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We are looking for a Finance and Insurance Business manager for a vehicle dealership in Northern Cape

The role would require some of the following duties: Arranging vehicle financing and insurance to customers and providing them with a thorough explanation of products and extended warranties, Processing financing and leasing deals accurately and securing bank finance approvals, Understanding and complying with regulations that affect the financing of vehicles; Signing of legal documents/contracts with clients, Ensuring all vehicles are delivered and paid for by the respective bank within an acceptable time frame.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience as a Finance and Insurance manager.
• Experience working within the motor industry and dealership environment.
• Working with dealerships like VW, Hyundai, Audi etc.
• NQF 4 FAIS Qualification, RE Accreditation, NCA Accreditation (Legislative Requirement).
• Must have a proven track record and able to reach targets.
• Must be able to work under pressure and able to handle large volume of cars per month.
• Good communication skills, good negotiation, good customer relationships.
• Valid SA Driver’s license.
• Grade 12.
• Clear criminal record.

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Requirements:

• National Senior Certificate.
• A Qualified and registered Architectural Technologist (must be registered with SACAP)
• Minimum 2 â?? 5 yearsâ?? experience in residential, residential development, commercial and industrial architecture. (Excluding Internship period)
• Thorough proficiency in CADDIE, AUTO CAD, REVIT & AUTO DESK.
• Thorough proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent technical detailing ability (compulsory).
• Understanding of SANS 10400 and its application in the industry. This is fundamental.
• Ability to work with SketchUp or Corral Draw will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Contract Administration (JBCC and Procsa) will be an advantage.
• Valid Driverâ??s license.

Responsibilities:

• General office administration will be required.
• Must be able to do concept designing and assist with this when necessary.
• The drawing up on concept and sketch plans once the designing is complete.
• Ability to complete project documentation with regards to council drawings.
• Able to provide service coordination where needed.
• Must be able to do and assist with tender documentation and administration.
• Liaising with clients and consultants with regards to projects, designs, and documentation.
• Attending site and technical meetings and providing feedback where necessary.
• Being able to handle and draft surveys, inspections as well as site visits.
• Ability to verbally communicate and provide written reports on dedicated projects.
• Completion and submittance of Local Authority Submissions for approval of building plans.
• The candidate must be a problem solver and must be willing to get technical detail solved as soon as possible.

Senior Commercial Analyst (Automotive/ Commercial Truck Manufacturing)

Kempton Park

Key Responsibilities

• Drive brand sales performance, promotions, and dealer support initiatives.

• Conduct market research, dealer visits, and trend analysis to inform marketing strategies.

• Manage promotional materials, showroom branding, and online sales support.

• Support new product launches, policy rollouts, and dealer channel management.

• Oversee dealer/customer credit applications, pre- and post-loan management, and risk control measures.

• Monitor repayments, collections, litigation, and write-offs.

• Conduct financial analysis of dealers, assessing profitability, risk, and repayment ability.

• Deliver dealer training programs and ensure compliance with company policies.

• Maintain accurate business documentation and reporting.

Qualifications & Skills

• Matric and a Degree/Diploma in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or Management.

• 3 years or more experience in commercial/financial analysis within automotive.

• Strong knowledge of customer relationship management, risk management, and financial reporting.

• Familiar with automotive financial markets, macroeconomic trends, and dealer operations.

• Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Excellent analytical, communication, and coordination skills.

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1. Excellent Autodesk suit of products experience Autocad, Inventor, Revit, Plant 3D
2. Ability to perform 3D scanning, render the pointcloud and develop detailed models
3. Ability to transfer knowledge to others, specifically on the Autodesk
4. Setup drawing office management systems
5. Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain positive client relationships.

National Diploma or Certificate in Draughting, Engineering, or related field.

Familiarity with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit, Inventor, etc.), BIM systems, and 3D modelling/visualisation tools.

Eagerness to learn and develop technical drafting skills.

Strong attention to detail and organisational ability.

Ability to interpret technical drawings (training can be provided).

Good communication and teamwork skills.

Basic understanding of South African building codes/standards (advantageous).

Experience

35 years in a digital drawing/engineering environment.

Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain positive client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Develop 2D/3D models using CAD/BIM software.

Perform BIM co-ordination role

Produce detailed assembly models and fabrication/shop drawings.

Run 3D visualisations/simulations (clash detection, stress testing, rendering).

Collaborate via digital design platforms and version control systems.

Update designs promptly and issue revised drawing sets electronically.

Set up and maintain drawing libraries, templates, and CAD standards Autodesk Docs experience will be advantageous.

Coordinate with engineers, architects, and project managers using integrated models.

Provide light design input where required.

What Youâ??ll Do
Youâ??ll be at the forefront of launching and managing all technical service operations for products across the country:

• Develop a national network of skilled installers and technical service partners
• Lead and coordinate installations, technical support, and maintenance activities
• Train partners and staff on proper installation and service standards
• Oversee spare parts inventory and ensure optimal availability
• Establish service processes, documentation, and escalation workflows
• Collaborate with internal divisions to provide seamless client support
• Track service performance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement
• Represent technical services in client meetings and negotiations
• Report directly to the General Director with regular updates

What You Bring

• A strong technical background in food service equipment, refrigeration, kitchen systems, or similar
• Proven experience setting up and managing technical or installation teams
• A network-builder who can recruit, evaluate, and train third-party partners
• Excellent planning, coordination, and troubleshooting skills
• Experience managing spare parts and service inventory
• Fluent in Afrikaans (essential for coordinating with local partners)
• Spanish is a plus (for collaboration with the Argentina-based team)
• Willingness to travel across South Africa as needed

Why Join?
This is not just another technical role. Youâ??ll play a pivotal role in launching the service division of a globally respected brand in South Africa. Bring your vision, your structure, and your leadership to a company where innovation meets impact.
 

Vacancy for a Vehicle Service Advisor with a vehicle dealership in Cape Town.

Duties: Costing of job cards of vehicles booked into the workshop, Processing of warranties, following up on vehicles booked into workshop, liaising between the client and workshop on progress of vehicles, ensuring customer satisfaction of vehicles serviced.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 to 4 years’ experience as Vehicle Service advisor / Aftersales consultant.
• Experience working within the MOTOR industry and with a corporate branded dealership like VW, Audi, Suzuki etc.
• Must be able to work under pressure and be customer service orientated.
• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Valid SA Driver’s license.
• Clear criminal record.

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We are looking for a Finance and Insurance Business Manager for a vehicle dealership in Western Cape.

The role would require some of the following duties: Arranging vehicle financing and insurance to customers and providing them with a thorough explanation of products and extended warranties, Processing financing and leasing deals accurately and securing bank finance approvals, Understanding and complying with regulations that affect the financing of vehicles; Signing of legal documents/contracts with clients, Ensuring all vehicles are delivered and paid for by the respective bank within an acceptable time frame.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience as a Finance and Insurance manager.
• Experience working within the motor industry and dealership environment.
• Working with dealerships like Hyundai, Audi etc.
• NQF 4 FAIS Qualification, RE Accreditation, NCA Accreditation (Legislative Requirement).
• Must have a proven track record and able to reach targets.
• Must be able to work under pressure and able to handle large volume of cars per month.
• Good communication skills, good negotiation, good customer relationships.
• Valid SA Driver’s license.
• Grade 12.
• Clear criminal record.

Send your CV to:

Duties include:

• Responsible for formulating annual shopfitting goals and plans in conjunction with the annual dealer development plan
• Responsible for formulating and updating quarterly shopfitting plans based on the actual development of quarterly dealers
• Responsible for clarifying the content of shopfitting work and determining suppliers through the procurement process
• Responsible for supplier contract management, determining the next stage of suppliers through the procurement process one month before the contract expires
• Responsible for managing the store's budget and organizing payments on schedule in accordance with business policies
• Responsible for following up with suppliers for on-site measurement, scheme design, and scheme implementation
• Responsible for organizing store construction acceptance and promptly notifying the sales & policy team of the acceptance results
• Responsible for managing shopfitting materials, including material procurement, safety stock management, and maintenance of warranty period after store construction is completed
• Responsible for producing progress reports or summary reports on shopfitting work, and reporting to management
• Assisting the marketing dept with events and sponsorships
• Processing marketing claims from dealers 
• Day-to-day admin

 

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 3 years’ post qualification
• Code 8 driver’s license & own transport essential
• Experience within the OEM automotive industry and knowledge of the South African automotive market
• Computer literate (MS Office packages) specifically PowerPoint
• Bilingual skills preferred

Duties:

• Proactive selling of products, new and existing using solid presentations.
• Expose the cost-benefit analysis to potential and existing customers.
• Establish, develop, and maintain strategic long-term relationships with customers.
• Cold calling â?? minimum of two new customers every month.
• Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints to maximise satisfaction â?? follow through on the entire process and do not pass the problem on.
• Maintain a consistent presence at the customer to ensure roll out of strategies and loyalty.
• Meet / exceed budget guidelines.
• Co-ordinate sales efforts with team members and other departments.
• Analyse market needs and develops strategies with customers key contacts to ensure all goals and targets are achieved.
• Keep management informed of competitors actions and movements in the marketplace.
• Creative thinking â?? strategies, plan and implement monthly promotions.
• Management reporting.
• Prepare and present strategic reports for the customer based on information that will elevate their business. Implement strategies to achieve the customers goals.
• Educate yourself as well as all customers, new & potential on the companiesâ?? entire product ranges.
• Keep up to date on all product training and specifics in order to become your customers knowledge base. Give customers relevant training to maximise efficiency.
• Attend all training regarding products, service, company policies, software, and any other training requirements.
• Inform your line manager of any training required.
• Carry out any reasonable instruction given to you by your line manager

Requirements:

• Grade 12.
• 3-5 yearsâ?? experience in the automotive industry.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications as well as CRM software.
• Driverâ??s license and own transport

I am looking for a mid-level graphic designer who has experience in designing branding for vehicles. The company also handles signage and other large format printed products. This is a high energy, fast paced environment, and the designer needs to match this energy. 

 

What You’ll Be Working With:

• Vehicle Wraps 

• Motorbike Graphics 

• Signage Design

 

Tools of Your Trade:

• CorelDRAW (non-negotiable!)

• Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop 

 

What We’re Looking For:

• A creative rebel with a sleek, professional edge

• A relevant degree in graphic design from a reputable provider 

• Portfolio packed with wrap designs, signage or other branding brilliance

 

Bonus Points If You:

• Know your way around a print shop (large format printing)

• Have experience prepping designs for vinyl/large format

• Are low-key obsessed with cars, bikes or urban design

 

It's about fit, not figures

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical faults on manufacturing equipment.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance to ensure peak machine performance.
• Install, assemble, align, and calibrate machinery and components.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns quickly to reduce production delays.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records.
• Adhere to health, safety, and company policies.
• Support process improvements and assist in training junior technicians.

Skills & Requirements:

• Proficiency in technical drawings, schematics, and manual interpretation.
• Knowledge of PLC control systems.
• Skilled in hand tools, power tools, and precision instruments.
• Strong problem-solving, time management, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.