Manager: Gerotek Training

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)