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PASSENGER RAIL AGENCY OF SOUTH AFRICA (PRASA) VACANCIES
PASSENGER RAIL AGENCY OF SOUTH AFRICA (PRASA)
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
GENERAL MANAGER: NEW ROLLING STOCK FLEET RENEWAL PROGRAMME (NRSFRP)
SALARY GROUP: Executive Management
LOCATION: PRASA Corporate
DEPARTMENT: Strategic Asset Development (SAD)
POST NUMBER: TBA
REFERENCE: R&S/GMNRSFRP/SAD/273
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION: To lead and direct the planning, development, and implementation of PRASA’s New Rolling Stock Fleet Renewal Programme.
OUTPUTS:
1. Contribute to the development and review of the SAD strategy and plans
• Contribute to the Asset Development strategy and implementation plans in alignment and support of the Group strategy.
• Lead and direct the development of the NRSFRP strategy and plans.
• Review and align the NRSFRP strategy and plans with changing business needs or other developments.
• Coordinate the implementation of the Design Review Process for additional train variants e.g., 25kV; Metro Express, and Metro with Toilet variants.
2. Oversee and direct the NRSFRP operations
• Assume the role of PRASA Chief Representative on the Manufacturer and Supply Agreement (MSA) and Technical Support and Spares Supply Agreement (TSSSA) with the Gibela Rail Transport Consortium (RF).
• Lead and direct the:
• Oversee the development and review of SOPs
• Develop and manage the NRSFRP Risk Register
• Review the Hazard Analysis for deployment corridors
4. Management of Resources
• Determine the Programme priorities and ensure effective allocation of resources to these priorities.
• Develop and implement efficiency measures to ensure optimum capacity utilization and performance.
• Manage human, physical, and financial resources in line with the organizational policies, processes, and procedures
5. Management of stakeholder relationships
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal customers.
• Liaise with stakeholders i.e., the Department of Transport, National Treasury, Parliamentary, and Transport Portfolio Committee to align, share and collaborate on NRSFRP-related matters.
6. Reporting and advisory services
• Provide advice in relation to NRSFRP operations.
• Ensure general and management reporting on all NRSFRP matters
KNOWLEDGE:
• National Railway Safety Regulator Act (Act 16 of 2002, as amended)), National Railway Safety Permit Regulation, 2015, South African National Standard (SANS) 3000 series etc.
• Contract Management
• Business acumen
• SCM, HCM, Finance management principles
• Project management methodologies and principles
SKILLS:
• Leadership and management
• Decision-making and problem-solving
• Interpersonal
• Communication and presentation
• Conflict Management
ATTITUDES:
• Resilient
• Detail oriented
• Deadline and results-oriented
• Customer-centric
CAPABILITIES:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Post-graduate qualification in the Built Environment or equivalent Engineering qualification (NQF 8)
• MBA
REGISTRATION WITH THE PROFESSIONAL BODY:
• Professional registration with an Engineering/ Project/Construction or Quantity Surveying professional body
EXPERIENCE:
• 10 years’ project management/contracts management experience (leading and managing complex and multidisciplinary mega contracts/projects) in rolling stock
Please apply by completing an internal application form and submitting this together with your complete CV to: Manager: Recruitment & Selection: PRASA, Private Bag X101, Braamfontein, 2017, Or 1st Floor, PRASA Umjantshi House, 30 Wolmarans Street, Braamfontein.
For the attention of: Valentine Mabena or e-mail valentine.mabena@prasa.com
CLOSING DATE: 28 November 2023
Should you not hear from us within three (3) months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
By responding to this vacancy advert irrespective as to how such information is submitted, you consent to the collection, collation, processing, and storing for such information and the use and disclosure of such information in accordance with the PRASA data privacy protection policy. PRASA shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of candidates/applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer “personal information” shall be defined as detailed in the Promotion of Access to Information Act, Act 2 of 2000 (“PAIA”) and the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 (“POPI”) A copy of PRASA’s Privacy notice is available on the website or on request.
ISSUED BY SENIOR MANAGER RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION
As per PRASA Employment Equity Plan, this position is earmarked as follows:
MALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
FEMALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
GENERAL MANAGER: NEW ROLLING STOCK FLEET RENEWAL PROGRAMME (NRSFRP)
SALARY GROUP: Executive Management
LOCATION: PRASA Corporate
DEPARTMENT: Strategic Asset Development (SAD)
POST NUMBER: TBA
REFERENCE: R&S/GMNRSFRP/SAD/273
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION: To lead and direct the planning, development, and implementation of PRASA’s New Rolling Stock Fleet Renewal Programme.
OUTPUTS:
1. Contribute to the development and review of the SAD strategy and plans
• Contribute to the Asset Development strategy and implementation plans in alignment and support of the Group strategy.
• Lead and direct the development of the NRSFRP strategy and plans.
• Review and align the NRSFRP strategy and plans with changing business needs or other developments.
• Coordinate the implementation of the Design Review Process for additional train variants e.g., 25kV; Metro Express, and Metro with Toilet variants.
2. Oversee and direct the NRSFRP operations
• Assume the role of PRASA Chief Representative on the Manufacturer and Supply Agreement (MSA) and Technical Support and Spares Supply Agreement (TSSSA) with the Gibela Rail Transport Consortium (RF).
• Lead and direct the:
- delivery and deployment of all new EMU train sets
- PAC (Provisional Acceptance Certificate) and FAC (Final Acceptance Certificate) processes including the development/review of the technical and Contractual documentation.
- transfer of the Configuration Management documentation into the operational environment
- implementation of Fleet Warranty Management and Maintenance Regime.
- In-service Change and Configuration Management and sign-off design change requests.
- fleet reliability growth as per TSSSA.
- the PRASA Readiness (Preparation, Mobilization, and Deployment) to support the local production.
- the local production team for mobilization readiness in all quality Gate processes at the Local factory.
- performance management.
- contract management.
- payments.
- technical training.
• Oversee the development and review of SOPs
• Develop and manage the NRSFRP Risk Register
• Review the Hazard Analysis for deployment corridors
4. Management of Resources
• Determine the Programme priorities and ensure effective allocation of resources to these priorities.
• Develop and implement efficiency measures to ensure optimum capacity utilization and performance.
• Manage human, physical, and financial resources in line with the organizational policies, processes, and procedures
5. Management of stakeholder relationships
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal customers.
• Liaise with stakeholders i.e., the Department of Transport, National Treasury, Parliamentary, and Transport Portfolio Committee to align, share and collaborate on NRSFRP-related matters.
6. Reporting and advisory services
• Provide advice in relation to NRSFRP operations.
• Ensure general and management reporting on all NRSFRP matters
KNOWLEDGE:
• National Railway Safety Regulator Act (Act 16 of 2002, as amended)), National Railway Safety Permit Regulation, 2015, South African National Standard (SANS) 3000 series etc.
• Contract Management
• Business acumen
• SCM, HCM, Finance management principles
• Project management methodologies and principles
SKILLS:
• Leadership and management
• Decision-making and problem-solving
• Interpersonal
• Communication and presentation
• Conflict Management
ATTITUDES:
• Resilient
• Detail oriented
• Deadline and results-oriented
• Customer-centric
CAPABILITIES:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Post-graduate qualification in the Built Environment or equivalent Engineering qualification (NQF 8)
• MBA
REGISTRATION WITH THE PROFESSIONAL BODY:
• Professional registration with an Engineering/ Project/Construction or Quantity Surveying professional body
EXPERIENCE:
• 10 years’ project management/contracts management experience (leading and managing complex and multidisciplinary mega contracts/projects) in rolling stock
Please apply by completing an internal application form and submitting this together with your complete CV to: Manager: Recruitment & Selection: PRASA, Private Bag X101, Braamfontein, 2017, Or 1st Floor, PRASA Umjantshi House, 30 Wolmarans Street, Braamfontein.
For the attention of: Valentine Mabena or e-mail valentine.mabena@prasa.com
CLOSING DATE: 28 November 2023
Should you not hear from us within three (3) months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
By responding to this vacancy advert irrespective as to how such information is submitted, you consent to the collection, collation, processing, and storing for such information and the use and disclosure of such information in accordance with the PRASA data privacy protection policy. PRASA shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of candidates/applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer “personal information” shall be defined as detailed in the Promotion of Access to Information Act, Act 2 of 2000 (“PAIA”) and the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 (“POPI”) A copy of PRASA’s Privacy notice is available on the website or on request.
ISSUED BY SENIOR MANAGER RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION
As per PRASA Employment Equity Plan, this position is earmarked as follows:
MALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
FEMALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERT
NB!! Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to re - apply
CHIEF ROLLING STOCK ENGINEER
SALARY GROUP: Executive Management
LOCATION: Prasa Technical Head Office, Braamfontein
DEPARTMENT: Office of the CEO
POST NUMBER: TBA
REFERENCE: PM/JHB/092023
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION: Responsible to strategic support to the CEO in all aspects of the Rolling Stock discipline. Strategize, develop, and lead a long-term operational plan (direction, execution, control, and completion) of Rolling Stock activities and projects as the overall chief in this field. Ensuring that would class best practice is entrenched within the division.
OUTPUTS:
Provide Strategic and Tactical Support to the CEO
• Lead and direct the strategic planning of all activities and projects related to Rolling Stock engineering.
• Guide and ensure approval of Department Strategy and implementation of effective and efficient structures.
• Accountable as the Chief Asset Manager for all Rolling Stock Infrastructure
• Accountable for all budgetary requirements
• Oversee the review and revision of Rolling Stock engineering policies and standards.
• Oversee the finalisation of maintenance plans.
• Coordinate communication and stakeholder management engagement in accordance with the relevant policy within the Rolling Stock discipline
• Advise the CEO on issues of material significance.
• Oversee the compilation of annual business cases for the allocation of projects from Prasa Technical.
• Provide expert guidance and technical direction to Executive Management as the subject matter expect for the Strategic Planning Processes of the Division.
Management of divisional business planning, budget, and performance cycles
• Establish Divisional timeless, schedules and plans as well as appropriate interventions.
• Develop and implement a Divisional Business Process
• Consolidate and produce the Department Business Plan, Budget, and Scorecard.
• Facilitate the completion of staff Performance Compacts in alignment to the Department Scorecard and in preparation for Performance Reviews.
• Prepare all necessary documentation and consolidate performance feedback.
Project Management
• Lead and direct the implementation of approved Rolling Stock projects by
• To assume full asset management accountability for the Rolling Stock assets to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation including the OHS Act, NEMA, ISO 55 000and SANS 3000.
• Define business requirements for Rolling Stock Infrastructure
• Ensure the development and management of the following information services and support systems in respect of the provision of the Rolling Stock Engineering functions to the efficient operation of Prasa Technical
• Ensure effective management of the life cycle process of the Rolling Stock Infrastructure Rehabilitation/Replacement to ensure the optimum availability and development of fixed (Infrastructure) assets.
People Management
• Lead guide and manage direct report by
• Allocation of work and committing reports to deliverables
• Provide expert guidance and direction.
• Ensure provision and availability of resources.
Management of Service Providers
• Accountable for all Rolling Stock service contracts
• Ensure that all services providers have relevant contracts and performance agreements.
• Manager and monitor services provider delivery as per agreement.
Operational Excellence
• Provide sound leadership to subordinates.
• Ensure that world class practice is entrenched in all activities internal and external.
Stakeholder Management and Communications
• Identify and analyse various internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy and plan.
KNOWLEDGE:
• Good leadership skills
• Ability to think strategically.
• Analytical with attention to detail
• Ability to coordinate and supervise.
• Good knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Manage multiple tasks and report to multiple people.
SKILLS:
• Written and verbal communication
• Project management
• Report writing
• Organisational
• Analytical and interpretation
• Deadline driven.
ATTITUDES:
• Quality Orientation
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Teamwork
• Positive and Motivated
• Deadline driven.
• Willing to travel.
• Willing to work extended hours.
• Initiative
CAPABILITIES:
Minimum requirements
• Grade 12
• BSc Eng Deg/Bachelor Eng Deg /B Tech (Honours) Deg in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current))
• Registered Engineer with ECSA as a Professional Engineer/Professional Engineering Technologist
• 10-12 years appropriate maintenance and manufacturing experience in Rolling Stock engineering environment.
• 5-10 years Senior Management
• 5-10 years Contract Management experience
Added Advantage
• Master’s degree in mechanical or electrical Engineering
• A government Certificate of competency (Factories)
Please apply by completing an internal application form (internal applicants) and submitting this together with your complete CV to: Head of Department: Human Capital Management: PRASA, Private Bag X101, Braamfontein, 2017, office 14-19 or email Kgothatso.ntoane@prasa.com
By responding to this vacancy advert irrespective as to how such information is submitted, you consent to the collection, collation, processing and storing for such information and the use and disclosure of such information in accordance with the PRASA data privacy protection policy.
PRASA shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of candidates/applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer “personal information” shall be defined as detailed in the Promotion of Access to Information Act, Act 2 of 2000 (“PAIA”) and the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 (“POPI”)
A copy of PRASA’s Privacy notice is available on the website or on request.
CLOSING DATE: 27th November 2023
Should you not hear from us within three (3) months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
ISSUED BY SENIOR MANAGER RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION
As per PRASA Employment Equity Plan, this position is earmarked as follows:
MALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
FEMALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERT
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
SALARY GROUP: Executive Management
LOCATION: Prasa Technical Head Office
DEPARTMENT: Finance
POST NUMBER: TBA
REFERENCE: TECH/CFO/11/2023
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION: To provide strategic financial leadership and direction to the Division and manage its financial health and governance.
OUTPUTS:
Develop Finance plans to support the strategic objectives of the organization
• Provide input into the PRASA Technical business strategy
• Contribute to the management of the Division as a member of the Divisional Executive Committee
• Develop the financial strategy and implementation plans to achieve the business strategy and objectives
• Continuously review and align the financial strategy in accordance with changing business needs
• Develop the finance business plan for the Division
Manage the Divisional Budget
• Formulate the budget guidelines in accordance with the Treasury guidelines and the PRASA Technical Plan
• Manage the Budget process for the division
• Coordinate and liaises with Group Finance to ensure budget requirements and timelines are adhered to
• Develop, plan, and monitor the divisional overhead budget and the capex budget
Financial Reporting
• Compile monthly financial reports
• Compile monthly management reports to assist management in decision making
• Provide reports and information for quarterly submissions in terms of the PFMA
• Provide information for the preparation of the Annual Financial Statements
• Manage the irregular and fruitless and wasteful expenditure process and reports
• Produce ad hoc analysis and reports.
Capex Budget and Reporting
• Review and sign off business cases and ensure they align to the capex program
• Review expenditure against budget monthly and update cash flow forecasts to EPMO and Group Finance
• Provide detailed analysis for under expenditure
• Oversee the timeous capitalization of costs to projects, including overhead costs from SCM, HCM, Group Finance, Legal etc
Promote Good Corporate Governance and Compliance
• Develop, implement, and maintain a sound system of internal controls to safeguard Divisional assets
• Formulate and develop SOP’s in compliance with accounting principles and legislative requirements (e.g treasury regulations)
• Review and advise on system requirements for the division to ensure relevant systems are in place to supports the business
• Contribute to the Divisional and Corporate Risk Register
• Develop mitigation plans to address risks identified
• Monitor compliance with relevant legislation
Asset Accounting
• Oversee and direct management of immovable and movable assets in the divisions’ environment
• Ensure the WIP is up to date and projects are transferred to the asset register and user when complete
Support Audit Management
• Facilitate and direct audit planning for the division for internal and external audits
• Support the planning and execution of the Group annual audit plan by the Auditor general
• Execute the requirements of the annual external audit within the division
• Attend AG audit meetings and ensure deadlines are met for RFI’S and findings
• Responsible for clearing finance audit findings
Management of Human Resources and Performance Management
• Manage
- Human resources in terms of quality of work and application of policies (performance management, leave, time and attendance etc.)
- Physical resources tools of trade, in line with appropriate policies
- Financial resources in line with policies and procedures
• Ensure safekeeping of Divisional Finance documents
KNOWLEDGE:
• PFMA, GRAP, National Treasury regulations, IFRS.
• SCM and human capital management practices
• Contract Management principles
• Project management principles
SKILLS:
• Leadership and management
• Problem solving and decision making.
• Professional and influential
• Communication and Interpersonal
• Strategic thinking
ATTITUDES:
• Integrity and Honesty
• Tact and diplomacy
• Critical and analytical thinker
• Resilient and stress tolerant
• Team player
CAPABILITIES:
Minimum requirements:
• Grade 12
• B Degree Accounting / Finance
• Chartered Accountant (SA)
• Professional membership - SAICA
• 10 years’ Experience at a Senior Manager level in a medium to large company/group
Please apply by completing an internal application form (internal applicants) and submitting this together with your complete CV accompanied by recent certified copies of ID and qualifications to: Head of Department: Human Capital Management: PRASA, Private Bag X101, Braamfontein, 2017, office 14-19 or email Kgothatso.ntoane@prasa.com
By responding to this vacancy advert irrespective as to how such information is submitted, you consent to the collection, collation, processing and storing for such information and the use and disclosure of such information in accordance with the PRASA data privacy protection policy.
PRASA shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of candidates/applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer “personal information” shall be defined as detailed in the Promotion of Access to Information Act, Act 2 of 2000 (“PAIA”) and the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 (“POPI”) A copy of PRASA’s Privacy notice is available on the website or on request.
CLOSING DATE: 27th November 2023
Should you not hear from us within three (3) months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
ISSUED BY SENIOR MANAGER RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION
As per PRASA Employment Equity Plan, this position is earmarked as follows:
MALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
FEMALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERT
NB!! Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to re - apply
CHIEF ENGINEER: SIGNALLING AND TELECOMMUNICATION
SALARY GROUP: Executive Management
LOCATION: Prasa Technical Head Office
DEPARTMENT: Office of the CEO
POST NUMBER: TBA
REFERENCE: PM/JHB/Sig&Telec/09/2023
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION: Responsible for providing strategic support in all aspects of the Signals and Telecommunications discipline, strategize, develop, and lead a long-term technical plan of Signals and Telecommunications activities and projects as the overall chief in this field. Ensuring that world class best practice is entrenched internally within the division.
OUTPUTS:
Provide Strategic and Tactical Support
• Lead and direct the strategic planning of all activities and projects related to Signals and Telecommunications engineering.
• Guide and ensure approval of Department Strategy and implementation of effective and efficient structures.
• Oversee the review and revision of Signals and Telecommunications engineering policies and standards.
• Approval of Signals and Telecommunications plans.
• Coordinate communication and stakeholder management engagements in accordance with the relevant policy within the Signals and Telecommunications discipline.
• Advise on issues of material significance.
• Identify and manage risk issues.
Management of Business planning, budget, and performance cycles
• Establish timeless, schedules and plans as well as appropriate interventions.
• Develop and implement a Business Planning Process.
• Facilitate the completion of staff Performance Compacts in alignment to the Department Scorecard and in preparation for Performance Reviews.
• Prepare all necessary documentation and consolidate performance feedback.
Project Management
• Lead and direct the technical implementation of approved Signal and Telecommunications projects.
• To assume full assets management accountability for the Signals and Telecommunications assets to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation including the OHS Act, NEMA and SANS 3000
• Define business requirements for Signals and Telecommunications infrastructure.
• Ensure the development and management of the following information services and support systems in respect of the provision of the Signals and Telecommunications engineering functions to the efficient operation of Prasa Technical, Engineering instructions, technical specifications, Safety instructions, Maintenance manuals, Safety Management Systems, Benchmarking and department and asset performance measures.
• Ensure effective management of the full life cycle process of the Signals and Telecommunications Infrastructure Rehabilitation/Replacement to ensure the optimum availability and development of fixed (Infrastructure) assets.
• Oversee all Research and Development and other specialised investigations in the Signals and Telecommunications discipline.
People Management
• Lead guide and manage direct reports by
• Allocations of work and committing reports to deliverables
• Providing expects guidance and direction.
• Overall accountability for quality and compliance of all outputs
• Performance management of staff via feedback and progress reporting
Management of Service Providers
• Accountable for all Signals and Telecommunications service contracts
• Ensure that all service providers have relevant contracts and performance agreements.
• Monitor the Signals and Telecommunications services provider delivery as per agreement from a technical point of view.
Operational Excellence
• Provide sound leadership to subordinates.
• Ensure that world class practice is entrenched in all activities internal and external.
• Promote a positive culture of performance excellence.
Stakeholder Management and Communications
• Identify and analyse the various internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy and plan.
• Ensure good on-going relationships
KNOWLEDGE:
• Ability to think strategically.
• Ability to coordinate and supervise.
• Strong communications skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels within the organisation as well as externally.
• Good presentation skills.
• Highly motivated and resourceful.
• Manage multiple tasks and report to multiple people.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines in an ever-change environment.
• Ability to compile and work according to budgets
• Ability to integrate divergent objectives into singular goals.
• Good negotiation.
SKILLS:
• Written and verbal communication.
• Project management
• Report writing
• Organisational
• Problem solving
• Analytical and Interpretation
• Deadline Driven
ATTITUDES:
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Quality orientated
• Teamwork
• Initiative
• Positive and motivated
CAPABILITIES:
Minimum requirements
• Grade 12
• BSc Eng Deg /Bachelor Eng Deg / BTech Eng (Honours) Deg in Electrical Engineering (Light current)
• Registered Engineer with ECSA as a Professional Engineer/Professional Engineering Technologist
• 10-12 years appropriate maintenance and construction experience in Signals and Telecommunications Engineering environment.
• 5-10 years Senior Management experience
• 5-10 years Contract Management experience
Added Advantage
• Master’s or higher in Electrical Engineering (Light Current)
• Affiliated with IRSE or equivalent.
Please apply by completing an internal application form (internal applicants) and submitting this together with your complete CV to: Head of Department: Human Capital Management: PRASA, Private Bag X101, Braamfontein, 2017, office 14-19 or email Kgothatso.ntoane@prasa.com
By responding to this vacancy advert irrespective as to how such information is submitted, you consent to the collection, collation, processing and storing for such information and the use and disclosure of such information in accordance with the PRASA data privacy protection policy.
PRASA shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of candidates/applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer “personal information” shall be defined as detailed in the Promotion of Access to Information Act, Act 2 of 2000 (“PAIA”) and the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 (“POPI”) A copy of PRASA’s Privacy notice is available on the website or on request.
CLOSING DATE: 27th November 2023
Should you not hear from us within three (3) months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
ISSUED BY SENIOR MANAGER RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION
As per PRASA Employment Equity Plan, this position is earmarked as follows:
MALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
FEMALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White