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The Automation Specialist designs, implements, and maintains automated systems and processes to improve efficiency and productivity. The successful candidate will identify and analyse existing processes, develop automation solutions, and ensure systems operate smoothly.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
BTech Degree Electronics / Programming and/or relevant qualification

EXPERIENCE
At least 5 relevant and /or similar experience in a similar role, in Automotive Manufacturing or Manufacturing
Technical training, programming , Robotics

TECHNICAL PRE-REQUISITE

Robotic Experience, preferably ABB and Kawasaki
PLC – Intermediate, including programming, fault finding and installation, preferably Mitsubishi and Omron
Electro pneumatics
Project Management

Duties:

Process Analysis – analyse existing process to identify opportunities for automation and improvement
System Design and Development – Design, develop and implement automated systems and processes using various tools and technologies
Testing and Validation – Thoroughly test and validate automation systems and processes using various tools and technologies
Trouble shooting and Maintenance – Troubleshoot and maintain existing automation infrastructure , addressing any issues that arise
Documentation – create and maintain documentation for automation processes, ensuring clear communication and understanding.
Collaboration with cross functional teams to identify automation need and solutions.
Conduct regular system performance assessments make recommendations for optimisation.
Performing cost benefit analysis to justify automation investments.
Generate reports on automation project performance and results
Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards
Integrate automation systems with other systems or analytical tools
Provide maintenance and production technical support
Spare parts control

• ISTQB – Foundation testing certification is a must.
• ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst is preferable.
• Relevant IT degree or diploma required.
• Has training in object-oriented Programming (OOP).
• Has training on ReadyAPI, SOAPUI or Postman.
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in writing custom test apps.
• Experience in analysing complex and technical design diagrams and specifications.
• Experience in using SQL to query databases and using JDBC within API testing.
• Experience in working with Git repositories and branching strategies.
• Experience in Automated test case development, estimation, and maintenance.
• Extensive experience developing test cases and test scenarios from story cards/use cases and/or requirements specifications.
• Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.
• Possess a good understanding of Quality Control and Quality Assurance concepts across the SDLC.
• Understands test metrics and how they are used for decision support.
• Demonstrates cross-functional expertise and is highly adaptive and flexible with the ability to thrive in a highly complex and ever-changing environment.
• Ability to lead and work independently, or function in a team as needed.
• Ability to effectively communicate ideas to team members.
• Willing to work extended hours.

Develop test plan, approach and scope for automation efforts.

Provide test estimate input for projects.

Provide input to continuously improve test methodology.

Establish and implement an approach for managing test data.

Review functional requirements.

Analyse requirements for completeness, correctness and clarity, to drive the testing effort.

Have a clear grasp of capabilities that business wants to establish, to shape scenarios.

Define automation targets and objectives with Team Lead.

Analyse and develop the proper test coverage with the stakeholders.

Trace requirements to test cases to verify test coverage.

Manage own test preparation and execution activities.

Identify and create necessary test data.

Execute scenario-based test cases.

Analyse metrics for quality assessment.

Trace coverage and clearance.

Provide input to standard test metrics and reporting.

Work within the project team and test team to address issues and report status.

Debug the development and execution of test scripts against test targets.

Prioritize defects logged with the development team.

Please submit your CV through PNET if you are interested in applying for this position and one of our consultants will be in contact with you. Should you not receive correspondence from us within two weeks of your application submission, consider your application unsuccessful.

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We’re looking for a Power BI & Data Automation Specialist to join our growing group. You'll play a crucial role in transforming raw data into real-time, actionable insights—helping drive better decisions across sales, stock, finance, and operations.

Overview

We’re looking for a Power BI & Data Automation Specialist to join our growing group. You'll play a crucial role in transforming raw data into real-time, actionable insights—helping drive better decisions across sales, stock, finance, and operations.

- Automate daily data ingestion from FTP, Excel, CSV, and internal systems

- Build dynamic dashboards for sales, stock aging, purchases, gross profit, and performance

- Design strong data models using Power Query and DAX

- Set up automated alerts (e.g., zero-movement stock, sales drops) using Power Automate

- Integrate and schedule data refreshes across pharmacies and wholesale

- Collaborate with finance, operations, and store teams to align data with business needs

- 2+ years experience with Power BI, Power Query, DAX, and Power Automate

- Strong Excel skills and experience working with FTP, data extraction, and SQL or Python (advantageous)

- Experience handling large transactional datasets, ideally in retail, pharmacy, FMCG, or similar

- Problem-solving mindset with a bias for automation and operational efficiency

- Bonus: Familiarity with pharmacy or healthcare data structures

- BCom/BSc in Information Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or similar

- Microsoft PL-300: Power BI Data Analyst Associate (or willing to pursue)

- Exposure to multi-location reporting or dashboards

- Work on mission-critical data systems impacting healthcare retail

- Be part of a nimble, entrepreneurial leadership team that values innovation

- Gain exposure to financial, inventory, operational, and management reporting

- Opportunity to scale BI across multiple business units

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• Job function Engineering and Information Technology

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Department: Operations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Cape Town

Creating and maintaining automated legal precedents used by law firms throughout Canada, the UK and South Africa. These precedents include both statutory court forms, as well as general legal documents and correspondence documents customised on behalf of our clients.

• Document construction, formatting and styling, using MS Word as well as proprietary MS Word-like user interfaces.
• Researching and understanding the environment in which the document will operate.
• Analysing the degree to which the document should be automated.
• Creating the automated document using in-house programing tools involving document logic ("if then/else"), fillpoints/stop-codes and dialogs.
• Testing, trouble shooting, and maintaining the documents developed.

• Must love Documents!
• Analytical, structured, organized, methodical and logical.
• Must have an eye for attention to detail.
• Must have advanced word processing skills in general and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word in particular.
• Quick learner.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage time well.
• Works well under pressure.
• Ability to work accurately at a fast pace and multi-task.
• Good working knowledge of Windows Operating System, MS Office, Internet.

Nice to have:

• Experience with document automation.
• Legal / Law office domain knowledge.
• Skills in MS Office automation (eg. MS Excel).
• IT/IS background.

At Dye & Durham we strive to be visionaries! As a leader in our field, we ensure our employees are ready for the next challenge in their journey with us by offering internal and external training opportunities. We offer competitive salaries and a whole host of benefits including healthcare, pension, company discounts, wellness programs, and paid days off to move house or volunteer for your favourite charity.

Do you share our DNA?

• We ask how tomorrow can be better than today
• We are passionate about solving our customer's challenges
• Our ideas break boundaries
• We value different perspectives and encourage dialogue
• We take ownership and celebrate together

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Job Description

Are you passionate about automation and process efficiency? We are recruiting for a Junior Automation Specialist to join a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to gain hands-on experience in automation tools while contributing to impactful digital solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and implement automated workflows using Microsoft Power Automate
• Maintain and improve systems and internal solutions using SharePoint and SQL
• Identify automation opportunities across departments and translate business needs into technical workflows
• Collaborate within agile teams and participate in sprint planning and retrospectives
• Document processes, workflows and technical specifications for deployed solutions
• Monitor and fine-tune automation flows to ensure optimal performance
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in existing automation processes
• Diploma in IT or a related field (Bachelor’s degree or higher is advantageous)
• 1–2 years’ experience in automation, business process improvement, or systems development
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Power Automate (Microsoft Flow)
• Experience with SharePoint (creation, management, integration)
• Basic to intermediate SQL skills for data queries and manipulation
• Exposure to Agile methodologies (working within sprints)
• Basic understanding of JIRA (advantageous)

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Consulting and Information Technology
• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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Are you passionate about automation and process efficiency? We are recruiting for a Junior Automation Specialist to join a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to gain hands-on experience in automation tools while contributing to impactful digital solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement automated workflows using Microsoft Power Automate

• Maintain and improve systems and internal solutions using SharePoint and SQL

• Identify automation opportunities across departments and translate business needs into technical workflows

• Collaborate within agile teams and participate in sprint planning and retrospectives

• Document processes, workflows and technical specifications for deployed solutions

• Monitor and fine-tune automation flows to ensure optimal performance

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in existing automation processes

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in IT or a related field (Bachelor’s degree or higher is advantageous)

• 1–2 years’ experience in automation, business process improvement, or systems development

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Power Automate (Microsoft Flow)

• Experience with SharePoint (creation, management, integration)

• Basic to intermediate SQL skills for data queries and manipulation

• Exposure to Agile methodologies (working within sprints)

• Basic understanding of JIRA (advantageous)

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Cape Town

Creating and maintaining automated legal precedents used by law firms throughout Canada, the UK and South Africa. These precedents include both statutory court forms, as well as general legal documents and correspondence documents customised on behalf of our clients.

• Document construction, formatting and styling, using MS Word as well as proprietary MS Word-like user interfaces.
• Researching and understanding the environment in which the document will operate.
• Analysing the degree to which the document should be automated.
• Creating the automated document using in-house programing tools involving document logic ("if then/else"), fillpoints/stop-codes and dialogs.
• Testing, trouble shooting, and maintaining the documents developed.

• Must love Documents!
• Analytical, structured, organized, methodical and logical.
• Must have an eye for attention to detail.
• Must have advanced word processing skills in general and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word in particular.
• Quick learner.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage time well.
• Works well under pressure.
• Ability to work accurately at a fast pace and multi-task.
• Good working knowledge of Windows Operating System, MS Office, Internet.

Nice to have:

• Experience with document automation.
• Legal / Law office domain knowledge.
• Skills in MS Office automation (eg. MS Excel).
• IT/IS background.

At Dye & Durham we strive to be visionaries! As a leader in our field, we ensure our employees are ready for the next challenge in their journey with us by offering internal and external training opportunities. We offer competitive salaries and a whole host of benefits including healthcare, pension, company discounts, wellness programs, and paid days off to move house or volunteer for your favourite charity.

Do you share our DNA?

• We ask how tomorrow can be better than today
• We are passionate about solving our customer's challenges
• Our ideas break boundaries
• We value different perspectives and encourage dialogue
• We take ownership and celebrate together

The Marketing Automation Specialist contributes to the organizational goals by ensuring the effective planning and execution of the Enterprise’s Customer Marketing Strategy and against set objectives, targets and budgets, with a clear focus on maximizing customer value through engagement. This includes all Customer Relationship Marketing journey communication, marketing tactical campaigns, upsell and cross-sell campaigns, across the STI brands and 1Life brands on all channels with the purpose to create customer loyalty and advocacy, increase retentions, increase share of wallet and longer survival rate for higher customer Lifetime Value (LTV).

Job responsibilities/Key performance areas:

• Marketing Automation system specialist that creates and executes customer campaigns to drive customer retention, loyalty and lifetime value.
• Set up journeys and workflows on the marketing automation platform such as lead nurturing, welcome and onboarding sequences, re-engagement, upsell and cross-sell, boost customer engagement and the overall customer experience through tactical campaigns, and improve retention through retention workflows.
• Manage and execution of multiple customer engagement journeys and marketing campaigns across all channels on the Marketing Automation Platform.
• Work with multiple stakeholders for the strategic planning, development and timely execution of integrated, top to bottom of the funnel marketing campaigns to build brand awareness, drive acquisition, retention and customer lifetime value.
• Partner closely with internal teams, including: Customer Relationship Marketing, Direct Marketing, Digital Marketing, Data Science and Analytics and Business Intelligence for campaign continuity.
• Ensure consistency across campaigns in strategy, creative assets and design, messaging.
• Run A/B tests on campaigns and landing pages to optimise performance.
• Track campaign and program results and report metrics, and tweak workflows accordingly.
• Ensure compliance while executing email marketing campaigns and data.
• Provide analysis to monitor performance of digital marketing campaigns.
• Provide technical guidance when required on how to plan, organize, prioritize and oversee activities to efficiently meet business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Marketing Management or Customer Relationship Management.
• Diploma or equivalent on Marketing Automation strategy and implementation.

Essential:

• A minimum of three to five years’ hands-on marketing automation campaign management experience.
• Previous role experience working with any marketing automation platform, e.g. SAS 360, Adobe or Salesforce. Specialist credential required.
• Digital design experience and or understanding of HTML coding.

Skills and Competencies

You should apply if you:

• Have experience working in SAS CI 360 marketing automation, or any other marketing automation system including Hubspot, Klaviyo, etc.
• Are able to see the big picture – and manage multiple campaigns simultaneously with exceptional attention to detail from ideation to execution.
• Have experience managing internal and external client/vendor relationships.
• Are able to flex between working autonomously and as a team member.
• Have excellent written, verbal, and time management skills.
• Master of MS Office Suite and Google Suite and any Marketing Automation tool and or Email Service Platform.
• Have strong analytical skills and business acumen.
• Have worked with data especially in a customer data role.
• Have proven expertise in digital marketing practices.
• Have good planning, decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Be proactive, strong, quick and detail-oriented execution skills.
• Are highly energetic, confident, optimistic and creative.
• Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
• Have the ability to laugh during stressful situations.

R700,000 - R840,000 - Monthly

The Marketing Automation Specialist contributes to the organizational goals by ensuring the effective planning and execution of the Enterprise’s Customer Marketing Strategy and against set objectives, targets, and budgets, with a clear focus on maximizing customer value through engagement. This includes all Customer Relationship Marketing journey communication, marketing tactical campaigns, upsell and cross-sell campaigns, across the STI brands and 1Life brands on all channels with the purpose to create customer loyalty and advocacy, increase retentions, increase share of wallet and longer survival rate for higher customer Lifetime Value (LTV).

Job responsibilities/Key performance areas:

• Marketing Automation system specialist that creates and executes customer campaigns to drive customer retention, loyalty, and lifetime value.
• Set up journeys and workflows on the marketing automation platform such as lead nurturing, welcome and onboarding sequences, re-engagement, upsell and cross-sell, boost customer engagement and the overall customer experience through tactical campaigns, and improve retention through retention workflows.
• Manage and execution of multiple customer engagement journeys and marketing campaigns across all channels on the Marketing Automation Platform.
• Work with multiple stakeholders for the strategic planning, development, and timely execution of integrated, top to bottom of the funnel marketing campaigns to build brand awareness, drive acquisition, retention, and customer lifetime value.
• Partner closely with internal teams, including: Customer Relationship Marketing, Direct Marketing, Digital Marketing, Data Science and Analytics, and Business Intelligence for campaign continuity.
• Ensure consistency across campaigns in strategy, creative assets and design, messaging.
• Run A/B tests on campaigns and landing pages to optimise performance.
• Track campaign and program results and report metrics, and tweak workflows accordingly.
• Ensure compliance while executing email marketing campaigns and data.
• Provide analysis to monitor performance of digital marketing campaigns.
• Provide technical guidance when required on how to plan, organize, prioritize and oversee activities to efficiently meet business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Marketing Management or Customer Relationship Management.
• Diploma or equivalent on Marketing Automation strategy and implementation.

Essential:

• A minimum of three to five years’ hands-on marketing automation campaign management experience.
• Previous role experience working with any marketing automation platform, e.g. SAS 360, Adobe or Salesforce. Specialist credential required.
• Digital design experience and or understanding of HTML coding.

Skills and Competencies

You should apply if you:

• Have experience working in SAS CI 360 marketing automation, or any other marketing automation system including Hubspot, Klaviyo, etc.
• Are able to see the big picture – and manage multiple campaigns simultaneously with exceptional attention to detail from ideation to execution.
• Have experience managing internal and external client/vendor relationships.
• Are able to flex between working autonomously and as a team member.
• Have excellent written, verbal, and time management skills.
• Master of MS Office Suite and Google Suite and any Marketing Automation tool and or Email Service Platform.
• Have knowledge of financial services valuable but not required.
• Have strong analytical skills and business acumen.
• Have worked with data especially in a customer data role.
• Have proven expertise in digital marketing practices.
• Have good planning, decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Be proactive, strong, quick and detail-oriented execution skills.
• Are highly energetic, confident, optimistic and creative.
• Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
• Have the ability to laugh during stressful situations.

R700,000 - R840,000 - Monthly