a SNF setting. Instruct the patient in maintaining achieved level of function after discharge through education, independent exercise program, and appropriate activity modification.
Education/Qualifications:
- Employee must possess a bachelor’s degree or greater in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university.
- Must maintain an active, unencumbered license granted from state of employment.
- Must possess basic computer skills and ability to navigate through various software programs, including service delivery software and the electronic health record software.
- Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities Available
- Shift: Varies
- Seniority level Entry level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Health Care Provider
- Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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#J-18808-LjbffrStakeholder Engagement Officer - 12 Month Contract
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Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Sincetheestablishment in 2007, Scatec hasacquiredextensive knowledge and experience in developing,building,andoperatingsolar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.
Main purpose of position:
Currently we are looking for a Stakeholder Engagement Officer to be based in Upington in the Northern Cape.As the Stakeholder Engagement Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining stakeholder relations between Scatec and the community, implementing stakeholder management processes to mitigate project-related impacts, and overseeing the implementation of the stakeholder engagement plan to ensure effective communication and alignment with organizational goals for successful project implementation.
Main Responsibilities:
- Stakeholder Relationship Management: Facilitate stakeholder analysis, mapping, planning and stakeholder communication strategies when reviewing the Stakeholder Engagement Plan.
- Support Project E&S team in the implementation of the Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP)
- Establish and maintain effective relationships between the local communities and Scatec
- Liaise with local community stakeholders on behalf of Scatec
- Engage, facilitate and represent Scatec in the event of public meetings
- Create a stakeholder database, develop and regularly update community profiles and expectations
- Assist in developing and maintaining a risk register detailing all the identified risks, their impact to the business.
- Support to community Investments: Review and identity potential Community Investment projects
- Support the monitoring and evaluation of the Community Development Officers in the administration and implementation of Socio-Economic Development (SED) and Enterprise Development (EnD) projects.
- Assist in building and maintaining relations with local media to effectively communicate the community projects invested in.
- Reporting:Prepare quarterly stakeholder engagement reports capturing the engagements facilitated and outcomes of engagements.
- Develop and distribute regular communications to stakeholders, including newsletters, reports, and updates.
- Monitor, report and evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented engagement plans by conducting thorough reviews of stakeholder feedback.
Qualifications And Competencies:
- An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree/equivalent or higher) in community development, the human or social sciences, or related fields
- At least 3-5 years of experience in facilitating stakeholder engagement within communities.
- Must have a good understanding of Stakeholder Management and familiarity with Scatec’s stakeholder landscape.
- General knowledge of local and provincial government practices, local policies, regulations, and community dynamics
- Language: Fluent in both written and spoken English & Afrikaans
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Must be able to establish relationships with communities and local government
- Must hold a valid driver's license
Personal characteristics:
It is part of everyemployee’stermsof reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:
- Predictable: demonstrateclear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way.
- Driving results: demonstratedetermination, pro-activeness, canprioritizeand workindependently.
- Changemaker :demonstrateentrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates andadjust.
- Working together: demonstrateteamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-doattitude.
For the particular role we also expect
- Must be able to work independently
- Must be well Organised and structured
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Outstanding management, communication, and teamwork abilities
- Highly skilled in social and intercultural interactions
- Strong mediation and conflict resolution skills
- Strong networking and presentation skills
- Effective coordination and facilitation abilities
We offer:
Scatec is an exciting,innovative,and ambitious companyoperatingin a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible,diverse,and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.
Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected byappropriate law.
All hiring decisions are made based on merit,competence,and business need.
#J-18808-LjbffrOMF Financial Consultant (Upington)
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Let's Write Africa's Story Together!
Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity, and our diverse talent reflects this.
Job Description
Provides advice on a specific range of products to a designated market segment and is individually accountable for achieving results through their own efforts.
Responsibilities
- Customer Service: Carry out standard customer service activities and handle simple customer inquiries.
- Solutions Analysis: Assess compliance with established standards and protocols for routine inquiries.
- Receiving Visitors: Receive visitors and assist with various requests for information, referring more complex matters to colleagues.
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Data: Ensure that basic customer details in the system are accurate, and make notes of follow-up actions and notes of actions taken during each sales call.
- Customer Needs Clarification: Interview customers using a multilevel sales script to clarify their requirements.
- Customer Relationship Development / Prospecting: Make calls to potential customers to develop relationships and provide a first point of contact for resolving queries and complaints.
- Operational Compliance: Follow mandatory procedures to ensure work meets quality standards and complies with regulatory and internal codes.
- Business Development: Support routine business development tasks following established procedures.
- Sales Opportunities Creation: Identify potential customers through information, referrals, and recommendations.
- Data Exploration: Select and input appropriate data into spreadsheets or standard formats.
- Network of Influence: Participate in and contribute to networks inside and outside the company.
Skills & Competencies
- Balances Stakeholders
- Builds Networks
- Communicates Effectively
- Customer Focus
- Ensures Accountability
- Instills Trust
- Interpersonal Savvy
- Manages Complexity
Education
Matriculation Certificate (Matric)
Closing Date
17 August 2025, 23:59
Note: 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!
#J-18808-LjbffrStakeholder Engagement Officer - 12 Month Contract
Posted 1 day ago
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Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building, and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.
Main purpose of position:
Currently we are looking for a Stakeholder Engagement Officer to be based in Upington in the Northern Cape.As the Stakeholder Engagement Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining stakeholder relations between Scatec and the community, implementing stakeholder management processes to mitigate project-related impacts, and overseeing the implementation of the stakeholder engagement plan to ensure effective communication and alignment with organizational goals for successful project implementation.
Main Responsibilities:
- Stakeholder Relationship Management: Facilitate stakeholder analysis, mapping, planning and stakeholder communication strategies when reviewing the Stakeholder Engagement Plan.
- Support Project E&S team in the implementation of the Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP)
- Establish and maintain effective relationships between the local communities and Scatec
- Liaise with local community stakeholders on behalf of Scatec
- Engage, facilitate and represent Scatec in the event of public meetings
- Create a stakeholder database, develop and regularly update community profiles and expectations
- Assist in developing and maintaining a risk register detailing all the identified risks, their impact to the business.
- Support to community Investments: Review and identity potential Community Investment projects
- Support the monitoring and evaluation of the Community Development Officers in the administration and implementation of Socio-Economic Development (SED) and Enterprise Development (EnD) projects.
- Assist in building and maintaining relations with local media to effectively communicate the community projects invested in.
- Reporting: Prepare quarterly stakeholder engagement reports capturing the engagements facilitated and outcomes of engagements.
- Develop and distribute regular communications to stakeholders, including newsletters, reports, and updates.
- Monitor, report and evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented engagement plans by conducting thorough reviews of stakeholder feedback.
- An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree/equivalent or higher) in community development, the human or social sciences, or related fields
- At least 3-5 years of experience in facilitating stakeholder engagement within communities.
- Must have a good understanding of Stakeholder Management and familiarity with Scatec’s stakeholder landscape.
- General knowledge of local and provincial government practices, local policies, regulations, and community dynamics
- Language: Fluent in both written and spoken English & Afrikaans
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Must be able to establish relationships with communities and local government
- Must hold a valid driver's license
It is part of every employee’s terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:
- Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way.
- Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritize and work independently.
- Changemaker : demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust.
- Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude.
- Must be able to work independently
- Must be well Organised and structured
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Outstanding management, communication, and teamwork abilities
- Highly skilled in social and intercultural interactions
- Strong mediation and conflict resolution skills
- Strong networking and presentation skills
- Effective coordination and facilitation abilities
Scatec is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse, and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.
Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law.
All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Supervisor : Site Logistics and Facilities (Upington)
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SUMMARY :
The Supervisor : Site Logistics and Facilities (Upington) will be responsible for : Control, repair, inspect and maintain all small plant, tools, equipment, and yard stock on site in a responsible, productive, and efficient manner, including all site facilities, accommodation, offices, site security & lighting.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience :
- N3 Mechanical / Electrical or Millwright
- Supervisory course, Post matric qualification in a relevant discipline
- One year experience of 1st level tools and equipment control and repair
- Proven experience in excel and admin (Microsoft packages).
Responsibilities :
Reporting on plant availability and repairs :
Plant inventory control :
Equipment control, maintenance, and repairs
Site Facilities
Administration
POSITION INFO :
Position available for a Supervisor : Site Logistics and Facilities based in Upington. Must have : N3 Mechanical / Electrical or Millwright, Supervisory course, Post matric qualification in a relevant discipline.
Kindly apply if you meet the minimum requirements. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks consider your application as unsuccessful.
#J-18808-LjbffrSambassador
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We are on the lookout for a Sambassador in Tygervalley to create and increase brand awareness through maintaining pricing, shelf health, promotions, training of instore sales consultants and strong customer and client relationships.
As a Sambassador, you will be responsible for:
- Administration
- Shelf Health
- Implementation of Promotions
- Customer Satisfaction and Service
- In-store Sales and Marketing
- Drive Sells Out
- 2-3 years sales experience in Telecommunications or Electronics
- Matric
- Must be able to speak afrikaans
- Sales acumen
- Marketing principle knowledge
- Customer service skills
- Administration skills
Financial Advisor - Upington
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Closing Date2023 / 03 / 31Reference NumberMMH230303-21Job TitleFinancial Advisor - UpingtonPosition TypePermanentRole FamilySalesClusterMetropolitan LifeRemote OpportunityNone of the timeLocation - CountrySouth AfricaLocation - ProvinceNorthern CapeLocation - Town / CityUpingtonIntroduction
Metropolitan is one of the oldest financial services brands in South Africa. With a 125-year legacy of serving the communities in which it operates, Metropolitan represents true empowerment in serving Africa's people through affordable financial solutions that create financial growth and security. Metropolitan operates in South Africa, but the brand is also present in 7 African countries including, Namibia, Botswana, Kenya, Ghana and Lesotho. Metropolitan provides financial wellness solutions that meet the needs of low-income clients, including funeral insurance, health, savings, hospital cash-back cover, retirement solutions and life insurance.
Role PurposeAttract, acquire and retain clients by selling company products to generate new business and to provide after sales service to clients to ensure client retention, increase market share and contribute to the overall business objectives and its longterm viability.Requirements
Requirements
- 1-2 years’ experience in a financial advice rendering role (essential)
- 1-3 years’ experience in the financial services industry (desirable)
- Degree in Financial Planning, Business, Finance, Economics, or equivalent qualification
- Certificate of proficiency in Insurance or equivalent qualification
- Specific licensing or registration
- Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or equivalent registration
- Interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of the financial services industry
- Knowledge of relevant legislation
Duties & Responsibilities
INTERNAL PROCESS
- Engage with prospective clients in order to highlight the features and benefits of various products based on their financial wellness needs in order to support and guide their decision-making process.
- Sell products in line with client & required financial needs by conducting affordability analysis in order to achieve clients & required financial goals.
- Calculated and advise on tax and legal implications of products and or changes.
- Accurately capture client information, relevant actions and sales on the systems.
- Accurately complete all administrative and reporting requirements within agreed timeframes.
- Achieve set targets on production, quality and conversion. Adhere to compliance requirements in the sales process in line with legislative requirements.
- Provide financial advice in line with the engagement strategy to enhance client & rsquos financial wellness.
CLIENT
- Investigate client queries within the agreed service level and ensure that client receives timeous feedback.
- Escalate client queries to the relevant department or stakeholder.
- Provide accurate information and advice to clients and stakeholders in order to ensure that the client receives the appropriate services.
- Provide regular reports on delivery of services against agreed service level agreements and in terms of overall customer targets.
- Provide authoritative, expertise and advice to clients and stakeholders.
- Build and maintain relationships with clients and internal and external stakeholders.
- Make recommendations to improve client service and fair treatment of clients within area of responsibility.
- Participate and contribute to a culture which builds rewarding relationships, facilitates feedback and provides exceptional client service.
- Proactively build and maintain client relationships by presenting our innovative and trustworthy product offerings through professional and credible Financial Advisory services.
PEOPLE
- Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers and stakeholders.
- Positively influence and participate in change initiatives.
- Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislation knowledge.
- Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas.
FINANCE
- Identify solutions to enhance cost effectiveness and increase operational efficiency.
- Manage financial and other company resources under your control with due respect.
- Provide input into the risk identification processes and communicate recommendations in the appropriate forum.
COMPETENCIES
- Examining Information : Analyses and processes information asks probing questions strives to find solutions to problems.
- Interacting with People : Is lively and projects enthusiasm is talkative in making contact is focused on interacting and networking with people.
- Convincing People : Is comfortable having to persuade others shapes opinions by being outspoken seeks to negotiate with others.
- Articulating Information : Is articulate in giving presentations is eloquent and explains things well projects social confidence when articulating information.
- Conveying Self Confidence : Is self-assured and projects inner confidence is confident and determines own future values own contributions.
- Thinking Positively : Is optimistic and positive recovers easily from setbacks and obstructions is jovial and projects cheerfulness.
- Meeting Timescales : Is target focused and meets deadlines is punctual and keeps to schedule is reliable in finishing tasks.
- Following Procedures : Conforms and adheres to rules closely follows instructions and procedures minimizes risks by sticking to processes.