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Reference Number: | 9993371 |
Job Grade: | C3 |
Location: | IMT, Simon’s Town |
ABOUT THE JOB:
The role of the incumbent is to generate detailed manufacturing drawings that can be accurately manufactured in the IMT mechanical workshop within time limits and in accordance with approved standards.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Essential: N3 with Technical training in Technical drawings
- Added advantage: N6 Technical qualification
- Essential: 3-5 years’ experience as draughtsperson
CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS
The incumbent will be responsible to perform the following functions but not limited to;
- Interpret the need (verbal or rough sketches) as received from project team and translate into technical drawings.
- To generate detailed manufacturing drawings that can be accurately manufactured in the IMT mechanical workshop within time limits and in accordance with approved standards.
- Record appropriate and correct information on the drawings.
- Submit drawings for approval to clients.
- Safe storage and configuration of drawings in accordance to IMT processes and procedures.
- Do adjustments to technical drawings as required by the project team.
- Create a family tree to illustrate the relationship between parts and assemblies.
- Utilize applicable approved 3D cad software for drawings.
KNOWLEDGE & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:
- Knowledge of 3D cad software
- Knowledge of technical drawings
- Knowledge of workshop practices
- Knowledge of drawing standards
- Knowledge of configuration management standards
To apply, send your Curriculum Vitae to Vacancies@armscor.co.za
NB: All applicants must indicate reference number of the position they are applying for in the subject heading.
Short-listed candidates will be subjected to reference checking, verification of personal data and security clearance as part of the selection process. In line with Armscor’s commitment to compliance with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for applications is 02 May 2025. Late applications will not be considered.
Enquiries: Ms Thato Khahleli (012 428 2469)
Reference Number | 9993323 |
Job Grade | C3 |
Location | Gerotek Test Facilities |
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The incumbent will execute flavourful and quality meals to clients, design creative menu ideas, and conduct pricing structures to obtain customer satisfaction with minimum cost of sales. Ensure that HACCP regulations are implemented and carried out at all times.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- National Diploma: Culinary / Hospitality Management
- 2 - 3 years of food production in a Hospitality environment
CRITICAL PEROFORMANCE AREA
The incumbent will be responsible to perform the following functions but not limited to;
- The effective control Cost of Sales, control portions and quantities to be cooked on a daily basis.
- Monitor inventory to ensure minimum stock levels are maintained
- Achieve targeted gross profits through effective portion control and wastage limitation.
- Check quality of raw and cooked food to ensure that standards are met.
- Continuously demonstrate new cooking techniques and innovation in order to meet industry standard.
- Supervise, train & coordinate personnel in food preparation area.
- Coordinate planning, purchasing and communicate with project leaders to ensure smooth operations during events.
KNOWLEDGE & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
- Knowledge of kitchen appliances, how to be able to use them
- Knowledge of Health & Safety, Food Safety
- Problem solving techniques
- Menu design and costing
To apply, send your Curriculum Vitae to Vacancies@armscor.co.za
NB: All applicants must indicate reference number of the position they are applying for in the subject heading.
Short-listed candidates will be subjected to reference checking, verification of personal data and security clearance as part of the selection process. In line with Armscor’s commitment to compliance with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for applications is 29 April 2025. Late applications will not be considered.
Enquiries: Ms Thato Khahleli (012 428 2469)
Reference Number: | 9993367 |
Job Grade: | D1 |
Location: | Alkantpan Test Range (On-site) |
ABOUT THE JOB:
To render a professional ammunition service through the test and evaluation of products and systems in support of the local Defense Industry, the DOD and International Defense Industry.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Essential: Grade 12
- Essential: National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical) /or Diploma in Explosives Management
- Essential: Demolition certification/Blasting ticket
- Essential: Driver's licence (B) PRDP
- Added Advantage: Bachelor of Technology in Engineering (Mechanical) or Explosives Management
- Essential: 4 - 7 years’ relevant experience
CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREA
The incumbent will be responsible to perform the following functions but not limited to;
- Planning and execution of bulk disposal of ammunition and explosives in accordance with the Ammunition & Explosives Technical Manuals.
- Oversee the disposal of Unexploded Ordnance on the range (Single items) in accordance with the Ammunition & Explosives Technical Manuals."
- Plan, evaluate and oversee safe ammunition recovery at the impact areas.
- Ensure preventive maintenance and calibration on all ammunition related equipment. (Scales, thermometers, torque wrenches, material handling equipment).
- Plan and conduct routine inspection on all ammunition in the magazines at required intervals in accordance with the Ammunition & Explosives Technical Manuals.
- Fabricate/modify and implement non-standard or adapted/new test preparation/ disposal/ assembly techniques/tools (e.g. drilling jigs, furnaces, equipment used in the dismantling tasks).
- Sustain current business through providing expertise ballistic and ammunition know how to clients.
- Identify and mitigate ammunition related risks.
- Plan and execute ammunition dismantling tasks in accordance with the regulations.
- Compile Test Instruction for destructive tests according to the Ammunition & Explosives Technical Manuals and client specification.
- Attend and provide inputs to Pre-Test meetings and document reviews when required.
- Manage test personnel, clients and visitors during test.
- Manage changes during the test according to formal change procedures.
- Compile Certificate of Service to reflect cost incurred, obtain approval of Certificate of Service from clients.
- Ensure conformance to the Business Management System (e.g. SHE, Quality) and regulatory requirements in the execution of duties and may be required to act as internal auditor.
KNOWLEDGE & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:
- Comprehensive knowledge of military and commercial ammunition/explosives products
- Knowledge of complex ammunition (explosives components), including missiles and rockets
- Knowledge of Business Management System (quality, SHE)
- Project management knowledge
- Sound knowledge of ammunition test methods
- Knowledge of Explosives Act and OHS Act
- Sound knowledge of ballistics
To apply, send your Curriculum Vitae to Vacancies@armscor.co.za
NB: All applicants must indicate reference number of the position they are applying for in the subject heading.
Short-listed candidates will be subjected to reference checking, verification of personal data and security clearance as part of the selection process. In line with Armscor’s commitment to compliance with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for applications is 29 April 2025. Late applications will not be considered.
Enquiries: Ms Thato Khahleli (012 428 2469)
Reference Number: | 9993369 |
Job Grade: | D3 |
Location: | Gerotek Test Facilities (On-site) |
ABOUT THE JOB:
The role of incumbent is to maintain Gerotek Test Facilities position as an accredited driver training institution and a competitive entity in the driver training industry. The Manager holds the responsibility for operational planning and management of a division including aspects such as management of employees and budgets.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Essential: B Degree in Education (preferred)/Human Resources or equivalent to NQF Level 7.
- Added advantage: A Post graduate or Business Management Degree
- Added advantage: Training certificate as a driver trainer instructor in the traffic department/police/mining industry
- Added advantage: Registration with the relevant SETAs as:
- An Assessor
- Moderator
- Essential: 5 - 6 years’ experience which must include:
- Experience on supervisory/team leader level
- At least 3 years’ experience in a Training and development environment
- At least 3 years’ experience of working with SETAs and accredited program
- Experience as an assessor/facilitator/moderator/instructor in the driver training industry.
CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS
The incumbent will be responsible to perform the following functions but not limited to;
- To contribute to the formulation of divisional strategy and implement divisional strategies and plans in support of departmental objectives and in accordance with Armscor Practices and Procedures.
- To develop and manage the budget of the division in a cost effective manner.
- To manage, develop, maintain and motivate individuals and teams and to build constructive relationships between individuals within the division.
- To recruit, interview, select and maintain well qualified staff.
- To conduct performance management by setting performance contracts, monitoring performance, and providing feedback to team members.
- To contribute to succession planning for all key positions in the division in order to ensure business continuity.
- To communicate all relevant information to the team members via divisional meetings and all other relevant forms of communication.
- To facilitate effective corporate governance business practices.
- To develop, implement and maintain the risk management plan of the division.
- To manage and improve the services/products provided to the customer base.
- To develop and maintain constructive relationships between stakeholders (internal and external) in order to promote synergy and build a productive business environment.
- Implement effective control of the Business Unit’s assets through developing and keeping up-to-date asset registers.
- Appoint and manage the contracts of facilitators, assessors and moderators.
- Generate income for the business unit in line with the division’s financial objectives, by sourcing clients.
- Manage customer satisfaction levels through administering customer satisfaction surveys and implementing improvements
- Manage customer satisfaction with the learning programmes.
- Anticipating trends and changes in market needs and client objectives/needs and conducting financial forecasting.
- Interpret current and potential client requirements.
- Conducting Customer satisfaction surveys, analysing the results and implement improvement initiatives.
- Manage debtors in line with the division’s objectives.
- Manage BBBEE spending in line with the corporate and the divisional objectives.
- Conduct quality management by visiting training both onsite and off-site.
- Develop training material.
- Maintain Gerotek Training Accreditation by obtaining accreditation for Gerotek Learning programmes with the relevant training authorities.
- Execute actions according to the Stakeholder Management Plan.
KNOWLEDGE & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:
- Knowledge of Education, Training and development practices
- Extensive knowledge of working/interaction with SETAs
- Knowledge of the driver training industry practices
- Knowledge of research methodologies.
- Conflict resolution and negotiation skills
- Basic financial accounting skills
- Presentation skills
To apply, send your Curriculum Vitae to Vacancies@armscor.co.za
NB: All applicants must indicate reference number of the position they are applying for in the subject heading.
Short-listed candidates will be subjected to reference checking, verification of personal data and security clearance as part of the selection process. In line with Armscor’s commitment to compliance with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for applications is 29 April 2025. Late applications will not be considered.
Enquiries: Ms Thato Khahleli (012 428 2469)
JOB GRADE: B5
Reference Number: DY25/03/05
Armscor Dockyard, Operations Division has a vacancy for a Chief Handyman: Upholsterer. Applications are invited from people meeting the qualifications and experience requirements set out below.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To design, manufacture, repair and restore upholstery, equipment covering and provide an efficient and effective thermal insulation and lagging service capability to the fleet of the South African Navy, its various shore establishments and visiting ships.
CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS:
- To implement tasks as assigned by supervisors in line with estimated timelines.
- Interpret job card requirements and identify all required resources to perform a job.
- To adhere to Occupational Health and Safety regulations and initiate appropriate actions and rectify any unsafe activities.
- Conduct risk assessments and mitigate any identified risks.
- Identify procedures to be followed and collate all requirements.
- Execute the job adhering to all instructions, procedures, policies and regulations and stay within time and cost constraints.
- Liaise with, support and assist superiors, project managers and other sections to ensure optimum completion of jobs by Dockyard.
- Complete and maintain all applicable records.
- Abide by, promote and partake in all safety, health, environmental, quality and security requirements of the Dockyard.
Maintain a neat work place and ensure that tools and equipment are secured at the end of each shift.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12 or N3
- Upholster Certificate- NQF Level 3
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum three (3) years post qualification technical experience in the Upholstery or Equipment Cover or Insulation blanket manufacturing field.
SPECIAL PROFICIENCY/SKILLS
- Ability to utilize workshop hand tools such as knives, industrial scissors, an industrial sewing machine, and measuring tools.
- Interpret engineering systems drawings and specifications.
- An understanding of design and pattern making.
- Ability to work with numbers.
- Good hand-eye coordination
- Knowledge of different types of needles and thread.
- Ability to plan jobs accordingly in relation to resources required.
- Ability to utilize workshop lifting tackles and overhead cranes.
- Must be willing to work overtime
- Ability to work at heights, and in confined spaces.
- Ability to function as part of a team.
- Ability to recognise dangerous situations in the workplace.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Marine insulation and lagging experience will be an added advantage
To apply, send your application to careersdy@armscor.co.za
NB: All applicants must indicate reference number of the position they are applying for in the subject heading.
Short-listed candidates will be subjected to reference checking, verification of personal data and security clearance as part of the selection process. In line with Armscor’s commitment to compliance with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for applications is 15 April 2025. Late applications will not be considered.
Enquiries: Ms Zanele Masiza (021 787 3137)
Reference Number: | 9993363 |
Job Grade: | D2 |
Location: | IMT, Simon’s Town, Western Cape (Full time, on-site) |
ABOUT THE JOB:
The role of incumbent is to independently lead medium complex projects to provide expert systems and technology support to the SA Navy and other clients.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Essential: Grade12
- Essential: B-Tech or Advanced National Diploma in Information Technology or equivalent.
- Added advantage: M-Tech in Information Technology or equivalent will be an
- Added advantage: SACNASP registration
- Essential: 4-5 years’ experience in software development (with emphasis on Database Development)
- Essential: Experience in Microsoft .NET software development environment
- Essential: Experience in Microsoft SQL Server database development environment
- Added advantage: Python programming experience will be an advantage
CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS
The incumbent will be responsible to perform the following functions but not limited to;
- To design and develop computer models in order to simulate and to interpret results and to perform mathematical verification.
- Undertake research and make recommendations in area of responsibility.
- To provide software design tasks of a medium complex nature.
- To lead project teams consisting of multiple specialists and support personnel.
- To identify opportunities for project management process improvement.
- To define, investigate and analyse medium complex scientific problems, and develop cost effective solutions to the identified problems.
- To write scientific reports specifying raw data as well as interpretation of results.
- Execution of sub system and system tests (hardware / software) and document test results.
- Interpret measured results and propose actions and recommendations.
- Be responsible for making medium complex scientific decisions as part of scientific activities.
- Comprehend and apply knowledge of the widely applied principles underpinning good scientific practice and specialist knowledge.
- Provide consultancy advice to internal and external stakeholders on scientific activities.
KNOWLEDGE & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:
- Advanced knowledge of Database Development principles
- Advanced knowledge of applicable software packages (.NET).
- Advanced knowledge of applicable software packages (Microsoft SQL Server).
- Software design knowledge.
To apply, send your Curriculum Vitae to Vacancies@armscor.co.za
NB: All applicants must indicate reference number of the position they are applying for in the subject heading.
Short-listed candidates will be subjected to reference checking, verification of personal data and security clearance as part of the selection process. In line with Armscor’s commitment to compliance with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for applications is 03 April 2025. Late applications will not be considered.
Enquiries: Ms Thato Khahleli (012 428 2469)
Bursary Applications Now Open
Armscor, the Armaments Corporation of South Africa, in partnership with the Defence industry, is offering bursaries to exceptional learners through the Armscor Bursary Scheme. The aim of the scheme is to address the critical science and engineering skills of the Defence industry, by focusing on promoting and improving results in Mathematics & Natural Science subjects at schools. The bursaries will be awarded to learners from previously disadvantaged backgrounds who intend to study full time in the engineering and science fields of study. Read more...
Job Features
Job Category | Bursaries |
24 MONTHS FIXED – TERM CONTRACT
Armscor has training opportunities for Graduates in their Talent and Development Programme (TDP) with the following qualifications:
- BEng Mechanical Engineering
- BSc Biochemistry/ Microbiology
- BSc Eng. Electronics Engineering
- BSc Eng. Electrical Engineering
- BSc Computer Science Information / AI
- Bcom Computer Science and Info
- Diploma Graphic Design
PURPOSE OF THE PROGRAMME;
To provide educational activities within the Organisation that are designed to improve the job performance of an individual giving them exposure within the working environment that involves obtaining knowledge and skills set, that will assist graduates to equip themselves for the work environment.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION
QUALIFICATION
- A Degree in the mentioned qualifications above
EXPERIENCE:
- No Experience Required.
- On the job training will be provided.
CERTIFIED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
- Matric Certificate
- Academic Transcript or Graduation Letter
- ID Copy
CRITERIA OF APPLICANTS
- Only South African citizens will be considered.
- Applicants must be willing to relocate.
- Must not be older than 35 years of age.
- Must have a clear Criminal Record.
- A remuneration stipend will be paid on monthly basis until the end of the programme.
To apply, send your CV and supporting documents to TDP@armscor.co.za
NB: Short-listed graduates will be subjected to reference checking, verification of personal data and security clearance as part of the selection process. In line with Armscor’s commitment to compliance with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for applications is 29 February 2024. Late applications will not be considered.
Applicants who have not received any feedback after the closing date, must consider they application unsuccessful. Enquiries: Thuli Sibeko 012 428 2456