Engineering & Architecture jobs in Lansdowne

Stock Controller/Administrator (Automotive Dealership) POS25192

Based: Meadowdale

Salary: R8000 R10 000 pm

Role Summary

The Stock Controller is responsible for the accurate recording, tracking, and reconciliation of all vehicle inventory across the dealership. This includes managing the flow of new and used vehicles, coordinating documentation and registration, and ensuring all vehicles are correctly prepared for sale or delivery. The Stock Controller plays a critical role in supporting efficient dealership operations, maintaining compliance with internal policies and OEM standards, and ensuring the accuracy of all vehicle-related records. This position works closely with sales, admin, and workshop teams to streamline processes and contribute to a seamless customer experience.

Minimum Requirements

• 23 years of experience in a stock control role within an automotive dealership environment.
• Thorough understanding of automotive stock control processes, including licensing and registration procedures.
• Proficient in dealer management systems (e.g., Kerridge/CDK or similar platforms).
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative team approach.
• Exposure to multi-brand dealership operations (advantageous).
• Familiarity with used vehicle stock control (added advantage).
• Demonstrates high integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Proactive, reliable, and self-motivated with a solutions-driven mindset.
• Well-disciplined with the ability to work independently and take initiative.

Key Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

Vehicle Stock Management

Audit & Compliance

Administration

Interdepartmental Coordination

Closing Date: 5 September 2025

To apply for this position:

• Mechanical Engineering Qualification or related is non negotiable
• 10+ Years experience within a manufacturing steel industry
• 5+ Years experience leading a manufacturing production team
• ERP systems and Drawing program experience is essential
• Experience with design-to-manufacture integration is a must

• Bachelors degree in metallurgical or chemical engineering
• 2.6.1 Appointment (as per MHSA requirements)
• +10 years experience in mineral processing plants, preferably with PGMs and Crâ??Oâ??
• At least 5 years management experience in a processing plant environment
• Proven experience in Safety Management and regulatory compliance
• Strong leadership in managing cross-functional teams (Production, Engineering, General)
• Excellent client interfacing and stakeholder engagement skills

• Overall management and optimisation of plant production
• Lead and align engineering, operations, and support teams
• Ensure compliance with MHSA, environmental and safety legislation
• Oversee plant performance, cost control, and continuous improvement
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and reporting structures

• Recruitment and Selection
• Learning and development
• Talent Management
• Compensation and Benefits
• Employee Relations

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources
• Labour Law qualification (Essential)
• Code 8 License
• 10+ Years experience in HR Management
• Excellent knowledge of all relevant legislation e.g.: LRA, BCEA, SDA, EEA, Unions, MIBCO.
• Knowledge and understanding on remuneration package VIP Premier Etc.
• Exposure to Employment Equity & payroll practices.
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
• Read and write in English
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Computer literate
• The HR Manager will need to be:
• Tenacious
• Energetic/Driven
• Hard Working
• Trustworthy
• Confidential
• Strategically aware
• Versatile

• Manage all the recruitment needs of the company.
• Overseeing day-to-day recruitment process
• Reviewing job descriptions, Website advertising, attending interviews, selection of CVs, selecting candidates.
• Creating and improving offer letters and contracts.
• Managing references and security clearances.
• Assure that documentation of candidates is received before the first day of employment.

• Establish and maintain appropriate systems for identifying, planning, delivering and measuring learning and development.
• Manage a training plan that details required training.
• Manage and develop direct reports.
• Manage the organisation and delivery of company induction sessions, including writing and delivering presentations.

• To represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• To prepare and support fellow managers in any meetings required.
• To assist and advise company managers/directors on HR policy, practices and procedures.

• Automotive (MIBCO) preferred
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• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee information in HR systems, including personnel files,
• attendance records, and other relevant data.
• Assisting with the recruitment process, including posting job openings, scheduling interviews, conducting
• background checks and managing the onboarding of new hires. All new hire documentation to be stored in
• the HR personnel files as well as e-files to be submitted directly to Head Office.
• Supporting the payroll process by collecting and verifying timekeeping data, assisting with benefits
• enrolment, and resolving payroll-related inquiries through Head Office Payroll division.
• Ensuring adherence to company policies, procedures, and legal requirements related to employment, safety, and other HR functions.
• Assisting with employee inquiries, concerns, and requests, and escalating issues as needed.
• Supporting training initiatives by coordinating logistics, tracking attendance, and assisting with the onboarding process for new hires.
• Providing administrative support for various HR functions, including scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and maintaining office supplies. Any other lawful tasks as required by the HR Generalist or General Plant manager.
• Preparing reports on HR metrics, such as headcount, turnover, and absenteeism, and analysing data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Implementing and supporting employee engagement initiatives through Head Office or the General Plant manager, such as employee recognition programs, social events, and corporate gifting.
• Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by implementing safety procedures with the HSE Officer, conducting regular safety inspections, and promoting awareness of safety regulations as required.
• Primarily escalate the disciplinary and grievances to IR by ensuring all relevant information is gathered as well as assisting to schedule hearings, take minutes of the meetings, scan and file all documentation for record keeping. Send invitations to all necessary parties. Assist with CCMA/Bargaining council referrals by escalating timeously to Head Office and IR division. May be required to issue warnings or bear witness from time to time.
• Monitor the punctuality of all staff at the plant including the labour broker employees and liaise with the third
• party on late comings/poor attendance.
• Send out memos and other notification approved by HR Generalist and General Plant Manager to staff on attendance and punctuality.
• Request clocking reports and leave balances from Payroll to track and analyse the attendance of the staff
  and report to management and IR on habitual offenders.

• Human Resources Diploma/ Degree.
• Min 5 years' experience as a HR administrator at manufacturi
  
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• Degree in related field
• 5-8 years experience within the transport, logistics or freight forwarding industry
• Knowledge and experience in business development in the Logistics Industry at large with a proven record essential
• Knowledge and experience of all modes of transportation within South Africa and neighboring countries is an advantage
• Experience with New Business Development, Selling, Cross-Selling, Sales Proposals, Sales Forecasting, Project Management, Presentations, Salesforce, Revenue Growth, Account Management
• Own car with valid drivers license

• Matric
• Electrical or Mechanical Diploma (advantageous)
• Proven track record in the coffee industry
• Skills & Knowledge Required:
• Experience with beverage equipment, including vending, traditional, and fully automatic machines (preferred)
• Solid understanding of SHEQ practices
• Strong time management and administrative skills
• Valid drivers license
• Advanced knowledge of the water and coffee cycle

• Repair and fault-find (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and software) for coffee, slush and other dispense machines
• Calibrate, program, and test equipment to ensure top coffee quality
• Install equipment and perform preventative maintenance
• Communicate clearly with clients and managers on-site
• Accurately complete job cards, tool checks, and stock records
• Maintain high standards of work, safety, cleanliness, and professionalism
• Escalate technical issues timeously and follow up where needed
• Ensure that vehicle inspection is done once a week and submitted to the Operations department
• Administrators.
• Submit stock orders timeously.
• Manage car stock to ensure minimal inventory variance and enough stock to deliver quality service.
• Accurately complete calls on the App
• Available to work overtime on standby and weekends as per the standby schedules
• Responsible management of tools and spares
• Uphold company values and ethics at all times
• Deliver quality workmanship with cost-awareness

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (Masters advantageous)
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA highly preferred
• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with 5+ years focused on solar PV systems and grid connectivity
• Strong understanding of REIPPPP processes and public offtake project requirements
• Expertise in solar system design, grid integration, and energy storage solutions
• Proven leadership and project management experience, including cross-functional team coordination
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Ensure discipline strategy development during set-up to meet project deliverables.
• Offer general project support and problem solving on technical matters arising.
• Use knowledge of scope on current and recent projects to promote re-use of engineering where possible.
• Review key discipline documentation and drawings produced on projects.
• Develop electrical strategy and design criteria to suit the unique project/client requirements.
• Produce regular project status reports.
• Generate post-project feedback.

• Review and approve cable schedules that list all cable details and lengths.
• Generate scope of work specifications with technical requirements for each package.
• Assist in developing, managing and controlling the discipline cost and man-hour estimates.
• Produce discipline specific designs according to schedule and budget.
• Maintain effective engineering input/output of design office.
• Client relationship.
• Maintain effective inter-discipline requirements.
• Manage and interface with Clients, suppliers and contractors to meet project objectives.

• Provide suggestions for improving internal work methods and procedures on an ad-hoc basis.
• Quality and safety.
• Regularly review and contribute towards improvement of procedures and systems.
• Ensure all QA procedures and guidelines are followed in all daily activities.
• Participate in quality assurance audits.
• Monitor vendor quality.
• Monitor site quality.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the Clients management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

• Professionally, the successful candidate will be a B.Sc / B.Eng or B.Tech (Electrical) graduate and preferably registered with ECSA as a professional engineer.

• A proven track record of 8 to 10 years plus experience in engineering design and project management, within a processing or petrochemical plant projects environment, is required for this position.

• Project management - knowledge of basic project management methods and knowledge of all project life cycle phases.
• Electrical distributions and transmission - knowledge of electrical transmission and distribution systems and techniques.
• Electrical network - network systems and techniques.
• Cables and wires -
  
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