237 Senior Technical Assistant jobs in South Africa

Introduction

A leading player in the packaging manufacturing industry is seeking a Technical Assistant / Junior Engineer to support the General Manager in ensuring operational and engineering excellence. This dynamic environment focuses on innovation, sustainability, and the highest standards of quality and safety across its product range for sectors including personal care, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and household products.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to engineers and maintenance teams by conducting research, analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Assist in the design, testing, and improvement of processes, systems, and new technologies.
• Coordinate and manage the General Manager's schedule , including travel, meetings, and communications.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and minutes; maintain digital and physical project records.
• Track project progress and coordinate resources, tools, and materials across departments.
• Oversee inventory and procurement of technical equipment and supplies.
• Enforce and comply with health, safety, and food safety standards (including FSSC and GMP compliance).
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives , promoting efficiency and innovation.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical field.
• 2 -5 years of relevant experience in an engineering, manufacturing, or technical support environment.
• Strong technical and analytical skills, including understanding of engineering drawings, equipment, and materials.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and project coordination abilities.
• Proficiency in relevant software and systems.
• Passionate about innovation and sustainability in packaging technology.

Package & Remuneration

• R350,000 P/a CTC package , commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a forward-thinking, supportive team.
• Exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing technology and industry standards.

Kakamas, South Africa | Posted on 07/21/2025

• Salary R5,000 - R8,000 depending on skillset and work ethic
• State/Province Northern Cape
• Country South Africa

The primary objective of the Technical Assistant is to provide support to the technician in their duties, while also performing manual labour tasks. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines, and assisting with various tasks as required.

• Assist the technician in carrying out their duties effectively.
• Provide support to the technician, learn from their expertise, and gain valuable experience.
• Follow all reasonable instructions from the technician and maintain order in the vehicle.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the vehicle, keeping all tools properly stored and in good condition.
• Maintain a safe working environment for the team by adhering to health and safety requirements.
• Demonstrate courtesy and respect towards customers.
• Adhere to all health and safety requirements and regulations.
• Perform any ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the manager, which may include reporting, administrative, or personal assistant duties.
• Handle and transport materials on the work site efficiently.
• Clean vehicles and equipment as needed.
• Prepare and dress poles appropriately.
• Dig holes for pole placement.
• String aerial cable accurately.
• Carry out trench digging as required.
• Assist in the installation of manholes and hand holes.
• Communicate and provide updates to the team leader regularly.
• Assist with stocktaking activities.
• Maintain overall cleanliness and housekeeping in the work area.

• Proficiency in using hand tools.
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Physical fitness to carry out various physical activities.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Experience in cabling, particularly fibre optic cabling, is advantageous.
• Basic reading and writing skills.
• Technical inclination and aptitude.
• Experience working with underground utilities.
• Familiarity with fibre optic cabling.
• Good health and fitness.
• Ability to work with general hand tools and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Self-driven and motivated.

• Verifying the producers and clients comply to all requirements and regulations.
• Collecting, filing, and updating producer accreditations.
• Perform quality control for table grapes, pomegranates, stone fruit and citrus products in orchards and at packhouses.
• Following up with overseas clients regarding information/documentation related to producers as requested by them.
• Responsible for ensuring that packaging material specifications meet client requirements/standards and that these are communicated to and implemented by the producers.
• Supporting producers to ensure they order the correct packaging material on time.
• Liaising with packaging material suppliers regarding orders for buffer stock and managing the buffer stock.
• Assist the Technical Manager and marketing team on administration.
• Technical support to producers.
• Assist producers with the audits.
• Collect, file and update all Producer accreditations
• Follow up with consignee’s regarding all Due Diligence information.
• Assist with the IFS audit.

• Degree or Diploma in Agriculture Viticulture, or in any Agricultural related fields.
• Formal training in handling and implementing Due Diligence, Global Gap, HACCP, IFS, and all relevant accreditations
• More than 2 years of experience in the relevant field.
• Experience in table grapes and pomegranates will be advantageous

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Applications are invited for the Technical Assistant position to be based in Jeffreys Bay .

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The Technical Assistant’s main duty will be assisting with installations, troubleshooting, and maintaining all fibre optic and wireless systems.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Site Survey:
• Assist with signal’s scan and throughput tests to High site.
• Assist with taking photos of location for CPE bracket, cable run, plug, PoE and router locations.
• Callout Repairs:
• Tidy and clean up after job completion.
• Assist with site inspection for possible future problems, i.e. trees in the way.
• Take photos.
• Installation:
• Mount brackets, cable hooks as required and indicated by Senior Technician.
• Install cable runs as indicated by Senior Technician.
• Tidy and clean up after job completion.
• CPE Recovery:
• Remove relevant equipment and clean-up.
• Vehicle:
• Ensure all tools and equipment are neatly organized inside the vehicle.
• Ensure daily stock is loaded.
• Ensure backup stock levels are maintained in the vehicle.
• Ensure that the vehicle is stocked with all necessary consumables needed.

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Good working knowledge of hand and power tools used in this position.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Self-disciplined, motivated, and organized.
• Must be a team player.
• Must be presentable, reliable, and punctual.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Must be medically fit and follow all Health and Safety procedures.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, confined spaces, isolation.
• Must be able and willing to work at heights and under pressure.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to work overtime.
• Previous experience in a similar work environment is advantageous.
• Have a good understanding of equipment used for installations.
• Able to follow and prioritize tasks according to instructions given by Install team.
• Must show pride in work ethic and company property
• Efficient time management.

Education Requirements:

• Grade 12.
• Any specialized certifications or training would be an added advantage.

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Job category: Medical Research and Laboratory Sciences

Location: Roodepoort

Contract: Permanent

Business Unit: Constantia Kloof

Remuneration: R 416,307.00

EE position: No

The Incumbent will provide administrative and technical support to the Medical Director which includes:

1. Business and technical research,
2. Analysis of functional and organizational data,
3. Collaboration with internal and external teams to manage and track projects,
4. Information preparation such as collating reports for various meetings and committees, and
5. Coordinate various activities that ensure the smooth running of the Medical Director’s activities team and division.

1. Determine annual schedule and workplans of the various divisional meetings and agree these with the Medical Director and relevant stakeholders.
2. Coordinate meetings including all logistical arrangements; collation of reports and obtaining necessary information to compile agendas and ensure timely distribution.
3. Manage meeting minutes and action items by compiling accurate, proofread minutes not later than 10 working days after each meeting adhering to Quality standards with regards to format, layout, record keeping and timely distribution.
4. Manage, as appropriate, all correspondence arising from meetings and general activities within the Medical Director’s office.
5. Drive delivery on agreed actions and activities within sphere of responsibilities to ensure communication and correspondence progress correctly through the various channels within agreed timeframes.
6. Manage and coordinate all functions in the offices of the Medical Director and ensure the office runs smoothly.
7. Arrange and coordinate all aspects of local and international travel and accommodation for the Medical Director and various areas within the Medical Division, including the Blood Safety Committee (BSC) and Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) and in accordance with the relevant travel policies and procedures within SANBS.
8. Develop and implement procedures and systems to achieve productive and efficient office operation by planning and organizing activities according to agreed priorities.
9. Actively manage relationship between the office of the Medical Director and internal and external stakeholders at all levels and ensure that correct channels of communication are adhered to.
10. Manage all aspects of procurement and sourcing for the office of the Medical Director and related business areas within the Medical Division.
11. Perform trend analysis on budget and expenses for specified projects and operational activities to identify any areas of risk or variance for the attention of the Medical Director.
12. Participate in regular two-way communication with line-manager and team to ensure effective execution of objectives.

1. Maintain the strictest confidentiality in all aspects of the office of the Medical Director.
2. Create and maintain a logical, traceable and quality controlled filing system of all relevant information/documentation.
3. Ensure security and confidentiality of all documents and filing procedures.
4. Coordinate activities related to corporate and clinical governance, risk and compliance across the Medical Division as well as with relevant internal and external stakeholders as required.
5. Coordinate the Blood Safety Committee, HREC and related committees to ensure timely planning of events and delivery of the SANBS mandate and strategy.
6. Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure delivery of relevant governance, risk and compliance requirements, such as but not limited to, Clinical Governance Medical Director and Quality/IPC reports and Medico-Legal reports.
7. Oversee and ensure the management of all relevant Quality documents as per SANBS policies and procedures.
8. Identify and monitor risks through interaction (direct and indirect) with internal and external stakeholders and implement plans to mitigate and reduce risks with guidance and assistance from the Medical Director.
9. Identify quality failures and actively assist internal and external stakeholders with quality improvement initiatives with assistance and guidance of the Medical Director.
10. Timeously attend to any quality notifications as required.
11. Identify and highlight any potential medico-legal risks.

1. Coordinate internal and where applicable external stakeholders to ensure efficient and effective execution of activities within the Medical Division.
2. Develop and ensure adequate, effective monitoring systems to drive the efficient and effective execution of activities within the Medical Division.
3. Monitor and analyse data and trends as required and agreed to with the Medical Director.
4. Assist with projects by performing administrative related duties, ensuring the timeous reimbursement of vendors, checking and processing invoices as well as monitoring expenditure and reporting all relevant information to the Medical Director as may be required.
5. Provide general administrative support to senior medical employees by performing miscellaneous and routine tasks and other job-related duties when required so as to facilitate efficient running of the division.

1. Collaborate with other divisions in SANBS as required to synergise integrated outcomes in all matters related to the office of the Medical Director.
2. Liaise with, and provide feedback to internal and external stakeholders regularly, to ensure SANBS strategies are effectively operationalized/implemented.
3. Ensure timely assistance with queries, concerns or complaints from external or internal stakeholders.
4. Actively work towards aligning the SANBS vision and strategic objectives with the expectations of its stakeholders/stakeholder groups.

1. Ensure regular two-way communication with the Medical team to ensure synergy and cooperation with the Division and the rest of SANBS.
2. Participate in performance management on an ongoing basis through participation in coaching, mentoring and input into reviews.
3. Track & encourage individual development by identifying learning and development needs and facilitate attendance of relevant programs.
4. Participate in own performance management discussions with line manager and participate in coaching, mentoring or development strategies.
5. Attend meetings and training sessions as required, to remain informed of current field-related developments to promote knowledge sharing.
6. Maintain a personal development plan to stay abreast and knowledgeable with local and international best practice within scope of the role.

• Service-Oriented
• Integrity

• Providing Feedback

• Devotion to Quality
• Planning
• Accuracy

• Overtime as and when required.
• Attend after hour functions and meetings as required.
• Travel and overnight stays as required.
• Driver's licence for code EB required.
• Position suitable for persons living with certain disabilities.

• Medical Technologist/Technician or Professional/Enrolled Nurse or Related Healthcare Qualification.

• MS Office at advanced level.

• SAP.
• eProgessa/Meditech.
• Basic data analysis literacy.
• Previous administrative experience.

• Understanding of the National Health Act and related regulations as it pertains to transfusion medicine.
• Understanding of Corporate and Clinical Governance.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent communication – written and spoken word.

Matric

Proficient in SAP MM/VM

Responsibilities:

Maintenance and repairs on all yellow machines, excavators and front loaders/logistics

Familiar with the parts classification system of CAT, Komatsu, XCMG and other brands

Fault finding

Warehouse maintenance

Familiar with local logistics

Ensuring smooth running of machinery

• Assisting the Technicians with installation, commissioning and maintenance of electronic security systems
• Assisting the Technicians with their daily duties and tasks
• Attention to detail on all aspects of relevant responsibilities;
• Adhering to the Agreement between the client and the company;
• Adhering to Health and Safety Regulations;
• General housekeeping of office and technical vehicles;
• Assisting with general office administration when required to do so.
• Management and Control of Documentation, including Registers, Overtime and Route Sheets;
• Available to work overtime when required under special circumstances;
• Be willing to undergo a Polygraph test.

• Proof of PSIRA certification Grade C;
• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification;
• Must be computer literate;
• Must be able to work under pressure and have an analytical approach to addressing challenges.
• Drivers license Code 08 will be advantageous;
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills;
• Need to be able to travel and work as part of a team;
• No criminal record;
• Knowledge and understanding of CCTV Systems, Alarms & PCs will be advantageous;
• Must be able to pass a Certificate of Fitness