TRANSNET

 

 

 

GOVERNANCE AND COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST

Operating Division: TPT Saldanha IOT

Employee Group: Permanent

Department: TPT, Supply Chain Management, WC

Location: Saldanha

Reporting To: Governance and Compliance Specialist

Grade: F

Reference: req4924

 

The closing date is on 26/05/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.

 

Position Purpose

To develop a standardised governance management methodology in terms of Transnet Port Terminals portfolio of supply chain management policies and procedures. To review current practices and facilitate standardisation of templates RFX/Tender documents. To develop and review standard operating procedures for Transnet Port Terminal SCM in order to align it to Transnet's policies and procedures. To lead, direct and provide oversight to the SCM function, in terms of best tendering and contract approval practices through continuous training

 

 

 


Position Outputs

• Analysing, identifying non-compliance with SCM policies and processes across the Division and provide training to close the gaps

• To lead appropriate governance structures to ensure compliance with the PPM, PPPFA, PFMA and all related regulations

• Provide formal and informal training on SCM processes to SCM team, internal and external stakeholders and AC Secretariats by means of workshop and formal Training as and when required

• Provide training in order to promote compliance to SCM processes and reduce audit findings

• To develop and review TPT's SCM standard operating procedures to align with Transnet's policies and procedures

• Provide operational support in terms of Governance to the Sourcing team DACs and LACs.

• Reviewing of templates for submissions to the Acquisition Councils to cater for the different scenarios which may be presented

• Evaluating and resolving Tender, Contract and DAC procedural Governance issues

• Assisting with implementation of Governance Improvement Plans

• Assisting with monitoring of compliance to SCM Control framework across the Division,

• Assisting with monthly compilation of Governance COE dashboard

• Adhere to reporting templates and timelines for governance and ensure that all reporting requirements are met

• Collate and consolidate regular reports on governance for TPT in line with specified reporting templates

• Analyse and report on performance pertaining to supply management compliance within the TPT structures

• Highlight achievement of compliance targets on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis at the terminal level

• Collect and share governance successes

• Manage key stakeholder relationships

• Active participation on the Governance COE

• Continuous stakeholder management to share the Division's governance plans and strategies, achievement against plans and strategies for legal and regulatory compliance

• Participate in relevant governance forums to keep abreast of subject matter trends and contribute thought leadership to current debates

 

Qualifications and Experience

• A relevant B degree or B Tech in Supply Chain management/ Commerce /Legal is required • At least 5 -6 years' experience in Supply Chain Management in the Supply Management function on Governance OR • Relevant qualification (NQF 5) • 6 yrs relevant and solid experience with at least 2 yrs at managerial level or specialist experience.

 

Competencies

Knowledge • Detailed knowledge of the PPM, PPPFA, BBBEE Policy • In-depth knowledge of Supply Management / Procurement processes and systems • Sound knowledge of Public Sector Supply Management legislation and regulations • Working knowledge of SCM legislations • Advanced reporting, communication and presentation • Understanding of Supply Management Processes. Skills Required: • Excellent business report writing skills. • Business acumen. • Interpersonal skills. • Communication skills. • Strong ethical conduct. • Influencing skills. • Good understanding of PPM, PPPFA and PFMA

 

Equity Statement

Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.

 

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