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SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)
ADMINISTRATOR: COMMITTEE
Details
Closing Date
2026/07/27
Reference Number
SAB260710-1
Job Title
Administrator: Committee
Job Type
Full Time
Branch
Operations
Division
Standards
Department
Processes and Support
Job Grade
C1
Number of Positions
1
Location - Town / City
Pretoria
Location - Province
Gauteng
Location - Country
South Africa
Minimum Education Level
Higher Certificate
Job Category
Other
Job Advert Summary
About SABS
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS); promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services; and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in a dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.
SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy.
Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used solely for purposes of recruitment and more specifically for the position you have applied for and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law.
Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Purpose Statement
To provide administrative support to standards writers, SABS committees and chairpersons of SABS committees.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification
- Diploma in Administration, Office Management, Journalism, Records Management, Information Management, Archives and Records Management. (NQF Level 5)
Work Experience
- 1-2 years' work experience in Administration or a related environment involving records management, records administration, document control, compiling and maintaining records, minute taking, or information management (Operational Level)
Duties and Responsibilities
Functional Management
- Ensure that the annual planning for committee meetings is scheduled and coordinated within sphere of control.
- Arrange all logistics for committee meetings and coordinate pre- and post-meetings with the chairpersons and standards writers to follow-up on action items.
- Prepare and circulate agendas and relevant documentation for committees as per standards processes.
- Prepare minutes and resolutions taken at meetings in an effective and efficient manner within the stipulated timeline with all action items clearly indicated on the minutes.
- Circulate minutes and resolutions to relevant stakeholders within agreed timelines.
- Monitor and keep track of outstanding issues and action items on minutes and resolutions and advise relevant stakeholder on follow-up.
- Register stakeholders on the relevant system, ensure the completion of relevant forms and maintain and update stakeholder list of committees within sphere of control.
- Ensure that all stakeholders are communicated to within appropriate time frames regarding meetings, minutes and other relevant information.
- Upload new and amended SBPs after every meeting and post to the relevant database as required.
- Ensure that committee questionnaires are loaded on the system after every meeting.
- Act as point of contact and support to the Committees, SAC Secretary, Standards Writers and Chairpersons and provide assistance with other committee related documentation pertaining to the development of standards, and circulate all relevant documentation to committees.
- Archive all records pertaining to the committee, including minutes, resolutions, draft S.A. standards, and reports.
- Inform committee members of publications, and appointment of chairpersons.
- Forward chairperson documentation to nominees, and administer and submit the documentation for SAC approval.
- Ensure that all documentation within sphere of control is managed and updated as required.
- Provide administrative support where required to the team to ensure that all activities within sphere of control is managed effectively.
- Ensure that the relevant SABS Standards databases are updated and maintained, including the update of membership status, team members per committee and DSS stage codes.
- Ensure that the minutes on the relevant SABS Standards database are recorded properly and updated appropriately.
Risk and Compliance Management
- Assist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risks.
- Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit, Accreditation and regulatory requirements.
- Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.
Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation
- Coordinate the flow of information, providing a central point of contact for internal and external customer’s queries and/or complaints.
- Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.
- Attend meetings and present relevant information to stakeholders when required.
- Ensure the provision of excellent customer service.
- Resolve queries and problems within span of control and within agreed time frames.
- Follow up on unresolved queries, complaints where required.
- Liaise with relevant stakeholders regarding follow-up of information, as required.
Attachment
Advert _ Standards Commitee Administrator.pdf (229.49 kb) - 7/10/2026 11:11:37 AM
Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.
OPERATOR: LABORATORY SERVICES
Details
Closing Date
2026/07/24
Reference Number
SAB260713-2
Job Title
Operator: Laboratory Services
Job Type
Full Time
Branch
Operations
Division
Laboratory Services
Department
Electro Technical
Job Grade
C1
Number of Positions
1
Location - Town / City
Pretoria
Location - Province
Gauteng
Location - Country
South Africa
Minimum Education Level
Diploma | Advanced Certificate
Job Category
Other
Job Advert Summary
Purpose Statement
To ensure that the day to day operations of the laboratory is optimized so as to ensure effective and efficient service delivery to clients.
About SABS
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.
SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy. Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Diploma in a relevant scientific related field
- (NQF Level 5)
- Valid Driver’s Licence is essential
Experience
- 1-2 Years work experience within the relevant scientific environment
Duties and Responsibilities
Functional Management
- Prepare samples for analyses as per standard operating procedures.
- Ensure that all samples are packed according to their tested stages.
- Ensure that samples are classified according to their Laboratory protocols.
- Accurately track samples to ensure that all samples are accounted for.
- Conduct sampling analysis at sampling points or as instructed (cluster dependent) and basic routine testing as required.
- Collect and transport samples from required sites as per standard operating procedures. (cluster dependent)
- Comply with health, safety, security and administration regulations that apply to sampling sites. (cluster dependent)
- Receive, register and prepare test samples in the laboratory or onsite as per standard operating procedures and accreditation requirements.
- Where applicable record and monitor environmental testing conditions and escalate any deviations to relevant stakeholders.
- Develop a preventative maintenance and calibration plan and schedule as required in collaboration with the Test Officer.
- Carry out preventative and routine maintenance and/or calibration of laboratory equipment in area of responsibility.
- Report faulty equipment and breakdowns to the relevant stakeholders.
- Apply the appropriate maintenance and basic trouble shooting required for laboratory equipment maintenance and functioning.
Risk and Compliance Management
- Assist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risks
- Assist in the preparation and support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
- Maintain quality risk management standards in line with ISO, Accreditation and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain quality risk management standards in line with ISO requirements.
- Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation
Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.
- Participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.
- Attend meetings and present relevant information stakeholders when required.
- Ensure the provision of excellent customer service.
- Resolve queries and problems within span of control and within agreed time frames.
- Follow up on unresolved queries and complaints where required.
- Liaise with relevant stakeholders regarding follow-up of information, as required.
Attachment
Advert-Operator Laboratory Services.pdf (145.17 kb) - 7/13/2026 1:04:47 PM
Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.
SUPERVISOR: ENERGY CONSUMPTION, PRODUCTS & RELATED SERVICES (RE-ADVERT)
Details
Closing Date
2026/07/25
Reference Number
SAB260708-1
Job Title
Supervisor: Energy Consumption, Products & Related Services (Re-advert)
Job Type
Full Time
Branch
Operations
Division
Standards
Department
Standards Development
Job Grade
C4
Number of Positions
1
Location - Town / City
Pretoria
Location - Province
Gauteng
Location - Country
South Africa
Minimum Education Level
Diploma | Advanced Certificate
Job Category
Other
Job Advert Summary
About SABS
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS); promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services; and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in a dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.
SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy.
Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used solely for purposes of recruitment and more specifically for the position you have applied for, and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law.
Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Purpose Statement
To supervise the effective and efficient planning, organizing, leading and controlling of national, regional and international standards development, review and maintenance and related functions; conduct relevant research in order to support the development of standards roadmaps; provide professional stakeholder engagements aligned to the Divisional objectives and Organisation strategy.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification
- National Diploma / Diploma in Engineering: Electrical (NQF Level 6)
Work Experience
- 5 Years relevant work experience in Electrical Engineering field. (Operational Level)
- 2 Years supervisory/ team leader experience. (Supervisory Level)
Duties and Responsibilities
Functional Management
- Plan, schedule and supervise the team to support national, regional and international standards development, review and maintenance.
- Ensure that all targets are achieved according to the SABS standards, processes and requirements within defined time frames.
- Conduct and deliver quality research reports in support of standardisation roadmaps and related scopes
- Ensure standards deliverables meet the requirements of due process aligned to operating procedures and practices
- Support the team to ensure that all standards proposals meet the requirements of relevance and need (e.g., economic, industrial policy, social, health, safety, environment)
- Ensure the output of team members are effectively reviewed, monitored and achieved
- Support the team in taking on standards projects where required
- Keep abreast of standardisation trends within scope of control
- Acquire leadership roles in national, regional and international standardisation forums.
- Supervise and ensure that all standards development work is completed according to the requisite quality and specifications.
- Facilitate standards development training courses/workshops, where required
- Oversee the implementation and monitoring of all workflows and processes during the development process.
- Ensure effective and timely reporting of teams operational performance
- Monitor the programme of work within the area of responsibility with the opportunity to redistribute work and escalate accordingly.
Risk and Compliance Management
- Ensure the mitigation of the functional unit’s risk profile through the application of fraud controls and risk prevention principles and implementing of sound governance and compliance processes and tools to identify and manage risks.
- Responsible for the coordination and maintenance of quality risk management in line with ISO/SANS 31 000, Accreditation and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
- Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit, Accreditation and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the maintenance and enforcement of related Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.
- Ensure adherence in the team to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.
People Management
- Proactively supervise all resources in order to ensure that the operational plans are effectively executed.
- Maintain excellent human capital performance through employee empowerment, skills development and retention and succession planning within the team.
- Maintain an environment where employees respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all processes, procedures and practices.
- Contribute to diversity management initiatives.
- Implement a learning culture within scope of control.
- Execute performance management in line with the SABS policy within the team, and address performance challenges and develop subordinates to meet the expected performance standards.
- Provide support in recruiting and retaining key talent and other critically skilled personnel to manage internal processes and supervise the tactical, daily analytical work of the team.
- Train, guide and mentor team members, student interns, candidate and new Standards Writers in the area of responsibility, as required.
Stakeholder Management
- Identify and mitigate internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to gain feedback and ensure that standards are effectively developed through continuous improvement initiatives.
- Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.
- Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.
- Convene, chair and attend meetings and present performance and business related information relevant stakeholders when required.
- Actively liaise and build relationships with SABS clients and service providers so as to ensure that the service standards are met appropriately.
Attachment
Advert _ Supervisor - Energy Consumption Products & Related Services (re-advert) - 25072026.pdf (180.61 kb) - 7/10/2026 9:33:35 AM
Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.
TECHNICIAN: ICT ENGINEERING SUPPORT
Details
Closing Date
2026/07/26
Reference Number
SAB260713-1
Job Title
Technician: ICT Engineering Support
Job Type
Full Time
Branch
Corporate Services
Division
ICT and Knowledge Management
Department
ICT Help Desk and End User Support
Job Grade
C4
Number of Positions
1
Location - Town / City
Pretoria
Location - Province
Gauteng
Location - Country
South Africa
Minimum Education Level
Diploma | Advanced Certificate
Job Category
IT
Job Advert Summary
PURPOSE STATEMENT
To provide efficient and effective support for the SABS ICT systems, server, network, video and voice environment by resolving internal and external queries timeously thereby ensuring that SABS ICT resources are always available.
About SABS
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.
SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy.
Please note that application received after the closing date will not be considered.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
• Grade 12
• National Diploma / Diploma in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance or related fields (NQF Level 6).
• Microsoft Certified Systems Expert (MCSE): Core Infrastructure Certification id preferred.
• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundation Certification is essential.
• VMware VCP Certification is advantageous
• CCNA Certification is advantageous
Work Experience
• 3 years’ relevant work experience in an ICT Industry support environment, providing support at a 3rd line level.
• Proven track record in hardware and software repairs, installation of new or rebuild existing servers and configuring of hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, backup systems, etc.
• Proven track record in routing / Switching equipment including, but not limited to, Cisco, Dell, HP switches, routers and firewalls.
Duties and Responsibilities
Functional Management
- Provide maintenance and support services to SABS systems and infrastructure to ensure that all systems are fully operational and function as required.
- Ensure that ICT systems and services meet the strategic objectives of the SABS
- Provide and maintain available, reliable and secure systems, applications and operational services to all SABS premises.
- Log and track calls accurately and ensure that calls are timeously resolved and or escalated as required.
- Install new or rebuild existing servers and configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage in accordance with standards and project and operational requirements.
- Create, delete and suspend users contact and email accounts as required.
- Provide users and divisions with access to required network shares as required by relevant line managers
- Provide maintenance services to ensure that active servers and desktop computers are fully operational and functioning as required.
- Provide remote support either in person, telephonically or electronically, as required.
- Report, track and resolve hardware, communication and/or infrastructure failures.
- Install and configure systems as per market best practice.
- Perform daily systems monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes.
- Review system and application logs and provide relevant information as required.
- Provide tier two and three and other support per requests from the ticketing system by investigating and troubleshooting issues both remotely and on site.
- Repair hardware or software failures and data loss incidents and provide and implement recovery actions.
- Apply operating system patches and upgrade on a regular basis and upgrade administrative tools and utilities.
- Upgrade and configure system software that support SABS internal systems.
- Contribute to and maintain system standards plan and design audits to assess and address risks and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation.
- Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures.
- Prepare technical documentations and report on the operation systems and applications as required.
- Implement systems security and management processes in line with approved ICT policies and procedures.
- Conduct regular security monitoring of systems to identify any possible intrusions and ensure effective virus monitoring.
- Implement daily back-up operations to ensure that all required files systems and system data are successfully backed up to appropriate media.
- Monitor the SABS disaster recovery (DR) site and administer all critical data systems replications to the DR environment and ensure that all testing and verifications are completed efficiently.
- Perform system administration activities on an ongoing basis such as performance tuning, data management of RRM tools, hardware upgrades and resource optimization as required.
Risk and Compliance Management
• Assist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risks.
• Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain quality risk management standards in line with ISO and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and enforce all related Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.
• Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and standard operating procedures throughout the organisation.
Stakeholder Management
• Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.
• Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and task teams when required.
• Attend meetings and present relevant information to stakeholders when required.
• Ensure efficient communication to all relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure the provision of excellent customer service.
• Resolve and follow-up on queries and problems within spams of control and within agreed time frames.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders regarding follow-up of information, as required.
Attachment
Advert -Technician ICT Engineering Support.pdf (152.94 kb) - 7/13/2026 12:27:20 PM
Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.
HUMAN CAPITAL BUSINESS PARTNER
Details
Closing Date
2026/07/21
Reference Number
SAB260706-1
Job Title
Human Capital Business Partner
Job Type
Full Time
Branch
Corporate Services
Division
Human Capital Management
Department
Human Capital Management
Job Grade
D2
Number of Positions
1
Location - Town / City
Pretoria
Location - Province
Gauteng
Location - Country
South Africa
Minimum Education Level
Bachelors Degree | Advanced Diploma
Job Category
Human Resources
Job Advert Summary
Purpose Statement
To provide generalist human capital business partnering services to SABS and to drive compliance with the SABS Human Capital policies and procedures nationally.
About SABS
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.
SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy. Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Diploma + Advanced Diploma / B-Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Social Science or a related field
- NQF level 7
- South African Board for People Practices (SABPP) registration is preferred
Experience
- 8 years’ relevant work experience in human resources
- 4 years specialist experience
- Proven track record in driving and implementing generalised human capital business partnering initiatives within a corporate environment
- Must have experience in Employee Relations, Recruitment & Selection, Performance Management, Change Management, Talent Management as well as Learning & Development.
Duties and Responsibilities
Functional Management
- Implement the strategic objectives of the Human Capital Management function within all business units.
- Implement and attend to the day-to-day general Human Capital requirements of lines of business within area of control.
- Develop an understanding of the business and provide solutions tailor-made for business needs.
- Ensure that relevant projects are managed and implemented within set timeframes, and as per the project scope and plan, and track and report on the project status.
- Adhere to sound project management principles such as analysis, scope, risk mitigation, change management, and project learnings.
- Provide guidance to line management and employees and implement sound employee relations initiatives and practices, within scope of control.
- Compile monthly reports on Human Capital metrics and challenges with area of responsibility.
- Ensure data integrity in administration of processes and documents.
- Attend to any delegated matter falling within the scope of responsibility.
- Drive and implement sound employee relations practices within areas of responsibility and ensure that business units comply with employee relations protocols and standards
- Drive and implement change management and employee relations processes and plans within the area of responsibility.
- Monitor trends and design specific Human Capital interventions to drive performance optimisation.
- Gain a thorough understanding of the human capital value proposition and remuneration principles and philosophy and implement accordingly within scope of control
- Conduct internal remuneration parities and administer compensation changes in collaboration with the Specialist: Compensation and Benefits.
- Create awareness within business of recognition and reward and compensation principles.
- Prepare workforce plans in line with business objectives.
Risk and Compliance Management
- Assist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risks.
- Provide input and review Human Capital policies and procedures as required.
- Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain quality risk management standards in line with ISO and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain and enforce all related Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.
- Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.
Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.
- Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.
- Convene and attend meetings and present relevant information stakeholders when required.
- Ensure the provision of excellent customer service.
- Resolve queries and problems within span of control and within agreed time frames.
- Follow up on unresolved queries and complaints where required.
- Liaise with relevant stakeholders regarding follow-up of information, as required.
- Provide general human capital subject-matter advocacy and expertise to all relevant stakeholders.
- Manage internal and external relationships to ensure that best practices are implemented across the organisation.
Attachment
Advert - Human Capital Business Partner_.pdf (187.17 kb) - 7/6/2026 4:07:30 PM
Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.
SPECIALIST: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Details
Closing Date
2026/07/17
Reference Number
SAB260624-1
Job Title
Specialist: Supply Chain Management
Job Type
Full Time
Branch
Finance
Division
Finance
Department
Supply Chain Management
Job Grade
D2
Number of Positions
1
Location - Town / City
Pretoria
Location - Province
Gauteng
Location - Country
South Africa
Minimum Education Level
Bachelors Degree | Advanced Diploma
Job Category
Finance
Job Advert Summary
About SABS
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS); promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services; and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in a dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.
Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used solely for purposes of recruitment and more specifically for the position you have applied for and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law.
SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy.
Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Purpose Statement
To manage and execute the sourcing and tender processes for the acquisition of goods and services for the SABS in compliance with National Treasury prescripts, SABS procurement policies, the PFMA, PPPFA, and all other relevant legislation, ensuring transparent, fair, cost-effective and auditable procurement practices that support organisational objectives.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
• Advanced Diploma / B-Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management or related field (NQF Level7)
• Registration as member of CIPS (preferred)
Work Experiance
• 8 years relevant work experience in supply chain sourcing
• 4 years specialist experience
• Must have project procurement experience within a public sector environment
Duties and Responsibilities
Functional Management
- Develop sourcing plans for the procurement of goods and services for pipeline projects on behalf of the SABS in consultation with the Manager: Strategic Sourcing.
- Prepare and/or review documents or presentations for the tender committee and other approval committees.
- Provide supply chain and commercial advice to business unit managers regarding sourcing as per the demand plan.
- Ensure that supply chain and contractual risk assessments are conducted and that all risk mitigation factors are included in the terms and conditions.
- Lead in the sourcing of goods and services to promote inclusivity and support the SABS BBBEE objectives
- Ensure that all applicable legislation, instruction notes, practice notes, guidelines, policies and procedures are always adhered to during the supply chain sourcing process
- Ensure the development and implementation of supply chain strategies by sourcing category that result in real reductions in the total cost of ownership (TCO).
- Implement and execute the vendor selection
- Review and prepare requisition documentation to procure goods and services.
- Evaluate tender responses using Treasury regulations and recommendation of contractors to relevant committees and
- Implement and monitor the proposal and quotation process (RFI, RFP, RFQ) for the SABS and all other relevant activities within the procurement process.
- Source products and services in line with established SLAs and ensuring timeous delivery of goods and services.
- Provide support in the selection of appropriate suppliers and contractors, to promote good procurement practice with due regard to sustainability, ethical purchasing standards and
- Evaluate and verify supplier terms and conditions before acceptance and award of contracts.
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure the best value, after successful approval and sign-off.
- Manage the execution, tendering, evaluation, placement and monitoring of a portfolio of contracts including capital purchasing in consultation with the Manager: Strategic
- Effectively expedite on contract requests with the Legal
- Effectively expedite purchase order issuing and delivery of goods and services in collaboration with other Supply Chain Management functions.
- Lead cross functional sourcing teams in procuring goods and
- Conduct quarterly supplier reviews based on feedback from Compliance, Risk and Legal Services and monitoring of customer satisfaction.
- Develop, support and mentor other team members as and when required.
Risk and Compliance Management
- Assist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risks
- Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain quality risk management standards in line with ISO and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain and enforce all related Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.
- Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.
- Contribute to the development of Policies and Procedures for the Business Unit where required.
Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.
- Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.
- Convene and attend meetings and present relevant information stakeholders when required.
- Ensure the provision of excellent customer service.
- Resolve queries and problems within span of control and within agreed time frames.
- Follow up on unresolved queries and complaints where required.
- Liaise with relevant stakeholders regarding follow-up of information, as required for tender requests.
Attachment
Advert - Specialist SCM.pdf (188.79 kb) - 7/3/2026 10:11:36 AM
Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.
