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SUMMARY:

Our client, based in

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT005513/AT

Date posted:

Friday, June 27, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Our client, based in Randburg , is looking for a Product Manager , with specific product knowledge on Batteries to join their team.

Role Overview:

Manage and market a product group within the range of the company's products, communicating with existing customers, gathering market intelligence, and benchmarking against our competition to know what to offer and in what quantities. Then support colleagues and customers with these products to ensure targets are obtained. Products include all backup power electrical equipment and accessories or associated products around back-up power applications.

POSITION INFO:

Requirements

• Matric is essential.
• B-Tech or National diploma in electrical/mechanical engineering or similar qualification relevant to products and applications required to sell.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport.
• Must be willing to travel and have a valid passport.
• Technical knowledge of back-up power equipment and systems, control & maintenance, and the application thereof.
• Good understanding of the market and root to customers.
• Good knowledge of all relevant IEC standards.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft packages especially that of excel.
• This job will from time to time require entertainment from customers outside of business hours and it is expected that all sales and sales support people will be involved in these activities.
  
  

• Identify the right products that we should be providing for the local market and decide whether we should look at keeping local stock in what quantities.
• Once stock levels have been selected, ensure stock levels are correct in stores for the above.
• Help identify markets, customers and applications that salespeople should focus on aligning with the company overall strategy, communicate this to the sales team.
• Provide sales type training for internal and external customers, via the supplier and by self, and maintain a database with all this training for new and existing sales team to refer to at any time.
• Support salespeople with/on shows, demos and presentations for responsible products. Look at cut-through samples for the training centre and working demos that can be used for shows and training and customer factory visits.
• Keep up to date with competition activities, products, pricing, market demands and communicate this to both the company sales team and suppliers.
• Maintain relations with suppliers of responsible products and accessories for pricing, special pricing on projects or large orders, marketing materials, presentations, software, apps, technical documents, demos, technical support, training materials and warrantee issues and claims.
• Create a database folder with only the latest documents in to ensure no older data can be used by anyone in the company, then communicate changes as and when they happen via e-mail and weekly sales meeting to keep all in the loop. Older files must be deleted when replaced with newer files!
• Facilitate resolving product issues with suppliers as and when required and then communicate learning with the rest of the team once issues have been resolved. Goes hand in hand with Warrantee claims and management. All these issues should be reported in the company to the Product Manager and the Product Manager should keep a database for ISO9001 and pick up trends in product failure.
• Arrange product launches with suppliers, marketing and the sales team / customers. This could also be for relaunching new markets we may want to give a big push to or that our supplier may be interested in.
• Assist customers with technical issues when field service people are not present, but telephonically, on site as a last resort or to collect data to better understand and communicate problems back to suppliers.
• Prepare support tools and check lists for the sales team to assist them with sizing and selecting the right equipment for their customers’ applications, then train the team on the location and use of these tools.
• Assist the sales team with technical specifications in quotes and tenders to ensure the solution we put forward meets the technical requirements and application needs. This includes helping the salespeople look at all the options for the applications and understand the advantages and disadvantages so the sales team can put a strong value proposal forward.
• Attend the weekly sales meeting to communicate above to the sales team, listen to the opportunities and challenges salespeople are having or may be busy with where the product manager can offer support and advice to help secure the opportunity, and then share this info with the supply and pull the supplier in where needed to improve the company's chances.
• Have a monthly meeting with the service manager looking after relevant product ranges to ensure we are up to date with any product issues and problems even if the product manager is not directly involved with the resolution. These issues should be recorded in the warrantee database, claimed or not, and then communicated to the supplier in the monthly meeting as part of the agenda.
• Have a monthly meeting with the supplier to communicate all the relevant above and keep record via minutes of these meetings for IS90001.
• Get our products and company specified at all the relevant consultants directly or via the sales team.
• Take accountability of the company target for the products you look after through direct sales done and created on your own and through the sales team.
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Product Management and Marketing
• Industries Advertising Services

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• Matric is essential.
• B-Tech or National diploma in electrical/mechanical engineering or similar qualification relevant to products and applications required to sell.
• Valid drivers license and own transport.
• Must be willing to travel and have a valid passport.
• Technical knowledge of back-up power equipment and systems, control & maintenance, and the application thereof.
• Good understanding of the market and root to customers.
• Good knowledge of all relevant IEC standards.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft packages especially that of excel.
• This job will from time to time require entertainment from customers outside of business hours and it is expected that all sales and sales support people will be involved in these activities.

• Identify the right products that we should be providing for the local market and decide whether we should look at keeping local stock in what quantities.
• Once stock levels have been selected, ensure stock levels are correct in stores for the above.
• Help identify markets, customers and applications that salespeople should focus on aligning with the company overall strategy, communicate this to the sales team.
• Provide sales type training for internal and external customers, via the supplier and by self, and maintain a database with all this training for new and existing sales team to refer to at any time.
• Support salespeople with/on shows, demos and presentations for responsible products. Look at cut-through samples for the training centre and working demos that can be used for shows and training and customer factory visits.
• Keep up to date with competition activities, products, pricing, market demands and communicate this to both the company sales team and suppliers.
• Maintain relations with suppliers of responsible products and accessories for pricing, special pricing on projects or large orders, marketing materials, presentations, software, apps, technical documents, demos, technical support, training materials and warrantee issues and claims.
• Create a database folder with only the latest documents in to ensure no older data can be used by anyone in the company, then communicate changes as and when they happen via e-mail and weekly sales meeting to keep all in the loop. Older files must be deleted when replaced with newer files!
• Facilitate resolving product issues with suppliers as and when required and then communicate learning with the rest of the team once issues have been resolved. Goes hand in hand with Warrantee claims and management. All these issues should be reported in the company to the Product Manager and the Product Manager should keep a database for ISO9001 and pick up trends in product failure.
• Arrange product launches with suppliers, marketing and the sales team / customers. This could also be for relaunching new markets we may want to give a big push to or that our supplier may be interested in.
• Assist customers with technical issues when field service people are not present, but telephonically, on site as a last resort or to collect data to better understand and communicate problems back to suppliers.
• Prepare support tools and check lists for the sales team to assist them with sizing and selecting the right equipment for their customers applications, then train the team on the location and use of these tools.
• Assist the sales team with technical specifications in quotes and tenders to ensure the solution we put forward meets the technical requirements and application needs. This includes helping the salespeople look at all the options for the applications and understand the advantages and disadvantages so the sales team can put a strong value proposal forward.
• Attend the weekly sales meeting to communicate above to the sales team, listen to the opportunities and challenges salespeople are having or may be busy with where the product manager can offer support and advice to help secure the opportunity, and then share this info with the supply and pull the supplier in where needed to improve the company's chances.
• Have a monthly meeting with the service manager looking after relevant product ranges to ensure we are up to date with any product issues and problems even if the product manager is not directly involved with the resolution. These issues should be recorded in the warrantee database, claimed or not, and then communicated to the supplier in the monthly meeting as part of the agenda.
• Have a monthly meeting with the supplier to communicate all the relevant above and keep record via minutes of these meetings for IS90001.
• Get our products and company specified at all the relevant consultants directly or via the sales team.
• Take accountability of the company target for the products you look after through direct sales done and created on your own and through the sales team.

• Matric is essential.
• B-Tech or National diploma in electrical/mechanical engineering or similar qualification relevant to products and applications required to sell.
• Valid drivers license and own transport.
• Must be willing to travel and have a valid passport.
• Technical knowledge of back-up power equipment and systems, control & maintenance, and the application thereof.
• Good understanding of the market and root to customers.
• Good knowledge of all relevant IEC standards.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft packages especially that of excel.
• This job will from time to time require entertainment from customers outside of business hours and it is expected that all sales and sales support people will be involved in these activities.

• Identify the right products that we should be providing for the local market and decide whether we should look at keeping local stock in what quantities.
• Once stock levels have been selected, ensure stock levels are correct in stores for the above.
• Help identify markets, customers and applications that salespeople should focus on aligning with the company overall strategy, communicate this to the sales team.
• Provide sales type training for internal and external customers, via the supplier and by self, and maintain a database with all this training for new and existing sales team to refer to at any time.
• Support salespeople with/on shows, demos and presentations for responsible products. Look at cut-through samples for the training centre and working demos that can be used for shows and training and customer factory visits.
• Keep up to date with competition activities, products, pricing, market demands and communicate this to both the company sales team and suppliers.
• Maintain relations with suppliers of responsible products and accessories for pricing, special pricing on projects or large orders, marketing materials, presentations, software, apps, technical documents, demos, technical support, training materials and warrantee issues and claims.
• Create a database folder with only the latest documents in to ensure no older data can be used by anyone in the company, then communicate changes as and when they happen via e-mail and weekly sales meeting to keep all in the loop. Older files must be deleted when replaced with newer files!
• Facilitate resolving product issues with suppliers as and when required and then communicate learning with the rest of the team once issues have been resolved. Goes hand in hand with Warrantee claims and management. All these issues should be reported in the company to the Product Manager and the Product Manager should keep a database for ISO9001 and pick up trends in product failure.
• Arrange product launches with suppliers, marketing and the sales team / customers. This could also be for relaunching new markets we may want to give a big push to or that our supplier may be interested in.
• Assist customers with technical issues when field service people are not present, but telephonically, on site as a last resort or to collect data to better understand and communicate problems back to suppliers.
• Prepare support tools and check lists for the sales team to assist them with sizing and selecting the right equipment for their customers applications, then train the team on the location and use of these tools.
• Assist the sales team with technical specifications in quotes and tenders to ensure the solution we put forward meets the technical requirements and application needs. This includes helping the salespeople look at all the options for the applications and understand the advantages and disadvantages so the sales team can put a strong value proposal forward.
• Attend the weekly sales meeting to communicate above to the sales team, listen to the opportunities and challenges salespeople are having or may be busy with where the product manager can offer support and advice to help secure the opportunity, and then share this info with the supply and pull the supplier in where needed to improve the company's chances.
• Have a monthly meeting with the service manager looking after relevant product ranges to ensure we are up to date with any product issues and problems even if the product manager is not directly involved with the resolution. These issues should be recorded in the warrantee database, claimed or not, and then communicated to the supplier in the monthly meeting as part of the agenda.
• Have a monthly meeting with the supplier to communicate all the relevant above and keep record via minutes of these meetings for IS90001.
• Get our products and company specified at all the relevant consultants directly or via the sales team.
• Take accountability of the company target for the products you look after through direct sales done and created on your own and through the sales team.

Hire Resolve has a client, which helps businesses reach their energy goals and is looking for Solar PV Construction Managers for both their Johannesburg and Cape Town branches.

Responsibilities:

1. Adhere and maintain project Health and Safety site requirements
2. Assess, accept, and give feedback on project engineering designs
3. Assist in design of solar PV energy systems
4. Assist with physical installation/construction works where required
5. Assist with any operations and maintenance issues on all sites under SLA with NSE
6. Development of department tools and documents
7. Ensure all ISO9001 and ISO45001 compliances are met during construction
8. Ensure codes and compliances of various installation sectors are met
9. Feedback project learnings to the Engineering Department ensuring continual improvement
10. Assist in handover of system to O&M department as per handover procedure

Requirements:

1. A minimum of an electrical qualification
2. Wireman’s license would be an advantage
3. 3+ years’ experience in the solar industry (commercial)
4. PV Construction installation experience > 300 kWp

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to (emailprotected) .

Alternatively, you are welcome to contact Courtney on .

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We are looking for a proactive and skilled Site Manager to oversee the full site operations on commercial construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective planning, coordination, and execution of works on site ensuring that construction activities are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality and safety standards.

This role is best suited to a strong leader with extensive site management experience in commercial projects , including office buildings, retail spaces, renovations, and multi-use facilities.

• Manage all site operations, including daily site activities, subcontractors, and labour teams

• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with construction drawings, specifications, and timelines

• Monitor construction progress and maintain detailed site records and reports

• Enforce health, safety, and environmental regulations on site

• Coordinate materials, deliveries, and equipment usage efficiently

• Lead site meetings and communicate effectively with the project team, consultants, and client representatives

• Conduct site inspections and quality checks to ensure work meets standards

• Resolve site-related issues quickly to avoid delays

• Ensure compliance with company policies, construction regulations, and contract conditions

• 5+ years of experience as a Site Manager in commercial construction

• Proven track record managing large-scale commercial building projects

• Relevant qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Building Science

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, contracts, and health & safety legislation

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

• Excellent organisational, leadership, and decision-making skills

• Computer literate (MS Word, Excel, and site reporting tools)

• Valid drivers license and own transport

• Registration with SACPCMP or similar professional body

• Experience with both new builds and renovation/fit-out projects

• Familiarity with JBCC/FIDIC contracts and quality control systems

• Strong stakeholder management experience

A vacancy exists for 2 x Pre-owned Sales Managers at our Automotive Dealership clients in Johannesburg.

To carry out sales within the department as a "Selling Sales Manager".

• The main purpose of this position is to run a well-organized and profitable used car department.

• Success will be measured by:

• Professional, knowledgeable, and competent staff.
• Timely service meeting or exceeding client expectations.
• Effective follow-up systems and processes.
• Profitable business, i.e., meeting targets within budget.
• Harmonious relationships between departments.

• Directly responsible to: Dealer Principal.

• Responsible for: Sales Staff, Drivers, and Cleaners.

• Relationships with: Other company managers, Service Manager, Sales Managers, Financial Manager, Parts Manager, Manufacturer, Suppliers.

• Operational: Authority to order vehicles or purchase/trade-in vehicles within agreed targets and forecasts.

• Authority to proceed with credit sales applications and determine discounts within limits.

• Conduct sales meetings, ensuring relevant information is available for decision-making, providing feedback on performance and targets, and discussing CSI results and actions.
• Control all costs as per budget.
• Manage debtors by achieving set turnaround times.
• Prepare financial, productivity, and sales reports accurately and timely.
• Manage business activities proactively, understanding all departmental issues and solving problems as needed.
• Attract, develop, and retain competent employees, addressing staff issues proactively.
• Ensure facilities operate in compliance with risk management standards through physical checks.
• Ensure sales executives are competent and receive necessary training.
• Create marketing awareness utilizing customer feedback, direct sales, CSI summaries, and aligning with manufacturer marketing strategies.
• Manage lost leads effectively.

• Management and marketing skills, knowledge, and experience.

• Ability to manage and lead a department with organized systems.

• Up-to-date knowledge of vehicle legislation and trade practices.

• Ability to motivate a sales team to achieve objectives.

Please email your CV to

The Operations Manager ensures the seamless execution of operational processes and service delivery, both internally and externally. This role encompasses overseeing project implementation, resource management, and the maintenance of service standards. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Operations Manager plays a critical role in aligning operational strategies with overall objectives and fostering organisational efficiency.

Minimum Desired Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operational Management, or a related field
• ITIL Qualification
• Project Management Qualification
• Master’s Degree (Preferred)

Minimum Desired Experience :

• Proven 8+ years’ experience in operations management within the ICT sector
• Demonstrated leadership in managing multi-disciplinary teams and complex projects
• Experience in service delivery, resource optimisation, and vendor relationships

Minimum Desired Competencies :

• Comprehensive knowledge of ICT infrastructure, storage solutions, client solution, and cloud services
• Strong understanding of Dell, HP, Huawei, VMware, and Veeam operational requirements
• Exceptional project management and resource allocation skills
• Knowledge of government tender processes and compliance standards

Responsibilities and Accountability :

Leadership and Strategic Alignment :

• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with overall goals
• Serve as the primary point of accountability for operational performance
• Collaborate with the CEO to set and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs)

Service Delivery :

• Oversee project execution, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction
• Maintain high standards of service delivery through robust quality assurance processes
• Optimise processes to enhance operational efficiency

Resource and Team Management :

• Manage and allocate resources effectively to meet project and client requirements
• Lead, mentor, and develop operational staff, promoting a high-performance culture
• Conduct regular performance evaluations aligned with organisational policies

Client and Vendor Relationship :

• Build and maintain strong vendor partnerships to ensure access to cutting-edge technology
• Act as the escalation point for client issues, ensuring resolution and satisfaction
• Represent the organisation in operational negotiations and strategic vendor engagements
• Ensure adherence to industry regulations, government tender requirements, and company policies
• Identify and mitigate operational and project risks to safeguard organisational integrity

Reporting :

• Prepare monthly and quarterly operational performance reports for the CEO
• Track key metrics, such as project timelines, service quality, and resource utilisation
• Provide insights on operational trends and areas for improvement

Training :

OEM Certification Requirements :

• Ensure that team members complete all mandatory Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and OSM certifications
• Regularly update knowledge on product portfolios and services through vendor training program
• Collaborate with vendors to identify training opportunities for new and emerging technologies

Internal Training :

• Facilitate training on internal processes, compliance standards, and organisational strategies
• Ensure team proficiency in using tools and other platforms to support the environment

Budgeting :

• Develop and manage the annual operations budget, ensuring alignment with organisational goals
• Monitor operational expenditures to ensure budget compliance
• Collaborate with the finance team to prepare accurate forecasts and cost analyses

Accountability :

• Directly accountable to the CEO for operational, project outcomes, and strategic initiatives4Ensure compliance with standards and achievement of operational and project KPIs

Job Title: Operations Manager
Division: Weir Minerals
Location: Alrode
Onsite

Purpose of Role: To lead and manage all production operations across the Pump assembly, Polyurethane manufacturing, and Paint Plant, ensuring optimal performance in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement. The incumbent will drive operational excellence, develop high-performing teams, and ensure alignment with strategic business goals.

Why choose Weir:

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong : Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Management & Operational Excellence : Lead and oversee daily production operations to meet output, quality, and delivery targets. Manage production planning, shift coordination, resource allocation, and operational budgets including labor, overtime, raw materials, and consumables. Direct performance through the Production team, ensuring accountability and alignment with policy deployment.
• Safety, Compliance & Continuous Improvement: Implement and monitor safety, health, and environmental policies with zero tolerance for non-compliance. Ensure full compliance with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Drive the adoption of lean principles and foster a continuous improvement culture through effective management controls and employee training.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead training, and development of production and assembly teams. Cultivate a high-performance culture built on teamwork, accountability, and aligned values. Promote ongoing development of staff and support the organizational culture across internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and partners.
• Performance Tracking & Cross-functional Collaboration: Monitor and improve key performance indicators such as recovery rates, defect rates, rework, and scrap reduction. Attain quality improvement targets and support cross-functional collaboration on new and existing projects to ensure timely and successful execution.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering.
• 8–10 years of experience within a manufacturing environment, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership position. Experience in pump assembly, polyurethane processing, or industrial painting is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficient in production planning tools, ERP systems, and the Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of mechanical systems, chemical processes, and industrial coatings.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page .

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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