MANUFACTURING, ENGINEERING AND RELATED SERVICES SETA (MERSETA) VACANCIES

​INTERNAL & EXTERNAL ADVERT 
 
We have excellent opportunities for the following professionals to join the Corporate Services Division.
 
SENIOR ASSET CONTROL OFFICER (C5) 
Reference Number: SACO/HO/19/02/26 
Salary level: R57 679,46 per month 
FIXED-TERM CONTRACT: UNTIL 31 MARCH 2027 HEAD OFFICE 
 
Purpose: The position will be responsible for implementing comprehensive asset management improvements, including system upgrades, policy enhancements, and the resolution of historical asset register discrepancies, in alignment with Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) compliance requirements. 
 
Key Responsibilities 
The ideal candidate should be able to fulfill and perform the following key responsibilities: 

• Support the Office Services Manager and Specialist Asset Management in conducting comprehensive assessments of all existing property and equipment assets and verifying the accuracy of current asset records. 
• Collaborate with Finance, ICT, and Supply Chain units to ensure effective interlink and coordination of asset management processes across divisions. 
• Assist in identifying and implementing improvements to current asset management systems, tools, controls, and protocols to address identified gaps and weaknesses. 
• Work with the Manager: Office Services to develop and implement enhanced internal control systems for property and equipment management. 
• Participate in the development and delivery of training programs for Office Services and Asset Management staff, as well as merSETA employees, to ensure common understanding of updated Property and Equipment Management procedures and protocols. 
• Support the quality control process for Asset Management data in the Asset Register by reviewing and analysing reports, and identifying life-cycle events and discrepancies. 
• Collaborate in the implementation of robust asset tagging and tracking systems (e.g., barcodes, RFID) for efficient asset tracking and regular record updates. 

 
Qualifications

• A 3-year Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in one of the following fields—or an equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification that matches a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas 
  • Facilities Management 
  • Finance or related field 

 
Experience:

• 5 years’ experience in asset management preferably in a financial or organizational setting with responsibility for managing fixed asset registers and compliance. 

 
Computer Literacy: 

• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 

 
Knowledge, and Skills 

• Knowledge of all applicable legislations 
• Project Management Skills 
• Collaboration Skills 
• Writing and reporting Skills 
• Relationship Management Skills 
• Attention to Detail Skills 

 
 
Offer
The merSETA, offers a competitive salary package and an opportunity to work with a dynamic and diverse team. If you meet the requirements and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application for consideration. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 19 February 2026 
 
The merSETA is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be given to suitably qualified Affirmative Action Candidates and People Living with Disabilities in line with the Employment Equity Plan. To apply for this opportunity, submit a fully completed job application form, a detailed curriculum vitae with three references, clearly quoting the Reference Number only as a subject in the email: recruitment@merseta.org.za
 
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not be contacted within 2 months after the closing date, please know that your application was not successful. 
The merSETA reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
 
NB: All applications without quoting “the Reference Number” in the subject line will be automatically disqualified. 
Applicants are required to follow all instructions as outlined in the advert when submitting their applications. 
This is re-advertisement of the vacancy applicants are encouraged to re-apply if they are still interested.

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The Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (merSETA,) is a Schedule 3A public entity established in terms of the Skills Development Act (Act No. 97 of 1998) Registration Number 17/merSETA, /01/04/20 to facilitate skills development for the Metal and Engineering, Motor Retail and Components Manufacturing, Automobile Manufacturing, Plastics Manufacturing and New Tyre Manufacturing Sectors Automotive Components Manufacturing Chamber.
 
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL ADVERT
 
We have excellent opportunities for the following professionals to join the Operations Division.
 
ADMINISTRATOR: GRANTS IMPLEMENTATION X3
Reference Number: AGI/HO/19/02/26
Salary Level : R28 039,77 pm
FIXED-TERM CONTRACT: 6 MONTHS
Head Office
Purpose: The purpose of this position is to provide efficient and effective administration support in the Grants Management Unit.
 
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate should be able to fulfil and perform the following key responsibilities:

• Liaise with internal stakeholders on payments, processes and procedures regarding the grants disbursement process to ensure the relevant region is always informed
• Update DG/Project Contract Information and Project Performance on Commitment Register on the Systems
• Communicate timely updates regarding project timelines to regional offices for them to align project service delivery
• Prepare RFI documents for internal and external audits ensuring correct and comprehensive submission
• Upload project documents such as and payment evidence on TPIMS and SharePoint
• Collate financial documents for review and approvals
• Prepare memos and MoA Addendums for change requests and submit for review to direct report
• Timely and efficiently prepare payment requisition packs for discretionary grants claims ensuring alignment with policies and procedures
• Verify figures in the payment requisition packs and ensure that evidence is in line with internal grant management processes
• Submit payment requisition packs to direct report for review and approval
• Capture discretionary grants claims on the tracking register ensuring that the register is always up to date

 
Qualifications and Experience

• A 3-year Diploma (NQF Level 6) in one of the following fields or an equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification that matches a 3-year Diploma in these areas:
  • Business Administration
  • Finance Management
  • Accounting
  • or related field
• 1 year experience in Administration in Grants Management or Finance

 
Advantageous

• A Bachelor's Degree (NQF Level 7) in one of the following fields or an equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification that matches a Bachelor's Degree in these areas:
  • Business Administration
  • Finance Management
  • Accounting
  • or related field
• More than 1 year experience in Administration in Grants Management or Finance

 
Knowledge and Skills

• Technical Skill and Competence
• Attention to Detail Skills
• Collaboration skills
• Communication Skills
• Computer literacy with solid knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Database 

 
Offer
The merSETA, offers a competitive salary package and an opportunity to work with a dynamic and diverse team. If you meet the requirements and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application for consideration.
 
CLOSING DATE: 19 February 2026
 
The merSETA is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be given to suitably qualified Affirmative Action Candidates and People Living with Disabilities in line with the Employment Equity Plan. To apply for this opportunity, submit a fully completed job application form, a detailed curriculum vitae with three references, clearly quoting the Reference Number only as a subject in the email: recruitment@merseta.org.za
 
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not be contacted within 2 months after the closing date, please know that your application was not successful.
The merSETA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
 
NB: All applications without quoting correct Reference in the subject line will be automatically disqualified.
 
Applicants are requested to follow all instructions as outlined in the advert when submitting their applications.