9 Group Leader jobs in South Africa

Industry: Scientific, Research & Development

Job category: Others: RandD, Science and Scientific Research

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

An exciting career opportunity exists at Mintek for a Scientist. The successful incumbent will execute research projects (write proposals, execute research plans, promote innovation). Lead team of scientist in various research project to generate and disseminate knowledge. All suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS :

Management and execution of research projects.

• Propose and/or contribute to the strategic investment plan and implement, Contract Research and Development and other grant-funded projects (NRF, TIA, Government departments; international e.g. Horizon 2020).
• Develop written research projects proposal based on the needs of clients or specific new project ideas for innovation.
• Conduct scientific research as per scope to achieve objectives.
• Compile monthly project report progress.
• Monitor & evaluate project milestones against billing in long-running projects (annual and multiple years).
• Manage all resources involved in a project, namely budget, people and equipment.
• Ensure the completion of projects and tasks on time.
• Compile reports of investigations in the division.
• Attend scientific workshops and conference to present research work.
• Write conference papers and journal manuscripts.
• Initiate, maintain and strengthen the new and existing local and international collaboration.
  

• Conceptualization of research, coordinating research outputs and reports.
• Produce high quality reports, papers, book chapters and presentations.
• Supervise and co-supervise the postgraduate students and staff, MSc and PhD.
• Initiate funding for research running cost i.e. external funding (NRF, Industry etc.) and internal funds (Science vote).
• Improve quality and efficiency of processes with the interaction of stakeholders.

• Actively participate in group proficiency testing schemes to ensure that desired results are obtained.
• Participate in troubleshooting animalities and provide solutions to scientific challenges.
• Participate in the CRM production activities when required.
• Assist in compiling data for CRM production.

• Actively participates in SHEQ duties and attends all relevant meetings.
• Practices Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) by ensuring that all work areas, balance rooms and the general laboratory are kept clean.
• Strives to meet the objectives of the group by observing the quality, safety and environmental standards set out by the division.
• Works systematically and in compliance with the group’s standard operating procedures and methods to achieve accurate assays within acceptable time frames.

Our client is looking for a Group Leader - Civil Engineer for their team in Secunda, Mpumalanga.

The Civil Engineering Group Leader will be responsible for establishing, building, and growing a civil engineering team that will perform civil engineering design to support the projects performed by the company. The team will also perform quality assurance on civil engineering designs performed by external companies and provide procurement and construction support during project execution. The work procedures for the group will be developed in accordance with ISO 9000 and in line with the culture and procedures already developed for the existing disciplines. The responsibility also includes the development of business from clients where our client has engaged previously as well as potential new clients. The business unit is seen as a stand-alone profit center with full accountability for the success and growth of civil engineering across all branches.

The group leader will be responsible for quantifying the requirements and establishing term contracts with key clients. The group leader will oversee the productivity of the group in terms of finances, contract management, technical integrity, schedule, and customer service. The Group Leader will lead by example and ensure his contribution to the group is not only a financial asset but also carries the respect of his members. He will handle each situation in a calm and collected way without prejudice. The position is office-based in Secunda.

Requirements:

• Minimum of B Eng/BSc Eng degree in Civil Engineering with a minimum of eight years’ relevant experience.
• Registration with ECSA as Professional Engineer (in good standing).
• Experience in detail engineering on multidisciplinary EPC/EPCM projects.
• Experience in detail design and engineering of civil structures and foundations in the petrochemical industry and alike, with hands-on experience or proper exposure to the manufacturing of own designs. Candidates should demonstrate their abilities by means of examples.
• Self-driven with the ability to share by means of examples.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, able to manage the financial wellbeing and morale of the business unit, attend to isolated matters pertaining to individuals, whether work-related or personal, manage tools and resources, and optimize the value added to the business.
• Good interpersonal relations with the ability to market our services.
• An affinity for sharing knowledge and the development of young employees.
• Dynamic in following economic and business trends.
• Organized and self-disciplined.
• Valid driver’s license with own transport.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Alyssa Marson, Tameaka Futcher, Chandre Cordier, Henker Harmse, or Elma Pelser at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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RESEARCH GROUP LEADER : DISTRIBUTED LEDGER TECHNOLOGY (DLT)

Lead a research group in Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) and blockchain, driving innovation, and strategic growth. Provide technical and strategic leadership, manage teams, and develop business partnerships.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Lead research in DLT and blockchain

Develop and implement research strategies

Manage teams and provide technical leadership

Drive business growth and strategic partnerships

Develop and manage budgets

REQUIREMENTS :

Masters degree in computer science / engineering, IT, or related field

5+ years of experience in DLT / blockchain research

Proven track record in project management and leadership

Excellent communication and business development skills

Seasoned hands-on leader wanted to steer groupwide health, safety, and quality frameworks across diverse regions. Must bring a strong qualification in safety, environment, or quality, several key industry certifications, and senior-level experience managing complex operations. If you thrive on driving high standards in compliance and risk management for multinational teams, this impactful, travel-rich leadership role awaits you.

Please note that if you do not receive a response within one week of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.

Cotlands is a registered non-profit organisation (NPO) committed to creating access to quality play-based early learning experiences through toy libraries and early learning playgroups and training programmes. Join the passionate team at this leading NGO, with a strong national footprint. The organisation is well established and has been in operation for more than 86 years.

This position is suitable for a person who resonates with the Cotlands values of play, responsibility, excellence, impact, possibilities and responsiveness.

The role of the Team leader: Early learning play groups requires the individual to provide guidance, instruction, direction and leadership to the team for the purpose of achieving the strategic goals.

1. Leadership

   1.1   Set performance objectives

   p>1.1.1    Brief team
   < >1.1.2    Monitor and measure individual performance
   < >1.1.3    Plan and allocate work
   < >1.1.4    Discipline team members
   < >1.2   Establish a working team
   p>1.2.1    Identify and assign roles and responsibilities
   < >1.2.2    Orientate and induct new team members
   < >1.2.3    Coaching team members
   < >1.2.4    Train team members
   < >1.2.5    Lead the team
   < >1.2.6    Motivate and build the team
   < >1.2.7    Communicate and negotiate
   < >1.2.8    Manage and resolve conflict
   < >1.2.9    Develop a self-managing team that are equipped and empowered problem solve and self-regulate
   /li>
2. Self-management

   2.1   Communication

   p>2.2   Demonstrate sound financial judgment
   p>2.3   Utilise time efficiently and effectively
   p>2.4   Manage and cope with stress
   p>2.5   Take responsibility for own development and career growth

3. Resource management

   3.1   Interview and select team members

   p>3.2   Assist with budget plan and management
   p>3.3   Identify cost structures
   p>3.4   Conduct and comply with health and safety procedures
   p>3.5   Establish collaborative network and database of organisations within the region

4. Quality management

   4.1   Conduct meetings

   p>4.2   Solve problems
   p>4.3   Make decisions
   p>4.4   Conduct presentations and public speaking
   p>4.5   Prepare reports
   p>4.6   Meet client/donor needs
   p>4.7   Set clear working objectives
   p>4.8   Manage projects and workload
   p>4.9   Plan and allocate work
   p>4.10    Monitor compliance
   /li>

Provide input and feedback to the national team for quality improvement and service delivery to ALL stakeholders.

NATURE AND SCOPE

Knowledge and experience required

• Relevant degree/qualification (minimum ECD L5)
• Appropriate experience and knowledge
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office package
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

Competencies

1. Ability to manage employees
2. Maintain strong ethics
3. Create a sense of connection and belonging
4. Nurture growth
5. Mentor and coach employees

By applying for the above mentioned position, applicants consent to Cotlands to conduct qualification, ID, Criminal and Reference checks on them which form part of its recruitment process.   
Closing date for applications: 14 April 2024 by close of business.
 
NB. Applicants who have not heard from Cotlands one month after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful and, any future correspondence from Cotlands thereof will be limited to shortlisted applicants only.