ARMAMENTS CORPORATION OF SOUTH AFRICA (ARMSCOR) VACANCIES

ARMAMENTS CORPORATION OF SOUTH AFRICA (ARMSCOR)

FINANCIAL OFFICER
JOB GRADE: C2
Reference Number: 9993249
Research and Development Operations has a vacancy for a Financial Officer at Gerotek Test Facilities. Applications are invited from people who meet the qualification and experience requirements below:

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Provisioning of a complete cashbook and petty cash function by ensuring accurate allocation of receipt and payment transactions in compliance with accounting principles. Ensure proper control over property, plant and equipment and controlled items of the Armscor Group’s practices and procedures.

CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Capturing of creditors transactions, i.e. accurate matching of the purchase order to invoices, capturing of invoices to finance system. Including obtaining of invoice certification by authorised personnel and make payments within30 days.
Capturing of commercial sales transactions in the financial systems, i.e. issuing sales quotations as per approved tariffs and invoicing clients as per Armscor policies/practices.
Management of debtors’ collection process in line with Armscor policies and procedures.
Capturing of inventory transactions in the finance systems, i.e. capturing counting results and conducting spot check during inventory count.
Capturing of the division fixed assets transactions in the finance system including addition of new assets, barcoding and verification and conducting annual assessment of asset useful life.
Support function to Manager: Finance in establishing a credit facility for new clients and increase of credit facility and reviews of credit facility within the division.
Prepare monthly reconciliations of assets, creditors, debtors, bank, petty cash, fleet card, loan account and conduct month end closure.
Verify that the tax invoice complies with the VAT Act especially in cases where the supplier is registered for VAT.
Process payments if invoices and supporting documents are correct; for approval by authorised signatories.
Responsibility for checking subsistence and travel (S & T) claims and petty cash forms and reimbursements.
Do cash flow planning for the day, report on daily cash flow requirements to Armscor Corporate Finance. Under guidance, responsible for moderately complex accounting activities relating to monitoring the flow of funds.
Correctly capture transactions to update other modules, e.g. Debtors, Creditors and General Ledger at month-end.
Reconcile petty cash balance, fuel fleet cards payments made and cash received to the approved float and replenish petty cash and fuel cards as and when necessary.
Capture bank statement transactions on Accpac.
Liaise with internal and external clients to handle queries and provide assistance and/or information.
Assist with insurance matters as required and perform ad hoc insurance activities.
Stand-in for colleagues as and when required.
Provide Internal and External auditors with documentation required and other queries.
Capture loan account transactions on the Accpac System.
Filing of petty cash re-imbursements, fleet card transactions and S & T documents.
All related functional area documents are filled in a manner that will make it easy to retrieve them during audit.

QUALIFICATIONS:

National Diploma in Accounting/Commerce

EXPERIENCE:

1-2 years’ experience in a fi nance related environment

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

Functional knowledge of relevant legislation (PFMA, VAT Act)
Knowledge of financial systems (e.g. Accpac)
Knowledge of cashbook processing
Knowledge of bank and petty cash reconciliations
Knowledge of the process for handling and replenishment of petty cash

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 23 August 2024.
Late applications will not be considered.

Enquiries: Ms Thato Khahleli (012 428 2469)

MANAGER: APPLIED SCIENCE
JOB GRADE: E1
REFERENCE NUMBER: 9993218
Research and Development Business Unit has a vacancy for a Manager: Applied Science at Institute for Maritime Technology (IMT) in Simon’s Town, Western Cape. Applications are invited from people who meet the qualification and experience requirements below:

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The Manager holds the responsibility of operational planning, management of the section (employees, budgets and technology) as well as giving direction of the Section Technology Plan (10 years scope) including providing systems and technology support to the SA Navy and other clients.

CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS:

To formulate and implement divisional (IMT) strategies and plans and align these strategies and plans with the departmental and corporate objectives.
To manage the budget of the section in a cost effective manner (R 50 million). Manage the Underwater Sensors and Systems Section performance against agreed targets and budgets, and within policies and standards as referenced in ARMSCOR Management Documents and IMT ISO 9001 procedures.
To manage, develop, maintain and motivate individuals and teams and to build constructive relationships between individuals within the section and division (including discipline, grievance, counselling, morale and motivation, culture and attitudinal development and quality management issues).
To recruit, interview, select, maintain and develop well-qualified staff.
To do performance management of the team by contracting performance and development contracts, monitoring performance and provide performance feedback to all team members.
To do succession planning for all key positions as well as knowledge retention planning for all employees older than55 years in the section in order to ensure business continuity
To communicate all relevant information to the subordinates via meetings and all other relevant forms of communication
To facilitate effective corporate governance business practices.
To provide inputs to the development, implementation and maintenance of the risk management plan of the IMT division.
To manage and improve the services/products provided to the customer base.
To provide inputs to the procedures and practices that affect the entire division within the framework of the department’s requirements.
To develop and maintain constructive relationships between stakeholders (internal and external) in order to promote synergy and build a productive environment.
To manage the remuneration of employees in the best interest of both the employee and the organisation by ensuring that team members are remunerated in a cost effective and fair manner in relation to their contribution.
Leadership and mentorship of technology experts in section
To participate in and contribute to the efforts of senior management of IMT
Establish, promote and maintain client interface.
Working as part of the IMT management team to establish and accomplish organizational goals and to identify and resolve problems.
Identify, develop and direct the implementation of the section’s long term (10 year scope) technology plan guided by departmental and organisation strategic objectives and customer long-term and strategic objectives requirements.
Represent Section on the Navy/IMT Technology Coordination Committee (ITCC) and Research Institute Management Committees (RIMC’s).
Provide System Level Specialist Consultancy in the applicable technology areas of the section as contribution to the analysis of operations of naval systems and the environment in which they operate.
Development and maintenance of client interface and communication (Top ranking; SA Navy officials, DOD technology officials and international technology professionals, other government agencies (DDT, DST, etc.))
Tailor and lead Systems and/or Software Engineering effort wrt technology and client requirements. Ensure the tailoring and execution of system and/or software engineering principles to technology development within the SA Navy practical environment
Ensure Quality Assurance conformance wrt to work in section
Deliver excellent customer service by giving high priority to understanding customer’s requirements and ensuring that customer needs are either met or exceeded.
Ensure that the section activities meet with and integrate with organisational requirements for quality management, health and safety, legal stipulations, environmental policies and general duty of care.
Maintain awareness and knowledge of the applicable technology areas within the section related contemporary development, technologies, methods and concepts, and provide suitable interpretation to the IMT SEM, other IMT section managers, IMT staff and clients.
Empower the section’s personnel by creating a sense of ownership of jobs or projects by providing clear expectations, control of resources, responsibilities, and coaching; offering help without removing responsibility.
Directly responsible for planning, structuring and monitoring completion of project milestones within budget and schedule with combined budget of > R25 million per annum.
Manage technical assets and facilities within the section to the value of an additional R25 million.
Identify and recognize opportunities to delegate and utilise employees optimally by ensuring that time, skills, and potential is effectively applied.
Convey persuasively the purpose and importance of the delegated task while also considering organizational values, employee’s expertise and past contributions, and opportunities for development when delegating assignments.
Delegate with clarity by giving appropriate guidance and instruction, providing staff with resources and support to complete assignments and assigns tasks clearly, detailing required actions, constraints, deadlines, anticipated problems, and resource suggestions.
Delegate responsibility and decision making to employees and demonstrate willingness to give up part of own authority and job responsibilities while providing the level of authority needed to accomplish end results.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Master’s Degree in Science/Physics or the applicable applied physics or mathematical sciences. Additionally, an applicable middle management qualification will be preferred.
Qualifications must be from a recognised university.

TECHNICAL / LEGAL CERTIFICATE / PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION

Professional registration from recognised scientifi c body (e.g. SAIP) – desirable

EXPERIENCE:

At least 12+ years’ experience preferably in the military environment
Management of strategic competencies in a technology/scientific environment
Project, contract and engineering/scientific management
Experience in applied Naval System Technology
Experience in the design, performance, and/or operational utility of naval systems in the applicable technology area
Knowledge and ability to develop innovative solutions to the war fighter’s needs
Experience interfacing, communicating and presenting to all levels of the organization including senior level executives and customers
Experience leading teams of technical experts and engineers/scientists coupled with technical problem solving ability

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

Problem solving and decision making techniques
Techno-military trends internationally
Techno-military trends in Africa
State of the local capability
IMT Management Information System
Strategic Technology Management and Coordination
Strategic Capability Management
Client Interface Development & Maintenance
Project Strategy Management
Financial Management
Quality Management
Project Tasking
Information Management
Risk Management
Requirements Management
Design Management
Implementation Management
Integration Management

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 23 August 2024.
Late applications will not be considered.

Enquiries: Ms Thato Khahleli (012 428 2469)

MANAGER: SUPPORT SERVICES AND MAINTENANCE
JOB GRADE: D4
REFERENCE NUMBER: 9993251
Research and Development Department has a vacancy for a Manager: Support Services and Maintenance in Alkantpan Test Range division at Prieska, Northern Cape. Applications are invited from people who meet the qualification and experience requirements below:

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The Manager holds the responsibility for operational planning and management of a division including aspects such as management of employees and budgets.

CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS:

To formulate and implement divisional strategies and plans and align these strategies and plans with the departmental and corporate objectives.
To 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 do performance management of the team by contracting performance contracts, monitoring performance and provide feedback on performance to all team members.
To do succession planning for all key positions in the division in order to ensure business continuity.
To communicate all relevant information to the team member 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 policies and practices that affect the entire function/department within the framework of the organisation’s policies.
To develop and maintain constructive relationships between stakeholders (internal and external) in order to promote synergy and build a productive business environment.
To manage the remuneration of employees in the best interest of both the employee and the organisation by ensuring that team members are remunerated in a cost effective and fair manner in relation to their contribution.
To actively participate in the strategic planning of Alkantpan to ensure sustainable income and quality service delivery.
Manage Support Services and Maintenance division effectively and professionally to meet business operations objectives.
Manage Electrical Maintenance Services to support the business operations of the division.
Manage the implementation of the energy saving initiatives.
Manage the preventive maintenance and operations of vehicles, machinery, heavy equipment, and infrastructure including shooting points, electrical and conditioning systems.
Manage effectively the calibration of equipment within the division.
Manage serviceability of conditioning chambers to effectively provide ammunition condition services to tests and general test support.
Manage the outsourced vehicle maintenance services contract.
Manage the game system in a manner to maintain a balanced biodiversity.
Manage the general waste disposal system.
Manage the water reticulation system to ensure continuous supply of clean drinking to Alkantpan Lodge and Range.
Manage operational and safety risks within the division.
Initiate and generate procedures that reduce risks from occurring.
Preparation of submissions and quotations.
Manage skills training of divisional personnel.
Arrange and coordinate the compulsory statutory training for Alkantpan personnel.
Formulate strategies of Support Services and Maintenance division.
Manage Operational and Capex budget of Support Services and Maintenance business unit.

QUALIFICATIONS:

BSc (Mechanical) Eng Degree/BTech (Mechanical)
A Post graduate degree and/or Business Management degree will be an advantage

TECHNICAL / LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION

Engineering Council of South Africa

EXPERIENCE:

9 – 12 years’ experience which must include experience on supervisory / team leader level

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

Technical interpretation of client specifications and planning of tests accordingly
Project Management
Financial Management and planning
Problem solving techniques with regard to clients as well as personnel
Thorough knowledge of the total service of Alkantpan to enable proper marketing and stakeholder engagement
Research methodologies with regard to International Standards for tests
Principles of Maintenance Management
Knowledge of Strategic Management

SENIOR AMMUNITION MARKING TECHNICIAN
JOB GRADE: D1
Reference Number: 9993239
Acquisition department has a vacancy for a Senior Ammunition Marking Technician. Applications are invited from people meeting the qualifications and experience requirements set out below:

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The refinements, introduction and maintenance of Ammunition Marking drawings to local (and international)ammunition requirements as rendered to Armscor Project Managers (APMs), the Department of Defence (DOD) and Defence Industry.

CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS:

The effective and continuous preparation, checking, maintenance of a wide variety of ammunition drawings for Landwards systems, Air Force systems, Naval systems and Military Health Services
Advise to stakeholders in terms of in-house ammunition document requirements.
The continuous supply of information, advice, training to Armscor personnel, DOD personnel on the National Military Stock Codification System and ammunition marking.
Periodic reporting to the Ammunition Marking Specialist on the status (new/obsolescent) of ammunition and their related documentation.
Guidance to stakeholders in terms of the correct, military stock codification identification groups, classes, RAINs, description and application.
Identify, verify and advise on any ammunition marking discrepancy to various stakeholders.
Present and negotiate in order to defuse discrepancies amongst industry ammunition experts (i.e. Export technical requirements).
Confirmation and interpretation of complex enquiries of stakeholders from Ammunition and Explosive Technical Manuals (A&ETMs).
Provide direct support to the Ammunition Marking Specialist for technical as well as administrative requirements.
Manage own inventory of assets (drawings and manuals).
The continuous revision of ammunition marking drawings to conform to international safety and health hazards, standards and / or specifications.
Perform quality assurance on and ensure accuracy of ammunition marking documentation created for the DOD by the industry and Armscor.
Be responsible for the configuration control of the explosives register of the Explosive Board of South Africa.
Be responsible for the generation of explosive certificates for the Defence Industry.
Attendance of the Explosives Board meetings.
Attendance of the Insensitive Munitions Steering Committee.
Attendance of the Ammunition Indaba.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Grade 12
National Mechanical/Chemical Engineering Diploma
Preferably also a qualified Ammunition Fitter artisan or armourer

EXPERIENCE:

4-7 years’ experience in military ammunition management and in a diverse range of ammunition types, categories, classes, explosives, safety categories, their packaging and transport requirements is mandatory
Experience in usage of drawing/design software packages such as CAD / Imagineer optional.

KNOWLEDGE & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:

Drawing/design software packages such as CAD / Imagineer optional
Sound and in-depth knowledge of a diversified range of ammunition types, categories, classes, explosives, safety categories, handling, packaging, marking and transport.
Strong knowledge of DOD ammunition marking policy documentation.
Strong knowledge and skills to exercise configuration control on ammunition marking.
Average knowledge of quality concepts and processes.

To apply, send your application 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 21 August 2024.
Late applications will not be considered.

Enquiries: Ms Tshegofatso Mtegha (012 428 2410)

SCAFFOLD HAND
JOB GRADE: B1
Reference Number: DY24/05/02
Armscor Dockyard, situated in Simons Town in the Western Cape, has a vacancy for a Handyman.Applications are invited from people meeting the qualifications and experience requirements set out below.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To assist skilled Chief Handyman, Supervisor or Section Manager with a variety of scaffolding activities, maintenance and services. To supply an effective and efficient scaffolding service to the South African Navy and Armscor Dockyard.

CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Erection of Scaffolding on-board vessels, in workshops and in the dockyard area.
Maintenance and upkeep of all scaffolding equipment.
Understand and apply all applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
Transport variety of tools, equipment and supplies safely to the job site to enable work to progress efficiently.
Cleaning equipment as guided and directed.
Safely utilise basic hand and power tools.
Assist with docking and undocking of vessels at the Dry Dock and Synchrolift under the guidance of the Dockmaster.
Perform general cleaning of workshop and mess areas by wiping up spills, sweeping, vacuuming and removing waste.
Provide transport and lifting capability support by driving a fork lift and cherry picker.
Cleaning of ablutions.
Dusting and polishing of all office furniture and telephones.
Remove all waste for disposal.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Grade 12
A certificate of competence for scaffold erecting will be an added advantage
A forklift and cherry picker licence will be an added advantage

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 1 year experience in erecting and dismantling scaffold in an industrial or similar environment.

SPECIAL PROFICIENCY/SKILLS

Ability to assist skilled workers in the execution of their duties.
Knowledge of general hand and power tools.
5S Cleaning standards
Basic safety practices
Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
Ability to work on a Scaffold
Must be willing to work overtime
Basic knowledge of Safety and Health Regulations

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 20 AUGUST 2024.
Late applications will not be considered.

Enquiries: Ms Rochelle Biegnaar (021 787 3187)

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