Job Description
About the Role
The Technical Administrator position is a pivotal role within our department, requiring a mature and highly organized individual who can manage multiple priorities with confidence and precision. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating workflow, enabling collaboration across departments, and ultimately assuming full accountability for service delivery and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage supplier relationships to secure competitive pricing and reliable availability
- Receive, log, and manage service calls with professionalism and clarity
- Prepare accurate and commercially sound quotations, balancing labour and spare costs
- Proactively follow up on quotations to secure approvals and close sales
- Provide regular and transparent updates to customers regarding job status, delays, and completion timelines
- Engage confidently with corporate clients, navigating procurement systems and adding value through professional, face-to-face interaction where required
- Track supplier invoices and accurately link them to corresponding job cards
- Convert job cards into sales orders, including accurate costing and consultant approvals
- Compile and deliver monthly sales and service reports to management
- Identify and re-engage lapsed customers with tailored service solutions
- Monitor sales histories and warranty periods to proactively offer servicing and maintenance
- Allocate and prioritize technician jobs to ensure punctuality, efficiency, and service excellence
Requirements
- Proven experience managing supplier relationships in a technical, service, or spare-parts environment
- Hands-on experience sourcing spare parts and negotiating pricing, lead times, and availability
- Strong understanding of supplier networks, procurement options, and alternative sourcing
- Experience maintaining optimal stock levels to support service delivery and reduce downtime
Qualifications
- Completed Matric (if applicable)
- Relevant degree or diploma (if applicable)
- Technical certification (if applicable)
Salary & Benefits
Not specified in the original job description.
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About Engineering Jobs in Gauteng
In Gauteng, the engineering job market is generally driven by the growth and development of various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and infrastructure development. This has led to a high demand for skilled engineers with expertise in fields such as mechanical, electrical, civil, and chemical engineering. Typically, these roles involve designing, developing, testing, and implementing solutions to real-world problems.
The salary range for engineering positions in Gauteng is typically broad, with junior engineers earning around R300 000 to R500 000 per annum, while senior engineers can earn upwards of R800 000 to over R1 200 000. However, it’s essential to note that salaries can vary greatly depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. For instance, engineers working in the technology industry may receive higher salaries than those in manufacturing or infrastructure development.
Common skills for engineering roles include proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, programming languages like Python or C++, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Engineers must also be able to communicate effectively with colleagues from other disciplines and manage projects from conception to completion. Other essential skills include familiarity with industry-specific standards and regulations, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Industry sectors that commonly employ engineers include financial services, technology, manufacturing, and infrastructure development. In these sectors, engineers play critical roles in designing and implementing solutions for complex problems, such as process optimization, product development, and system integration.
For career progression, engineers can typically expect to move into senior or leadership roles with experience and additional qualifications. Many engineers also choose to pursue advanced degrees, such as master’s or doctoral studies, to specialize in a particular area of engineering or transition into related fields like research and development or consulting.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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