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One of our companies is currently looking for a Testing Manager in EMEA.

This is a fully remote role for an experienced Testing Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality testing solutions for a diverse portfolio of mobile and web applications. You'll be responsible for overseeing test strategy, managing test execution, and ensuring successful results delivery to clients in various industries, from media to healthcare. You'll collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, manage distributed testing teams, and apply best practices to elevate testing performance across the board. This role is ideal for someone passionate about quality assurance, eager to make an impact, and skilled in both manual and automated testing methodologies.

Accountabilities:

• Define and execute test strategies for various client projects, ensuring alignment with goals and timelines
• Coordinate and lead testing activities across multiple projects, including test planning, environment setup, execution, and reporting
• Manage distributed teams of testers and test leads, providing support, guidance, and constructive feedback
• Review test documentation and ensure adherence to internal quality standards and client expectations
• Raise and resolve project risks and technical challenges, while monitoring KPIs such as quality metrics, utilization, and customer satisfaction
• Maintain proactive communication with client stakeholders and internal teams to drive continuous improvement and successful delivery

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on software testing experience with strong knowledge of testing methodologies
• Solid understanding of both manual and automated testing principles, including experience with mobile testing on Android and iOS
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to provide clear, actionable feedback
• Experience collaborating with client-side stakeholders and working across multiple projects
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, with proven presentation abilities
• Capable of working independently in a remote, fast-paced, and dynamic environment
• Familiarity with project management is a plus
• Strong collaboration skills with multiple client-side stakeholders, must be confident in leading client presentations
• Location: This is a 100% remote role open to those who reside in the EMEA region. Due to our compensation strategy, we are not considering applicants from high-cost-of-living locations such as Singapore, Benelux, DACH, France, Nordics, and the UK.

• Competitive compensation with flexible work arrangements
• Fully remote work setup with flexible hours and support for work-life balance
• Learning and development support, including up to $300/year for educational resources
• Stock options that vest after one year of employment
• Time off policy that includes national holidays, wellness days, and sick leave
• Join a diverse and inclusive global team committed to innovation and collaboration
• Opportunity to work with high-profile clients and directly impact their product quality
• Role Type: Ongoing contractor, full-time hours (40 hours/week)

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Our process is fair, unbiased, and based solely on qualifications and relevance to the job. Only the best-matching candidates will be selected for the next round.

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Thank you for your interest

Join our dynamic team as we digitize South Africa's largest public transport network. You'll primarily be testing and quality assuring our fintech solutions that directly impact millions of lives daily, with potential to evolve into a development role as we grow.

Duties

Primary Focus - Testing & QA:

Test web and mobile applications developed by our offshore team Conduct comprehensive quality assurance across our payment ecosystem Perform on-site testing at taxi ranks across Gauteng

Validate security and privacy implementations

Document bugs, issues, and improvement recommendations

Coordinate with offshore development team on testing feedback

Support Activities:

Assist local customer support team with technical tier 1 issues

Help with system implementation and troubleshooting at taxi locations Provide user acceptance testing from a local market perspective

Future Development Opportunities:

Potential to transition into full stack development role Mobile app development (native iOS/Android)

Web application development as team grows

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills:

Strong testing methodologies and QA practices

Web and mobile application testing experience Understanding of security and privacy standards

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Strong communication skills for offshore team collaboration

Preferred Experience:

Fintech or payment systems testing Mobile app testing (iOS/Android) API testing and validation

User experience testing

Full stack development background (for future growth)

Working Style:

Ability to collaborate effectively with remote/offshore teams Self-motivated and detail-oriented

Customer-focused mindset

Willingness to work in dynamic, fast-paced startup environment

Requirements

Based in Gauteng area (essential requirement)

Regular visits to taxi ranks for field testing and implementation

Flexible working arrangements with significant field work component

Contract Type: Initially freelance, with potential to evolve to full-time

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

*Apply By *
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We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

• To see what life at Capitec is all about and complete a short assessment, please click here
• Once you have completed the above finalize your application by clicking apply below

Join Us in Becoming the Best Bank in the World
We appoint energised and motivated people for their potential and we continuously look for talented, driven individuals to help us innovate and evolve. That is why we focus on finding the right people for the right jobs. We love what we do, because we focus on making a positive difference for our clients and employees. Our company DNA is built around talented and committed teams dedicated to build a brand that we are proud of and that earns the trust of our clients.

*Who We Are *
We are a bank, but we're much more than that. We believe that banking is about enabling people to control their financial lives through banking that is simplified, accessible, affordable, and delivered through personal experience. By helping our clients better manage their financial lives, we enable them to live better.

Why Choose Us
At Capitec, we offer our best by living up to our CEO values in every situation – we always put the Client first, act with Energy, and take Ownership. And, to support people in being their best, our Employee Value Proposition offers every value to all team members through cohesive teams, growth opportunities, as well as employee benefits and savings. We make it a priority to ensure that each member of the Capitec team feels welcome, valued, focused, and has the opportunity to grow.

*PURPOSE STATEMENT *

• To drive testing excellence within the product line by managing and overseeing the end-to-end testing process, and optimising testing processes through central and digital test automation practices.
• To develop and implement a comprehensive testing vision and quality roadmap that aligns with organisational goals.
• To ensure the continuity of the testing capability by crafting testing career paths and development paths for testers, including structured training programs and succession planning.
• To provide technical leadership for automation frameworks, while fostering a culture of quality across the organisation.
• The successful incumbent will be expected to have: the ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment; strong ethical standards and professional integrity; and commitment to continuous learning and remaining current with industry trends.

*KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Leadership: *

• Develop and implement testing vision and strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Create and maintain quality roadmap for continuous improvement.
• Lead innovation in testing methodologies while defining and enforcing best practices.
• Drive cross-team quality initiatives and cultivate strong partnerships with stakeholders.
• Stay current with industry trends and contribute to the broader testing community.

*Technical Excellence And Development: *

• Make critical architecture decisions for end-to-end test automation frameworks using JavaScript / Typescript.
• Lead implementation of Playwright-based testing solutions and BrowserStack integration.
• Design and implement scalable, maintainable end-to-end automation solutions across modern tech stacks.
• Drive innovation in testing methodologies through custom JavaScript / TypeScript tool development.
• Code review and mentor team members on JavaScript / TypeScript and modern testing best practices.
• Integrate end-to-end automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Develop comprehensive test strategies covering web applications, mobile apps, and API layers.
• Establish testing standards for modern technologies.

*Business Value And Quality Assurance (QA): *

• Establish meaningful quality metrics and demonstrate ROI from testing efforts.
• Design effective risk mitigation strategies to protect business value.
• Ensure comprehensive QA testing including identifying test conditions, creating test plans and test cases / scripts from project documentation.
• Drive organisational impact through quality culture development.
• Manage release processes and ensure testing integration within SDLC.

* *Qualifications (Minimum)***

• Bachelor's Degree
• Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational

* *Qualifications (Ideal Or Preferred)***

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology - Computer Science or Information Management

* *EXPERIENCE*
*Minimum:

• 5+ years' experience in QA testing (identifying test conditions, creating test plans and test cases / scripts from project documentation)
• Extensive hands-on experience in test automation development using JavaScript / TypeScript
• Strong programming background with proficiency in JavaScript / TypeScript (JavaScript / TypeScript programming and modern development patterns)
• Developing and maintaining end-to-end automated test frameworks from scratch (end-to-end test architecture and framework design)
• Solid understanding of modern web technologies and end-to-end testing across various technology stacks (modern web technology stack testing expertise)
• Complex problem-solving in end-to-end scenarios
• Deep understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and clean code practices in JavaScript / TypeScript
• Stakeholder management and strategic influence

*Ideal: *

• 5+ years' experience in Managing / Leading / coordinating a technical team and/or the work of Testing roles throughout the various testing phases and activities (technical leadership and team management)
• 3+ years' Bank IT system exposure
• Advanced end-to-end test automation framework development using Playwright with JavaScript / TypeScript
• Expert-level experience with BrowserStack for cross-browser and native mobile app testing
• Native mobile app testing experience with tools like Appium integrated with BrowserStack
• Testing microservices, APIs, and distributed systems architectures
• CI/CD pipeline integration with end-to-end test automation suites
• Cloud-based testing solutions and modern deployment practices
• Release management exposure

*KNOWLEDGE
Minimum:
A detailed understanding of: *

• The full IT project lifecycle (SDLC) and how the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) fits into it
• Advanced JavaScript / TypeScript programming OR any other major programming language (Async / Await, and modern patterns, etc.)
• End-to-end testing methodologies and strategies across various technology stacks
• Back End Testing using JavaScript-based tools and frameworks
• Git version control, branching strategies, and collaborative modern development workflows
• CI/CD pipeline integration with GitHub actions
• Agile methodology and modern development practices
• Database interactions using JavaScript against MSSQL / Postgres
• API interactions using JavaScript

*Ideal:
A basic understanding of: *

• Playwright framework for end-to end automation - web automation and cross-browser testing
• BrowserStack platform for cloud-based testing and native mobile app testing ( BrowserStack integration for cross-platform testing )
• Bank IT-related systems and infrastructure
• Advanced JavaScript / TypeScript patterns and performance optimisation
• Native mobile app testing with Appium and BrowserStack Device Cloud
• Performance testing with JavaScript-based tools
• Visual regression testing and accessibility testing automation
• Docker containerisation for consistent testing environments
• Strategic planning and business alignment

* *SKILLS***

• Analytical Skills
• Problem solving skills
• Communications Skills
• Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills
• Planning, organising and coordination skills
• Change Management Skills
• Strategic Thinking Skills

*CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT *

• Clear criminal and credit record

Capitec is committed to diversity and, where feasible, all appointments will support the achievement of our employment equity goals.

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the testing work stream lead and indirectly to the deputy project executive the Technical Tester for Non-Functional Testing ensures the SA-SAMS Modernized platform is reliable, performant, stable, and scalable under real-world operating conditions across 24,500 schools and government integration points by performing Performance, Load, Stress, Scalability, Endurance (Soak), Availability, Reliability, Disaster Recovery, Compliance and Usability Testing (Non-functional UX)

Key Responsibilities:

• Define Non-Functional Test Plans aligned to system architecture and stakeholder performance requirements.

• Design and run performance, load, and stress tests using tools like JMeter or Gatling to simulate real-world usage.

• Monitor system performance metrics (e.g., response time, CPU, memory) and validate compliance with SLAs.

• Test system scalability by validating how the platform performs under increased load and during horizontal/vertical scaling.

• Perform failover and disaster recovery tests to ensure system resilience and minimal downtime during outages.

• Collaborate with DevOps and developers to troubleshoot performance bottlenecks and implement optimizations.

• Contribute to security-related non-functional testing, such as access control validation under load conditions.

• Document findings and provide reports with detailed analysis, risk assessment, and improvement recommendations.

• Manage resolution of all bugs/defect/gaps identified during all performance testing.

Minimum Education and Experience:

An NQF Level 6 or 7 qualification in:

• Information Technology

• Computer Science

• Software Engineering

• Information Systems

Professional Certifications (Highly Valued )

• Testing-Specific

o ISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level (CTFL) – Minimum baseline certification for most test roles.

o ISTQB Advanced Level – Test Analyst / Technical Test Analyst / Test Automation Engineer – Highly desirable for non-functional testing.

• ISQTB Advanced Level – Test Manager (if the role includes oversight responsibilities).

Specialised Non-Functional Testing Certifications

• Certified Performance Tester (e.g. Neotys, Micro Focus LoadRunner, BlazeMeter)
• ISTQB Specialist Certificate in Performance Testing
• Certified JMeter Tester (for open-source testing frameworks)

Relevant Experience

• Non-Functional Testing Focus Areas (3–5 years preferred)

Proven experience in:

• Performance testing (e.g., response times, throughput, and bottlenecks)
• Load and stress testing for scalability and stability
• Reliability and failover testing
• Usability and accessibility testing (especially for government/public-sector solutions)
• Capacity and concurrency testing

Tools and Frameworks

Hands-on experience with:

• JMeter, LoadRunner, Gatling, NeoLoad, BlazeMeter
• Monitoring tools: AppDynamics, New Relic, Grafana, Prometheus
• CI/CD tools integrated with testing frameworks: Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI

Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Experience working in:

• Agile, Scrum, or DevOps environments
• Integration of non-functional testing in DevSecOps pipelines
• Automated test execution and result analysis

System Architecture & Infrastructure Understanding

o Solid grasp of system architecture (cloud/on-prem), APIs, and databases to interpret test results accurately.

Role Overview:

As CubeSpace's Environmental Test Team Lead, you will own the end-to-end management of our environmental test facility, from technical leadership to testing facility operations to compliance oversight. Your role ensures that CubeSpace meets the highest standards for qualification and acceptance testing of microsatellite equipment, keeping us at the forefront of the global space industry.

You'll lead a team of engineers and technicians, drive continuous improvement, and ensure testing meets all ECSS, MIL-STD, ISO 17025, and ISO 9001 requirements — delivering accurate, timely, and traceable results that support CubeSpace's mission.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the environmental test team.
• Allocate personnel and facility resources to projects effectively.
• Build a culture focused on safety, quality, and compliance.

Facility Management & Development

• Oversee commissioning and qualification of environmental test equipment (thermal vacuum chambers, shakers, EMC chambers).
• Maintain and expand the facility capability matrix in line with product roadmaps.
• Ensure preventive maintenance, calibration, and infrastructure compliance.

Test Planning & Execution

• Translate mission requirements into test plans and schedules.
• Supervise test setup, execution, troubleshooting, and reporting.
• Approve go/no-go decisions for critical testing phases.

Data Integrity & Quality

• Ensure all data is accurate, traceable, and fully documented.
• Maintain audit readiness and adherence to ISO 17025 and ISO 9001 standards.
• Host inspections and drive corrective actions where needed.

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as the main point of contact for test activities across departments.
• Participate in design reviews and provide test-related input early in the development cycle.
• Support root cause analyses and investigations.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to upgrade test methods and equipment.
• Implement process improvements for efficiency and reliability.

Key Deliverables

• Updated facility capability matrix and development plans.
• Environmental Test Plans (ETPs) and Test Readiness Review documentation.
• Accurate and timely Environmental Test Reports (ETRs).
• Maintenance, calibration, and audit compliance records.
• Departmental training and development milestones for test team members.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or equivalent.
• Postgraduate qualification (preferred) in Aerospace Testing, Systems Engineering, or related field.
• ≥ 5 years in aerospace or space systems environmental testing.
• ≥ 3 years in a leadership role, managing test facilities and capital equipment.
• Proven experience with ECSS or similar standards in qualification and acceptance testing.
• Strong technical knowledge of thermal vacuum, vibration, shock, EMC, and thermal cycling test methods.
• Familiarity with ISO 17025, ISO 9001, and MIL-STD standards.
• Excellent leadership, planning, and stakeholder communication skills.

About Us

Since the invention of the truck over 125 years ago, Daimler Truck AG has been a pioneer in the commercial vehicle sector and is today one of the world's largest commercial vehicle manufacturers. Established in South Africa over 60 years ago, Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd together with its subsidiaries Daimler Truck Financial Services South Africa (Pty) Ltd and Sandown Motor Holdings (Pty) Ltd provides an optimal experience for our esteemed customers based on a comprehensive products and services portfolio. The Group's success is based on its leading brands inclusive of Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Mercedes-Benz Buses, and FUSO Trucks in addition to offering parts and services for Freightliner and Western Star Trucks. Its product range is backed by its market-leading value-added services in Fleetboard, TruckStore, TruckTraining, and Financial Services. With a Southern African footprint that includes South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Botswana, Eswatini, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Zambia, the company is headquartered in Pretoria, the capital city of South Africa, and all its products are assembled locally in its East London production plant.

Job Overview

To provide a professional and cost-effective reliability growth testing solution to Daimler AG and DTSA in compliance to the Company's Integrity, Anti Bribery Codes, Conflict of Interest Policy, Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Quality requirements and to perform delegated SHERQ tasks and duties & to inform superior about deviations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Electronic data capture, analysis and reporting.
• Engine evaluation in conjunction with the customer.
• Preparation of test trucks according to customer/test requirements.
• Monitor test progress, reporting on failures and observations.
• Engine inspection preparation, reporting and presenting.
• Test truck inspections and root cause investigation.
• Engine teardown (Intermediate & final inspections).

Qualifications:

• Matric plus National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical/Electronic Engineering or relevant equivalent.

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in the specialized field.

Special Knowledge:

• Computer Literacy (MS Office suite).
• Engineering software (FiNAS, MARC, Monaco, CaNAPE)
• Code EC license (Code 14) an advantage.
• Analysis of measurement data and storage thereof.
• Advanced fault finding on diesel engines.

Other important Information:

Daimler Truck Southern Africa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered; however, the following will apply:

• Foreign nationals must qualify for a work visa/permit as per the provisions of the Immigration Act 13, 2002.
• Employment Equity Plan in terms of the Employment Equity Act, No 58, 1998. Code of good practice on the employment of people with disabilities.

Our company places emphasis on reducing environmental footprint and contributing positively to society.

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Application closing date : 26 September 2025.

Responsible for licensing standards and regulations for all ATS licenses; oversight of ATS designated examiners. To conduct oversight and surveillance of training standards and ensure the effective and correct administration of aviation training organisations conducting ATS training in accordance with Part 141 of the South African Civil Aviation Regulations 2011, (As amended), ICAO Annex 1 and internal company policy and standards.

CATS and CAR Development

• Conduct research and development
• In co-operation with Managers: Licensing and Examinations:
• Develop and implement Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) and Civil Aviation Technical Standards (CATS) for the Civil Aviation Regulations Part 141 and Parts 65 in compliance with the Standards and Recommended Practices of ICAO Annex 1

Operational Management

• Conduct audits on all Part 141 Certificate holders conducting ATS training as per the Master Surveillance Plan.
• Establish compliance to the Regulations and conduct audits and inspections as per SACAA Procedures.
• Make relevant recommendations pertaining to safety management systems.
• Recommend enforcement measures with respect to regulatory non-compliances.
• Provide factual reports of audits and inspections conducted on the training organisations.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of corrective action and the closure of action within allocated time frames.
• Facilitate approval, and their maintenance with respect to Training and Procedures Manuals
• Conduct oversight on the activities of designated ATS examiners.
• Support the Licensing Administration function within SACAA, including the assessment of applications, against legal requirements in accordance with the provisions of the Civil Aviation Regulations 2011, Part 65.
• Investigate and recommend action to the Director on any deviations to the requirements.
• Develop and implement standards for licensing administration that ensures adherence to requirements.
• Introduce adequate control measures to enable SACM to effectively carry out its mandate of Safety and Security Oversight.
• Update and amend all documentation, checklists and procedures to ensure compliance with the regulations.
• Recommend the approval/denial/withdrawal of exemptions and special approvals.

Communications and Safety Promotion

• Project a professional and positive image of the CAA to all stakeholders.
• Provide industry feedback to the Manager

Industry Liaison and Client Service Standards

• Participate with industry through workshops and conferences in the develop
• Practical examination/testing/training standards
• The oversight system to portray a positive image of the SACAA.
• Liaise with industry to record problem-solving solutions and convey knowledge to the industry to allow for the improvement of standards.

Resolve customer issues while abiding by regulations and internal policies

Minimum Qualification:

Air Traffic Control License with Aerodrome or Approach/Area rating issued in terms of Part 65 with Instructor rating

IDEAL Qualification:

Training Developer

Assessor

Experience

Air Traffic Operations 3 - 5 years OR

ATS Instructor 3 - 5 years

Catalyst Sellout is looking for a 
Junior Testing Engineer
 to join our team, specifically supporting the 
OPPO South Africa account
.

The 
Junior Testing Engineer
 plays a critical role in validating the quality, performance, and compatibility of cellular products and systems. This role ensures seamless integration into business operations by executing structured testing methodologies and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. The position focuses on identifying risks, improving processes, and maintaining high standards across both hardware and software systems used in cellular distribution

Location:
Woodmead

Industry:
Cellular

Position Level:
Junior

Closing Date for Applications:
Thursday, 18 September 2025

Apply by sending your CV to:

or click on the link

Key Roles

Product Quality Validator

• Ensure cellular devices, accessories, and systems meet quality standards and are free of defects.
• Perform rigorous testing to identify and resolve performance issues.

System Tester

• Conduct functional, integration, and performance testing of software and hardware systems used in cellular distribution.
• Validate the compatibility of new systems and updates with existing infrastructure.

Risk Identifier

• Identify potential risks and issues in the distribution process or product lifecycle through testing and analysis.
• Recommend solutions to mitigate risks and enhance reliability.

Process Enhancer

• Contribute to process improvement by analyzing test results and providing actionable insights.
• Optimize testing methodologies and workflows for better efficiency and accuracy.

Collaborative Team Member

• Work closely with development, supply chain, and IT teams to ensure seamless integration of testing outcomes into business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Testing Activities:

• Conduct manual and automated testing of cellular products, including phones, accessories, and other hardware.
• Execute tests on software solutions like inventory management, ERP systems, and logistics platforms.
• Perform functional, regression, stress, and user acceptance testing (UAT) for cellular distribution systems.
• Validate product compatibility with various networks, devices, and configurations.

Test Planning and Design:

• Develop detailed test cases, test scripts, and testing plans based on product requirements and specifications.
• Identify and document testing scenarios to ensure comprehensive coverage of functionality and performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and define test objectives.
• Defect Identification and Resolution:
• Identify, document, and track defects in systems or products using tools like JIRA, Bugzilla, or TestRail.
• Work with developers and engineers to resolve issues and retest to validate fixes.
• Perform root cause analysis to prevent recurrence of defects.

Performance and Compatibility Testing:

• Evaluate cellular products and systems for performance under various conditions and loads.
• Test the compatibility of new devices, firmware, and software updates with existing infrastructure.
• Conduct network and connectivity testing to ensure optimal performance on multiple platforms.
• Data Management and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of test results, defects, and performance metrics.
• Generate detailed reports and dashboards for stakeholders, summarizing testing outcomes and areas for improvement.
• Analyze test data to identify trends and patterns that may affect product or system performance.
• Process Improvement and Automation:
• Suggest and implement improvements to testing methodologies and frameworks.
• Develop and maintain automated testing scripts and frameworks to increase efficiency.
• Ensure that automation tools and processes are up-to-date and aligned with industry standards.

Compliance and Standards:

• Ensure that all testing activities comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Validate products and systems for adherence to safety, environmental, and legal standards.
• Participate in audits and provide documentation as required for compliance checks.

Collaboration and Support:

• Liaise with product managers, developers, and supply chain teams to align testing activities with business goals.
• Provide technical support during the deployment of new systems or products.
• Participate in team meetings to review testing progress and address challenges.

Key Requirements

• 2- 3 years of experience in a similar role
• Grade 12 (Matric) and/or a relevant qualification
• Driver's License and Own Vehicle
   – 
  Essential
  . Candidate must have a valid driver's license and reliable personal transport, as the role may involve travel to locations.
• Basic understanding of software and hardware testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with testing tools such as JIRA, Bugzilla, or TestRail (preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an innovative, fast-growing tech brand.
• Work in a supportive and high-energy team environment.
• Opportunity for career growth and development

If you don't receive feedback within
14 days
of submitting your application, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Catalyst Sellout is an equal opportunity employer, where consideration is given to persons from designated groups with relevant qualifications, experience and skills. *

Job Description

• Ensure operational objectives in the Blood Grouping Section are realised.

1.1. Receive, check and prepare samples for testing according to SOP and IPA criteria as well as the specifications of the individual sections. This includes sample receipt procedures and decapping of samples. Perform manual tracking and scanning of barcodes when automated decapper is not in operation.

1.2. Prepare Blood Grouping instrumentation and reagents for testing in accordance with manufacturer specifications. Ensure that sufficient reagents are available for daily testing.

1.3. Perform automated testing according to SOP and ISC criteria for all donors, including second ABO on first time donors:

1.3.1. ABO Grouping.

1.3.2. Rh typing.

1.3.3. Testing for atypical antibodies.

1.3.4. Testing for alloagglutinin titre.

1.3.5. Screening for Syphilis.

1.3.6. Identification of atypical antibodies in donors

1.4. Run reports, select samples and perform automated repeat blood group testing of samples with anomalous first line results according to SOP and IPA criteria.

1.5. Perform second line / repeat testing of samples with anomalous results within the agreed number of working days from the initial testing date and prioritise accordingly so as to ensure a timeous response in the case of 'specials'.

1.6. Enter results (ABO and Rh) and control information into eProgesa to ensure that all relevant information is available and accurate. Inform Technical Specialist or Head of Lab as soon as possible so that they can ensure that results are checked and confirmed within agree time frames.

1.7. Send samples with anomalous blood grouping results to Red Cell Serology laboratory for confirmatory / supplementary testing as required.

1.8. Check results for control failures so as to ensure result validity. Report any anomalies or failures to the relevant technical specialist or Head of Lab as soon as possible.

1.9. Report all errors and breakdowns to relevant Head of Lab and work in such a way so as to minimise user errors.

1.10. Perform testing for validations, projects and pre-batch testing as requested by the Head of Lab.

1.11. Perform automated Rh and Kell Phenotyping and other required testing on the current automation e.g. PK7400 instrument.

1.12. Perform automated antibody screening and antibody identification on the current automation e.g. the IH1000 instrument.

• Ensure operational objectives in the Virology Section are realised.

2.1. Prepare Virology instrumentation and reagents in accordance with manufacturer specifications and SOP. Ensure that sufficient reagents are available for daily testing.

2.2. Perform automated virology screening on all blood donations for HBsAg, anti-HIV 1 & 2 and anti-HCV according to SOP and ISC criteria on the current automation e.g. Abbott Alinity S.

2.3. Select samples from instrument printouts and perform automated repeat viral testing of samples found to be reactive in first line screening according to SOP and ISC criteria.

2.4. Perform automated Serum Ferritin screening on blood donations according to SOP and ISC criteria on the current automation e.g. the Beckman Coulter DXI800.

2.5. Check results for control failures so as to ensure result validity and report any failures / anomalies to the relevant technical specialist or Head of Lab.

2.6. Perform all procedures in such a way so as to maximise kit performance and usage and minimise downtime and wastage.

2.7. Report all errors and breakdowns to the technical specialist / Head of Lab and work in such a way so as to ensure that these amount to less than the agreed upon percentage of total processes per month

2.8. Perform testing for validations, projects and pre-batch testing as requested by the Head of Lab.

• Ensure operational objectives in the NAT Section are realised.

3.1. Prepare NAT instrumentation and reagents in accordance with manufacturer specifications and SOPs. Ensure that there are sufficient reagents on each instrument for the required testing.

3.2. Perform routine automated Molecular assays for HIV RNA, HCV RNA and HBV DNA according to SOP and ISC criteria on the current automation e.g. the Grifols Panther.

3.3. Select samples from instrument printouts and perform automated repeat molecular testing of samples found to be initial reactive according to SOP and ISC.

3.4. Work NAT night shift or an early morning shift without direct supervision as required ensuring timeous release of results.

3.5. Liaise with Service engineer after hours and give accurate information on instrument breakdown to assist with troubleshooting.

3.6. Check results for control failures so as to ensure result validity and report any failures / anomalies to the relevant technical specialist, NAT Manager or Head of NAT as soon as possible.

3.7. Perform all procedures in such a way so as to maximise kit performance and usage and minimise downtime and wastage.

3.8. Report all errors and breakdowns to relevant Head of Lab or technical specialist and work in such a way so as to minimise user errors.

3.9. Perform testing for validations, projects and pre-batch testing as requested by the Head of Lab.

3.10. Attend User meetings and give users views and opinions.

3.11. Apply molecular techniques in order to minimise contamination.

• Ensure instrument and Laboratory Maintenance has been accomplished.

4.1. Be multi-skilled to perform scheduled daily, weekly, monthly or as required instrument and laboratory maintenance in all 3 sections (NAT, Virology and Blood Grouping) on a number of different instruments:, according to SOP criteria and manufacturer specifications. Perform troubleshooting and maintenance on the following instruments (including but not limited to):

4.1.1. Virology e.g. Abbott Alinity, Beckman Coulter DxI.

4.1.2. NAT e.g. Grifols Panther

4.1.3. Blood grouping e.g. Beckman Coulter PK7400, BioRad IH1000, Grifols WA Diana/Eflexis. Elga water system

4.1.4. Pre-analytical instruments e.g. Beckman Coulter Automate and Roche p512.

4.2. Keep accurate records of maintenance performed (complete documentation as per SOP).

4.3. Dispose of samples, used reagents and waste material according to health and safety regulations and SOP. Perform Waste Controller duties and ensure that the waste management system (e.g. CS Tracker) is followed.

• Quality compliance has been achieved in accordance with SOP specifications.

5.1. Be multi-skilled to test internal and external quality controls and proficiency panels in all 3 sections (NAT, Virology and Blood Grouping) according to SOP and to agreed timelines and record results.

5.2. Contribute to SOP compilation by reading new and revised versions within the required timeframe,assisting with the validation processes and maintaining competency for the stipulated standard operating procedures,

5.3. Complete GLP and statistics worksheets daily so as to ensure timeous completion.

5.4. Comply with standards of practice and health and safety requirements (such as wearing required PPE) and contribute to and participate in continuous quality improvement.

5.5. Complete all relevant health and safety documentation at the workplace within the agreed timeframes.

5.6. Strive to remain well informed of current developments to promote knowledge sharing as well as to ensure acquisition of required CEU points for CPD according to HPCSA regulations and IPA specifications.

• General administrative functions have been carried out within specified timeframes.

6.1. Assist with stock checks and packing of stock so as to maintain adequate stock levels according to ISC specifications. Inform Head of Lab of low stock levels.

6.2. Perform other job related duties as and when required by the section Head of Lab or manager so as to facilitate efficient running of the laboratory.

6.3. Assist in Quality and Projects section (including Bio-repository in KZN) during staff leave or busy times

6.4. Attend and contribute to department meetings

6.5. Assist with evaluations, trials and installations of instrumentation.

6.6. Assist with second line / confirmatory testing in all 3 sections as and when required.

Competencies.

• Cognitive
• Analytical Thinking and Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving.
• Personal
• Ethical behaviour
• Personal Development
• Integrity and trust
• Excellence Orientation
• Perseverance
• Interpersonal
• Customer Service Orientation.
• Teamwork
• Knowledge Sharing
• Prof. technical
• Systems Competence
• Laboratory skills.
• Blood grouping knowledge.
• Virology knowledge.
• Molecular Skills.

Minimum Requirements
Education

• HPCSA Registered Blood Transfusion Laboratory Technician.

Experience And Knowledge Requirements.

• 1 Year of Blood Transfusion Experience

Special Circumstances.

• Overtime as and when required
• Weekend duties
• May be required to work shifts and night shift as rostered
• Own Transport
• Detail conscious.
• Proficient eye-sight