Technical Coordinator and Administrator - Montague Gardens, Cape Town

SUMMARY:
A well-established industrial specialist in Montague Gardens is seeking an organized, proactive Technical Coordinator to join their technical operations team.

POSITION INFO:

Technical Coordinator and Administrator - Montague Gardens, Cape Town  - Salary: R22,000 – R26,000 CTC per month (negotiable depending on experience)

Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 07h30–16h30; Friday 07h30–14h00

About the Role

A well-established industrial specialist in Montague Gardens is seeking an organized, proactive Technical Coordinator to join their technical operations team. In this role, you will act as the key operational link between the Technical Division, Accounts, Production, and clients. You will oversee workflow administration, coordinate technician schedules, manage inventory on Pastel, and facilitate logistics documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Client & Administrative Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for technical callouts, product/spares inquiries, and SLA management. Prepare job cards, inspection sheets, and ensure accurate record-keeping on the internal database.
• Operational Planning: Schedule maintenance and repairs alongside the Installations Manager; coordinate site equipment rentals (scissor lifts, forklifts, containers); arrange technical briefings and minute departmental meetings.
• Inventory & Pastel Administration: Process quotes, sales orders, purchase orders, and Goods Received Notes (GRNs). Manage Bills of Materials (BOMs), stock reconciliations, variance journals, and finished goods manufacturing entries on Pastel.
• Logistics & Cross-Border Freight: Arrange transport for cross-border dispatches, prepare customs and commercial invoices, and facilitate work visa arrangements when required.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of solid administrative experience (technical, engineering, or industrial environment preferred).
• Demonstrated proficiency in Pastel Accounting (specifically inventory/stock modules).
• Working familiarity with Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Strong computer literacy with solid proficiency in MS Office.
• Excellent bilingual communication skills in English and Afrikaans.
• Valid driver’s license with own reliable transport.
• Relevant qualification in Office Administration / Business Administration is advantageous.
• Clean criminal, credit, and medical history (background checks required).