Our client in the Tourism sector (private game reserve), and based just outside of Grahamstown, is seeking to employ an experienced Mechanical Workshop Manager.

Please Note: This is a live-in position on the private game reserve – accommodation will be provided.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant Qualification – Diesel Mechanic Trade Certificate is preferable.
• At least 5 Years’ relevant work experience: Mechanical fault-finding, repair, and maintenance.
• Experience in managing a workshop.
• Valid driver’s license.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Hands-on supervision of all workshop activities.
• Perform trouble shooting and diagnostics procedure on: Farm equipment, including tractors, bulldozers, TLB’S, trucks, game viewing vehicles, LDV’s, passenger vehicles, trailers, as well as generators and other machinery.
• Record observations and findings during diagnostics run and decide on the correct method of repair, as necessary.
• Carry out weekly inspection of all vehicles for maintenance & schedule repair work.
• Ensure that warranties are properly followed up, monitored, and documented.
• Manage documented preventative maintenance program for all vehicles and machinery.
• Responsible for responding to stuck vehicles, accidents and other unforeseen issues when needed.
• Responsible for replenishing stock.
• Forecast and order spare parts for specific jobs.
• Ensuring that work is carried out safely and efficiently.
• Adhere to Health & Safety regulations.
• Manage Workshop staff and drive the focus of direct reports, holding individuals accountable for their KPI’s.
• Provide on-the-job training, as well as mentoring to helpers.
• Conduct final check / test driving for all vehicles / trucks prior to release.

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Our client in the Hospitality sector (private game reserve), and based just outside of Grahamstown, is seeking to employ a recently matriculated candidate as their Workshop / Mechanical Assistant; reporting to the Workshop Manager.

Please Note: This is a live-in position on the private game reserve – accommodation will be provided.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric (preferably from a technical school)
• Mechanical knowledge and basic experience
• Must be able to:
  • Strip and assemble CV joints
  • Strip and assemble brake shoes / discs
  • Strip and assemble propshaft

WORKSHOP ASSISTANT FUNCTION:

• Assist Mechanics in maintenance & repair of trucks, game viewing vehicles, LDV’s, and trailers.
• Upkeep of records as required.
• Carry out repairs and maintenance work on generators and other machinery as requested by the Workshop Manager.
• Ensuring that work is carried out safely and efficiently.
• Ensure that daily and weekly cleaning of the work area is done.
• Carry out any workshop related activities, as requested by the Workshop Manager.
• Must adhere to Health & Safety regulations.

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My client based outside Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape is looking for a Reservationist. Must have a degree or diploma at a reputable hotel school, 5 years’ prior Front of House experience in a 5* luxury property and 3 years’ experience in a similar position in a 5* property. Must have excellent communication skills, be computer literate (MS Office and OPERA), have experience in telesales and someone who is well organized. The position will entail handling reservations for all the lodges on the reserve, maintaining the client database and maximizing revenue through upselling. Single live in position – must be able / willing to work / live away from your loved ones.

Job Vacancy: Director of a well-established NPO Grahamstown/Makhanda The Director is the key management leader of this 103-year-old organisation with a considerable national and provincial reputation. The director is responsible for overseeing the administration, programmes, and strategic plan of the organisation. Other key duties include fundraising, marketing and community outreach. The position reports directly to the executive Management committee. Professional qualifications needed:
• Social work degree • Registered with SACSSP
• Five or more years senior Non-profit management experience in a social work field.
• Strong financial management skills
• Fundraising experience
• General management skills (all rounder)
• High level of strategic thinking and planning. Ability to envision and convey the organisations strategic future to the staff, board, volunteers and donors.
• Ability to effectively communicate, represent the organisation vision and mission to donors, (local, provincial as well as international) volunteers and the diverse community at large.
• Personal presence plus soft skills to work in a diverse workspace and public environment.
• Ability to liaise productively with relevant government departments.
• Multilingualism (Afrikaans, English and isiXhosa) an advantage.
Salary negotiable. Closing Date 31 of September
Please submit a motivation and CV to Directorspostgrahamstown@gmail.com

PRINCIPLE PURPOSE: To achieve sales by providing excellent Customer Service and knowledge. To manage and be responsible for a defined area within a store and provide detailed specialist advice SALES & SERVICE  To put the customer first at all times and to identify customer needs promptly and accurately. To provide advice, present the products and promote all services to customers  To gain an in depth and ongoing knowledge of the product and suppliers within a defined area.  Anticipate forthcoming sales or seasonal trends and manage full availability of the range.  To offer related sales and services in order that the customer is fully aware of the range and to increase the sale value  To meet customer requirements by accurately calculating, measuring and cutting fabric. Checking goods prior to sale, accurately processing through the till and packaging correctly in order to deliver customer satisfaction and reduce unnecessary loss  To communicate clearly, ensuring customer requests are met by exactly recording details on Special Orders and associated paperwork. Subsequently dealing with any queries and follow up calls when required Send CV to: sarah@erprogram.co.za