29 Manufacturing Lead jobs in South Africa
Sector Lead: Manufacturing, Agro-Industries
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- To lead the identification and development of projects through the Project Development Life
- Cycle to achieve IDC's strategic objectives and contribute to industry development goals.
- To provide industry knowledge and sector-specific insights with the objective to position IDC as a "thought-leader" within industry development and to identify areas of opportunities within the value chain.
- To drive collaborative, proactive planning with other business units/divisions to build industry road maps and identify development and execution priorities.
- To develop high impact projects that support industry strategies including project identification, scoping, and development to bankable feasibility.
- To co-ordinate and oversee all project activities within the relevant sectors.
- To closely collaborate with the Industry Planning and Strategic Business Units to ensure identification of adjacent opportunities and guide policy on sectoral development.
- In collaboration with Head and other Sector Leads, to build proper project governance and oversight.
- In collaboration with Head and other Sector Leads, to build deep project development skills and capabilities across the Unit.
- Provide strategic leadership and management to a team to ensure high performance.
- Provide leadership and drive culture transformation in a manner that fosters a culture
- consistent with the Corporation's values (passion, professionalism and partnership).
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Main Responsibilities
- Financial / Shareholder Returns
- Ensure that all projects are developed and structured in a way that facilitates inclusive development and maximizes developmental impact.
- Deliver on initiatives that enhance the competitiveness of priority sectors.
- Achieve high success rate on project development.
- Crowd-in risk capital to projects.
Internal / Operational Processes
- Lead the IDC's participation in specific projects during the various phases of project development
- (idea generation, project scoping, pre-feasibility study, bankable feasibility study.
- Lead the evaluation of projects at every decision gate of the project development life cycle up to bankability.
- Formulation of industry development strategies and associated action plans aligned to industry development and strategic development goals.
- Identify opportunities and constraints for industry development.
- Participate in effective long-term industry planning, alignment and co-ordination with Heads of Strategic Business Units.
- Build proper project governance and oversight.
- Proactive identification of project opportunities to build the pipeline.
- Scoping/assessment of externally generated project opportunities.
- Ensure alignment of projects to strategic objectives.
- Lead effective project-specific risk management through all the phases of project development up to bankability. Development and implementation of strategies or action plans to drive the Unit's strategic objectives.
- Quality control of projects during development phases.
- Contribute to strategy development for the Unit to maximize development impact.
- Lead the preparation and presentation of reports to relevant internal committees for decision making during the project development phases.
- Contribute to the improvement of competence and knowledge of project ideation / origination
- / Initiation and development.
- Lead and develop the definition and measurement of success metrics
- to objectively quantify project success. Report on progress against agreed plans.
- Lead and guide project steering committees.
- Assist with internal budget preparation and other administrative tasks from time to time.
Customer Focus & Stakeholder Management
- Build influential and sustainable relationships with strategic partners to assist IDC in achieving its strategic objectives.
- Establish and maintain effective networks and build IDC brand awareness.
- IDC representation on boards / steering committees.
- Effectively interact with Strategic Business Units and Departments to fulfil the process requirement related to any specific project.
Learning, Leadership & People Growth
- Remain abreast of best practice project planning and development and implementation principles.
- Provide strategic leadership and management to maximize effectiveness and drive high performance and delivery.
- Ensure the effective management of the team, including employee motivation and development.
Qualification and Experience
Formal qualifications
- Minimum qualification: relevant commercial or technical Honours' Degree or equivalent qualification.
- MBA or a master's degree would be an advantage.
Knowledge & Experience
- 10-12 years related experience, of which 8 years should be in project development.
- At least 5 years of experience at a leadership level and management of teams.
- Active experience in early-stage project development and understanding of project life cycle.
- Sound knowledge of key project development risk drivers.
- Previous project planning and development experience dealing with multiple partners/funders.
- Deep mining, metals, infrastructure and energy knowledge or related sectors.
- Extensive knowledge of environmental and government regulatory requirements in projects
- g. EIA, water license applications.
- Detailed understanding and application of corporate management and structuring processes.
- Knowledge of legislation issues surrounding project joint development agreements (contract management and dispute resolution).
- Project leadership (complex projects)
- Experience in peer review
- Experience in interpretation of financial statements
- Experience in financial modelling
- Knowledge of the market environment and technology landscape
- Knowledge of financing instruments
- Understand models of proposed financial structures
- Competence in coaching and mentoring of team members
- Experience in engaging, managing and negotiating with relevant specialist bodies, government institutions, industry associations etc.
- Experience working in a high-level collaborative environment
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities while building effective relationships
- Extremely organized and persistent, with drive and determination to achieve goals.
- Experienced in attracting project development partners and negotiating term sheets / joint development agreements.
Roles and Responsibilities
Technical/Functional Competencies
- Project planning and development skills
- Financial acumen
- Risk management skills
- Consultant management skills
- Report writing skills
- Sector-specific technical knowledge
- Ability to analyse and process complex sets of information
Behavioural Competencies
- Team player
- Presentation and communication skills
- Proactive mindset
- Negotiation skills
- Relationship building and networking skills
- Persuading and influencing skills
- Good emotional control
- Empathy
- Ability to operate within a stressful environment, often characterised by multiple competing priorities
- Sense of urgency and output driven
- Leadership by example
IDC is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of the JDC and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but not limited to candidates from underrepresented designated groups.
Job Reference: IDC00618
Cash t Operations (Airport Management)(P41001)
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Key Performance Outputs
The successful candidate will be reporting to Operations Coordinator, and will be responsible but not limited to the following:
- Monitor and issue consumables to relevant personnel as and when required.
- Monitor, issue and control relevant keys.
- Ensure availability of necessary tools to ensure daily operation.
- Ensure safe lock away of money bags at all times.
- Check drainage requirements of all pay stations machines.
- Timeous response to reported pay stations malfunctions and issues.
- Prepare manual banking of monies received from replenished change as well as Cash in Transit.
- Reconciliation of pay stations and Car Park Attendants monies received.
- Counting of monies in conjunction with designated personnel in safe environment.
- Cash up and reconcile monies received from Cash Officers.
- Reconciliation of pay stations and banking of overs.
- Record transaction information on forms and logs and escalate discrepancies accordingly.
- Keep record of monies collected.
- Record keeping of all daily activities performed at pay stations.
- Check, record and sign-off on all remaining money bags.
- Adhere to and ensure adherence to statutory regulations, organizational standards, policies and procedures.
- Report non-compliance and implement corrective actions to ensure compliance.
- Build, support and maintain interpersonal and team relationships to ensure stable working environment and achievement of team objectives.Technical Skills and Experience
Technical Skills And Experience
The following skills and experience or the equivalent of such will be required:
- National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) is essential
- 1- year financial administrative operational experience is essential
- Basic knowledge of MS computer literacy
- Valid Code B licence
Competencies
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Planning and Organizing
- Decision making
- Problem solving
Application and Enquiries
Kindly apply online for this opportunity following the Oracle link below:
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By November 2025
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, NQF level and credits, and must be eligible for Top Security Clearance within 3 months of appointment.
Positions will be filled in line with Airports Company South Africa's values and Employment Equity Policy and Plan.
Should you not hear from us within 30 days of your application, consider your application unsuccessful.
Operations & Case Management Supervisor (Healthcare/Insurance)
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We are seeking an assertive, highly organized Team Leader to guide a case management team in the healthcare and insurance sector. This role requires someone who is both a strong people manager and a disciplined, results-driven leader someone who ensures cases move forward with precision, urgency, and accountability.
Beyond process oversight, this leader must be able to think critically, apply judgment in complex situations, and actively develop the team through training and coaching.
Key Responsibilities- Lead, mentor, and evaluate a team of case managers and support staff.
- Drive accountability, ensuring every case is handled accurately, on time, and to the highest standard.
- Act as the primary escalation point for clients, clinics, and insurance providers.
- Design and deliver training to upskill team members and ensure consistent standards.
- Use strategic judgment to resolve issues quickly and effectively, even when clear procedures dont exist.
- Set clear expectations, monitor performance, and provide coaching for continuous improvement.
- Streamline workflows to increase efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Represent the team in client meetings and management reviews with confidence and professionalism.
- 5+ years experience in healthcare administration, insurance verification, or case management.
- 2+ years in a leadership, supervisory, or operations role.
- Proven experience training, coaching, and developing staff.
- Strong knowledge of case management processes, insurance workflows, and compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated success in problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and guide both clients and staff.
- Proactive, disciplined, and detail-oriented, with a nothing slips through the cracks mindset.
- Thinks strategically, trains effectively, and develops others to reach higher performance levels.
- Confident holding others accountable while motivating them to excel.
- Thrives under pressure and maintains a structured, solution-focused approach in all situations.
Operations t Operations (Airport Management)(P41001)
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Operations Coordinator
An exciting opportunity exists at Kimberley Airport for a dedicated Operations Coordinator in the Operations Management division.
Key Performance Outputs
The successful candidate, reporting to the Senior Operations Coordination will be responsible for the following:
- Manage capacity through coordinating infrastructure maintenance and development projects to achieve a high level of infrastructure availability in a safe operating environment.
- Provide view and make recommendations in terms of impact and availability of infrastructure across all operational areas.
- Monitoring construction activities and the impact thereof on operational requirements, safety standards, security standards and service levels.
- Detect, proactively monitor and manage events (deviation from the norm) in collaboration with other departments and implement remedial action.
- Ensure business continuity during emergency situations (Phase 3 - crash/highjack).
- Monitor and manage process and system efficiency within operations (queuing and processing times) and recommend/implement remedial action where needed.
- Take overall responsibility for the results of ASQ and QMS surveys and define corrective action where required Analyse information to identify trends to ensure process and system efficiency.
- Ensure compliance to relevant statutory/legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards, policies and practices.
- Ensure effective and regular communication of new statutory regulations, organisational standards, policies and procedures to ensure full awareness amongst stakeholders.
- Ensure that operations are executed in accordance with existing contract (SLA).
- Participate in people development initiatives such as performance management, succession planning, talent management etc. to ensure team performance meet required standards.
- Provide detailed incident reports as required in terms of ACSA policies and procedures.
- Coordinate resources to ensure maximum resource availability (resource uptime) and most effective allocation and coordination of resources.
- Direct and coordinate stakeholders to ensure passengers are processed efficiently.
- Build, support and maintain healthy diverse internal (peers, unions, team) as well as external (service providers etc.) relationships and implement remedial actions required to ensure achievement of organisational goals.
- Participate in the compilation of annual operational budgets and monitoring of expenditure against budget and amendments to forecast if needed.
- Identify cost-saving initiatives within area of control.
Technical Skills And Experience
The following skills and experience or the equivalent of such, will be required:
- The successful candidate must have a valid Matric (Grade 12) qualification.
- Relevant Certificate in Airport Operations Recommended.
- Relevant Diploma is Essential.
- Relevant Degree is Recommended.
- 4 years' experience in Airport Operations or relevant Operations is essential.
- Basic Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
- Code B driver's license.
Competencies
- Business Acumen.
- Contract Management.
- Analytical skills.
- Report writing.
- Problem solving.
- Good communication skills.
- Project Management.
- Planning and organising.
- Negotiation skills.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Results orientated.
- Adapting and responding to change.
- Decision making.
- Critical thinking.
- Persuade and influencing.
- Fast knowledge on immigration, customs and port health laws.
- ACI service standards.
- IATA standards.
- ICAO Annexures.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, NQF level and credits, and must be eligible for Top Security Clearance within 3 months of appointment
Positions will be filled in line with Airports Company South Africa values and Employment Equity Policy and Plan. Should you not hear from Airports Company South Africa
Should you not hear from us within 30 days of your application, consider your application unsuccessful.
General Assistant t Operations (Airport Management)(P62001)
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Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be reporting to the Charge hand Trolleys, and will be responsible but not limited to the following:
- Indicate unserviceable equipment to relevant stakeholders.
- Day to day deployment of equipment.
- Safeguarding of assets.
- Adhere to relevant statutory/legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards, policies and practices.
- Mitigation of risk to limit injuries.
- Managing the company's risk exposure through identifying, implementing and maintaining risk control measures to minimise company's liability.
- Compile and submit general operational constraints reports.
- Report on trolley stock levels.
- Counting of trolleys as required.
- Liaison and engage with internal stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient operations.
- Engage and assist customers when required.
- Planning of resources in terms of demand and supply.
- Monitor resources to ensure operational needs are met.
Technical Skills And Experience
The following skills and experience or the equivalent of such will be required:
- National Senior Certificate is essential.
- Code B driver's license is advantageous.
- 1 - 3 years Business operational experience is recommended.
Competencies
- Communication.
- Planning and organising
- Rule following
- Interpersonal skills
- Action orientated.
Positions will be filled in line with Airports Company South Africa's values and Employment Equity Policy and Plan.
Should you not hear from us within 30 days of your application, consider your application unsuccessful.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, NQF level and credits, and must be eligible for Top Security Clearance within 3 months of appointment.
Manager Airfield t Operations (Airport Management)(O23501)
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- Remain up to date with macro and micro-economic conditions, legislation, competition, market sentiment and the industry in general.
- Anticipate and plan for circumstances that may influence the development and implementation of the functional strategic plan.
- Provide input into the development of the business plan.
- Analyse business plans, develop and implement functional plans.
- Provide input into sub-functional planning.
- Plan team activities.
- Resolve problems as they are encountered to ensure achievement against plan.
- Interpret the approved operational plans.
- Determine how resources and processes must be utilised / applied to achieve the objectives.
- Mobilise resources to ensure achievement of operational targets and objectives.
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of organisational standards, policies and procedures within span of control and monitor implementation to ensure full compliance.
- Oversee the implementation of SHE processes and conducted according to set standards.
- Adhere to and ensure adherence to statutory legislation regulations, ICAO ,SACAA,OHS Act and organisational standards, policies and procedures.
- Report non-compliance and implement corrective actions to ensure compliance.
- Conduct compliance audits, report on and follow-up to ensure that non-conformances/compliance have been addressed.
- Compile and submit reports to relevant manager on non-conformances, risks and remedial actions as identified in compliance inspections and audits.
- Conduct Safety Risk Assessment on new projects, ongoing projects and where there is change in operation or product ,including occupational Hygiene surveys.
- Effective implementation of a QMS including conformances to specified standards.
- Conduct hazard identification and risk assessment as per regulatory requirements.
- Ensure that corrective actions are implemented and closed-off in respect of all reported non-conformances, risks and remedial actions.
- Review final incident and accident investigation reports and ensure that corrective action is implemented.
- Submit relevant reports to statutory authorities.
- Obtain, check and refine information.
- Collate and submit reports
- Run data exception reports and take corrective action.
- Conduct document control spot-checks.
- Advise SHE Manager on deviations, trends, associated risks and remedial actions.
- Coordinate and facilitate legislative appointment training.
- Plan and implement Safety Campaigns.
- Develop training material for SHE related training.
- Provide inputs into tenders and procurement process and enforcement as per legislation.
- Manage contractor performance according to Service Level Agreement.
- Provide input into annual budget planning process and submit to line management for approval.
- Monitor and allocate expenses.
- Assess expenditure and resolve gaps.
- Support identification, implementation and development of processes to optimise cost efficiency.
- Plan, schedule, coordinate and supervise subordinate activities to ensure efficiency and achievement of goals.
- Participate in people development initiatives such as performance management, succession planning and talent management to ensure team performance meet required standards.
- Agree and implement own and sub-ordinates development plans.
- Assess team development needs and close gaps.
- Coach subordinates by explaining how and what must be done to ensure appropriate team development.
- Provide specialised technical / professional support to internal and external stakeholders to ensure achievement of functional and organisational objectives.
- Build, support and maintain healthy, diverse internal and external relationships to ensure
Technical requirements
The Following Skills And Experience Will Be Required
- National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) and
- Relevant Bachelor's degree (N7) are essential.
- Relevant Honour's (N8) degree recommended.
- 3 years Safety / Environmental / Risk Management / Public Health experience is essential.
- 3 years Supervisory experience is essential.
- 3 years in Safety management in an airport environment is recommended.
- Code B license
Competencies
- Planning and Organising
- Analytical Thinking
- Action orientated
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Ethics and Integrity
- Conflict Management
- Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Relations
Senior Operations t Operations (Airport Management)(P41001)
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Key Performance Outputs
The successful candidate, reporting to the Local Airport Manager will be responsible for the following:
- Facilitate and regulate capacity for each process and manage any pressure points in terms of passenger and aircraft flow.
- Provide view and make recommendations in terms of impact and availability of infrastructure Follow up on all reported non-compliance to ensure remedial action has been taken.
- Responsible for airport (landside & terminal) capacity through coordinating infrastructure maintenance and development projects.
- Management of real time capacity for exceptional circumstances (events/weather related)
- Adhere to relevant statutory/legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards and policies & practices
- Ensure all resource allocation models are adhered to achieve the required service standards.
- Manage results of all surveys (ASQ, QMS, Compliance) and define corrective action where required.
- Monitor and manage process and system efficiency within airport operations (queuing and processing times) and recommend/implement remedial action where needed.
- Manage employee development initiatives
- Stakeholder and Relationship Management
- Oversee Landside & Terminal Operations
Technical Skills And Experience
The following skills and experience or the equivalent of such, will be required:
- The successful candidate must have a relevant 3 year's bachelor's degree.
- The candidate must possess 5 years of Operational experience in Airport Operations.
- Supervisory experience of 3 years is essential.
- 3 years of Airline Operations experience is recommended for this role.
- Code B Drivers License is essential
- Intermediate Knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office applications.
Competencies
- Good Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Analytical Skills
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Contract Management
This position will be filled in line with ACSA's values and Employment Equity Policy and plan. Preference will be given to members of designated groups that are under-represented. The position will also be advertised externally. Preference will be given to candidates from the Nothern Cape region.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, NQF level and credits. Appointed candidates will undergo Security Vetting within 3 months of appointment.
Should you not hear from us within 30 days of your application, consider your application unsuccessful
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Senior Terminal Operations t Operations (Airport Management)(P41001)
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Key Performance Outputs
The successful candidate, reporting to the Manager Terminal Operations and will be responsible for the following:
- Facilitate and regulate capacity for each process and manage any pressure points in terms of passenger and aircraft flow
- Provide view and make recommendations in terms of impact and availability of infrastructure.
- Responsible for airport (terminal operations) capacity through coordinating infrastructure maintenance and development projects.
- Management of real time capacity for exceptional circumstances (events/weather related).
- Adhere to relevant statutory/legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards and policies & practices.
- Ensure all resource allocation models are adhered to achieve the required service standards.
- Manage results of all surveys (ASQ, QMS, Compliance) and define corrective action where required.
- Monitor and manage process and system efficiency within airport operations (queuing and processing times) and recommend/implement remedial action where needed.
- Manage employee development initiatives.
- Stakeholder and Relationship Management.
- Oversee Terminal Operations.
Technical Skills And Experience
The following skills and experience or the equivalent of such, will be required:
- The successful candidate must have a relevant 3 year's bachelor's degree.
- The candidate must possess 5 years of Operational experience in Airport Operations/ Operational Equivalent.
- Supervisory experience of 3 years is essential.
- 3 years of Airline Operations experience is recommended for this role.
- Intermediate Knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office applications.
Competencies
- Analytical skills
- Report writing Problem solving
- Good communication skills
- Project Management
- Critical thinking
Positions will be filled in line with ACSA's values and Employment Equity policy and plan. Preference will be given to members of designated groups that are under- represented and will also be advertised externally.
Should you not hear from us within 30 days of your application, consider your application unsuccessful.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, NQF level and credits, and must be eligible for Top Security Clearance within 3 months of appointment.
Journey Management, Operations QAQC Administrator
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What You Will Work On
- Act as the safeguard for all journey management tasks, ensuring all operational steps are completed before deployment
- Verify that journey management action points comply with process guidelines, internal standards, and safety protocols
- Check and track vendor compliance, including driver's licenses, vehicle papers, insurance, and medical emergency details
- Maintain and audit compliance documentation, databases, and records to ensure readiness for internal or external audits
- Support risk management by identifying gaps in task preparation and escalating where necessary
- Conduct QAQC checks on operational processes to confirm adherence to ISO and company standards
- Assist controllers and operations staff with compliance-related queries and task verification
- Provide feedback to improve quality control procedures and journey management processes
- Contribute to training, audits, and incident investigations by providing compliance oversight
- Support continuous improvement of JM tools, templates, and compliance workflows
Who You Will Work With
- Africa JM Manager, Senior Analyst and Ops QAQC and JM intern roles in the Cape Town Ops Centre
- Controllers and operations staff in the Cape Town Ops Centre
- External vendors, drivers, and service providers to confirm compliance
- Finance and administration teams for QAQC reporting
- Senior management and key stakeholders in Journey Management delivery
What You Will Bring
- 3–5 years' experience in compliance, quality assurance, health & safety, or auditing (JM/logistics/security operations experience desirable)
- Strong organisational and multitasking skills with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to review, track, and verify large volumes of compliance documentation
- Excellent communication skills, highly personable, and the ability to collaborate across teams and vendors
- Confidence to act as the final checkpoint before tasks are released from the Ops Centre
- Understanding of ISO, health & safety, and operational compliance standards (advantageous)
- High integrity, accountability, and a proactive approach to risk management
Education
- Diploma or Certificate in Compliance, Health & Safety, Risk Management, or a related field preferred
- Auditing/ISO compliance certification is advantageous
Operations Head Transaction Management: Short-Term Lending
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Dear Future Short-Term Lending Head,
RMB is a place where exceptional people create their own opportunities by challenging the conventional and driving sustainable impact.
United by our proud heritage, strong ethics and philosophy of Traditional values. Innovative ideas, it's the magic of our people and culture that sets us apart.
Now, is the time to imagine your next move with South Africa's number one employer in Financial Services for 2025, where you can embrace the power of collective thinking to unlock unique opportunities for our clients and society.
The Head of Short-Term Lending is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing and managing the bank's short-term lending portfolio, including General Banking Facilities (GBF), Money Market (MM), Short-Term Loans, and Trade Loans.
The role requires strong technical expertise, a strategic mindset, and the ability to lead a team across both front-office origination and middle-office operations. This leader will be responsible for ensuring effective risk management, operational efficiency, and revenue growth while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Business Strategy & Growth - Capacity planning and capability management
- Define and execute the strategy for the short-term lending business in alignment with the bank's overall objectives and what is required to manage the capacity and volume.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with corporate and institutional clients to enhance lending activities and understand the operations.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for innovation.
- Product & Risk Management
- Oversee and manage the bank's short-term lending portfolio, ensuring prudent risk management and adherence to credit policies.
- Work closely with the credit and risk functions to establish appropriate credit frameworks and policies for short-term lending products.
- Ensure effective operations and scalability of the execution of the end to end operating model of STL products.
- Monitor and manage portfolio performance, identifying potential stress points and mitigating risks proactively.
- Operational Oversight (Including Middle Office Supervision)
- Ensure smooth coordination between front office lending teams and middle-office operations, ensuring accurate processing, monitoring, and reporting of loan transactions.
- Oversee loan booking, documentation, settlements, and post-trade processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
- Implement automation and process enhancements to improve operational effectiveness and reduce risk.
- Ensure full regulatory and internal compliance across all short-term lending activities.
- Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of lending professionals, fostering a high-performance and client-centric culture.
- Collaborate with other divisions, including risk, compliance, treasury teams, and technology, to ensure seamless execution of lending operations.
- Ensure continuous professional development for the team, equipping them with the skills and knowledge required to manage the evolving lending landscape.
Technical & Professional Requirements
- Technical Expertise
- In-depth knowledge of short-term lending products, including GBF, MM, trade finance loans, and short-term structured loans.
- Strong understanding of credit risk assessment, loan structuring, and pricing models.
- Knowledge of treasury, liquidity management, and capital markets in relation to short-term lending.
- Deep understanding of regulatory requirements for short-term lending and trade finance, ensuring compliance with Basel, IFRS 9, and local regulatory frameworks.
- Experience in middle-office functions, ensuring smooth loan administration, settlements, and risk controls.
- Leadership & Stakeholder Management
- Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams across front-office and middle-office functions.
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, capable of managing complex client relationships.
- Ability to collaborate with senior executives and influence decision-making at the highest level.
- Experience in managing cross-functional projects, including digital transformation and automation initiatives.
You Will Be An Ideal Candidate If You
- have Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related fields.
- have 8-10 years of experience in short-term lending, corporate banking, or treasury operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- have experience with lending technology platforms, loan origination systems, and trade finance processing systems preferred.
- have strong analytical skills and ability to interpret financial and market data.
Key Success Metrics
- Growth and profitability of the short-term lending portfolio relative to capacity.
- Efficiency and accuracy of middle-office operations.
- Compliance with regulatory and risk management frameworks.
- Team performance, engagement, and development.
You Will Have Access To
- Opportunities to network and collaborate.
- Challenging Work.
- Opportunities to innovate.
This is a high-impact role requiring a leader with deep industry knowledge, operational expertise, and a strong strategic vision. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping the bank's short-term lending strategy while ensuring excellence in execution.
Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now
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Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below. *
29/10/25
All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.