Careers at ThoroughTec

ThoroughTec Simulation, based in Durban, is seeking an enthusiastic, hard-working Goods Receiving Inspector to join their Quality Assurance Department, in a full-time capacity.

The successful candidate will play an integral role in the ensuring that all incoming purchased goods meet the company’s strict quality standards. We require an individual that is energetic, passionate and proactive and who can work in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Durban, South Africa
Remuneration: Market-related
Experience Level: Junior

Key responsibilities  will include:

• GRN processes
• Data capturing
• Generating accurate purchasing reports
• Operating as part of a broader quality control team
• Communicating purchasing-related matters both internally and externally

Candidates should ideally be able to demonstrate:

• Prior purchasing/ receiving experience in a manufacturing environment
• An ability to work in a cross functional team with challenging deadlines
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to manage multiple tasks or projects at one time
• Administrative and recordkeeping skills
• Proficient in Pastel or similar Software packages
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office packages
• Good organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills

If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

A position has opened up for a pro-active, energetic Production Controller to add value to ThoroughTec’s Manufacturing team, and to assist in meeting company and financial objectives.  This forward-thinking individual will be responsible for the planning, loading, coordinating and successful execution of all production and/or R&D projects allocated to him or her.  The incumbent will be required to work closely with many other managers to plan and coordinate all manufacturing tasks, including kitting and completion forecasts, and will report directly to the VP Manufacturing.

Production control refers to the methodical planning, coordinating and controlling of activities along a production or assembly line.  Production controllers perform these functions, usually with a focus on ensuring a timely and cost-effective process, that produces goods of exceptional quality.

Location: Durban, South Africa
Remuneration: Market-related
Experience Level: Junior to Mid

Responsibilities and Core Duties:

• Request and review data packs (drawings and item lists), in order to distribute work internally, or to outsource the work to approved suppliers where required
• Compile bill of materials (BoM) for each product to be manufactured, and ensure that the BoMs are always correct and updated as far as possible
• Upon completion of any project, the BoM must be officially configured for future use
• Complete and submit purchase requests for all projects items to be purchased from approved suppliers (off-the-shelf items)
• Regularly follow up with, and confirm delivery dates, of all project items purchased from approved suppliers
• Check in with Goods Receiving and Quality Control twice daily, to clear all project items received to Stores for kitting
• Build solid working relationships with existing suppliers, communicate regularly, and identify and engage any potential new suppliers
• Perform regular audits on project kits in Stores, and ensure kitting lists indicate the expected delivery dates of all outstanding items
• Assist ThoroughTec Stores to improve inventory control and kitting techniques, to avoid shortages and excesses
• Pre-empt any project delays and communicate these risks immediately to the VP Manufacturing
• Regularly liaise and coordinate with other internal managers to determine and monitor progress of work, completion dates and identification of risk items that will cause unnecessary delays to the project
• Control and limit production costs where possible, while maintaining ThoroughTec’s high quality standards

Minimum Requirements, Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years in a production control/planning role
• A technical or mechanical qualification/certification, or a project/supply chain management qualification/certification
• Experience in a niche manufacturing environment will be advantageous
• Excellent English communication skills (verbal, written, telephonic)
• Time management and a sense of urgency
• Strict self-discipline and able to work independently
• Ability to solve complex problems through logic and reasoning, and to identify alternative solutions where required
• Service orientated and always actively looking for ways to assist team members and departments
• Must be adaptable and flexible, while remaining positive, in order to adapt to considerable variety in the role
• Attention to detail and thoroughness is critical – any small error or oversight can result in massive project delays
• Must be reliable, responsible and dependable
• Must be honest and ethical

If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

An exciting and challenging opportunity exists for a Quality Assurance Tester.

Location: Durban, South Africa
Remuneration: Market-related

Requirements:

• Matric
• Relevant Quality Assurance qualification
• Proficient in Quality Assurance concepts, test and problem solving techniques
• Electrical / Mechanical Engineering knowledge will be advantageous
• Relevant work experience in a software environment or similar is essential for this position
• Good analytical skills with a keen attention to detail
• Good reporting and communication skills
• The ability to work in a close team environment as well as the capability to work independently, whilst taking responsibility as an individual
• A positive and engaging attitude in dealing with people and excellent organisational and time management skills.

If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

ThoroughTec, the worlds leading developer of advanced, operator training simulators for the Mining Industry is seeking energetic, high-performing Business Development Managers, to cover the North American market. Candidates should ideally be based in Toronto, though other, suitable locations in North America will be considered based on relevant experience.

Reporting to the EVP Global Business Development, this role will play an integral part in the continued expansion of ThoroughTec’s CYBERMINE leadership in the Americas.

Location: Toronto (GTA), Canada (preferably)
Remuneration: Market-related, basic plus commission
Experience Level: Intermediate to Senior

Key responsibilities will include:

• Meeting high level stakeholders in the mining industry.
• Full sales cycle management.
• Unearthing new opportunities.
• Regional and international business travel.

Ideal candidates should demonstrate:

• At least 5 years experience in sales roles, preferably in the mining industry.
• A successful sales track record in high value, B2B, capital equipment sales.
• A positive and determined approach to identifying new business opportunities using leads, relevant research tools, region specific targeting and cold calling.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively in a business environment.
• A capability to work independently
• A track record of exceeding sales targets
• An inherently competitive nature and a hunger to succeed.

If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

ThoroughTec, the worlds leading developer of advanced, operator training simulators for the Mining Industry is seeking energetic, high-performing Business Development Managers, to cover the Latin American market. Candidates should ideally be based in Santiago, though other, suitable locations in Latin America will be considered based on relevant experience.

Reporting to the EVP Global Business Development, this role will play an integral part in the continued expansion of ThoroughTec’s CYBERMINE leadership in the Americas.

Location: Santiago, Chile (preferably)
Remuneration: Market related, basic plus commission
Experience Level: Intermediate to Senior

Key responsibilities will include:

• Meeting high level stakeholders in the mining industry.
• Full sales cycle management.
• Unearthing new opportunities.
• Regional and international business travel.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Fluency in written and spoken English, Spanish and ideally Portuguese.
• At least 5 years experience in sales roles, preferably in the mining industry.
• A successful sales track record in high value, B2B, capital equipment sales.
• A positive and determined approach to identifying new business opportunities using leads, relevant research tools, region specific targeting and cold calling.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively in a business environment.
• A capability to work independently.
• A track record of exceeding sales targets.
• An inherently competitive nature and a hunger to succeed.

If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Location: Durban, South Africa (negotiable)
Education Level: Diploma/Degree
Remuneration: Market related

ThoroughTec Simulation, the world’s leading developer of high-fidelity, operator training simulators for the mining industry, is looking for an energetic and experienced Training Services Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible for helping ThoroughTec’s global mining clients to properly integrate and utilise their CYBERMINE simulators and other training products to maximise value realisation. Candidates will be expected to leverage their pre-existing skills and experience, as well as mastering new technology and methods to:

• Instruct client staff in the effective use of ThoroughTec’s CYBERMINE simulators and other supporting products.
• Review and modify client training curricula and course material to best leverage ThoroughTec’s products in the context of Client training objectives.
• Oversee and mentor Client trainers and instructors.
• Monitor training progress, analyse outcomes and report results to mine management.
• Critically, this individual will be required to interface with all levels of mine management to identify operator KPI’s, collect and assess actual operator performance data and then implement the necessary operator performance improvement programmes to achieve the client’s desired outcomes.

Requirements:

Prospective candidates should satisfy the following critical requirements to be considered for the role:

• A tertiary qualification
• At least 10 years general work experience
• At least 5 years mining work experience
• A valid Driver’s Licence
• A valid Passport (without travel restrictions)
• Fluency in both spoken and written English
• A willingness and ability to travel extensively, both locally and abroad, for extended periods of time
• A high degree of competency in the MS Office suite
• High degree of self-motivation, self-discipline and an ability to work independently

Desirable skills and experience: 

Additionally, possession of any of the following will be considered an advantage:

• Client relationship / account management work experience
• Educational work experience
• A Background in engineering or data analysis
• Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, French or Russian
• Experience working with operator training simulators

ThoroughTec is an equal opportunity employer who offers all staff competitive salaries, training and career growth opportunities.

ThoroughTec Simulation is seeking a Graphic Designer/ 3D Artist to join their E-learning Department, based in Durban, in a full-time capacity.

We require an individual with a flair for creativity and an interest in designing artwork and instructional animations and who can work in an agile environment.

Ideally, the perfect candidate should be able to create exciting and believable animations and stills for mining vehicles, characters, in-game objects and cinematic scenarios. Must be willing to travel both locally and internationally.

Location: Durban, South Africa
Remuneration: Negotiable
Experience Level: Mid

Key responsibilities will include:

• Working closely with the e-learning team to establish the requirements for the project.
• Create high quality in-game animations, integrate, set-up, and support our animation content pipeline.
• Collaborate with the e-learning team to support prototype efforts and final media that fits the aesthetic direction and vision of the project.
• Responsible for final video and audio edits.
• Modelling and texturing accurate vehicle consoles and environments.
• Development of interactive 3D lessons with-in the Unity game engine.
• Creation of high quality 3D still renders.

Candidates must exhibit or be able to demonstrate:

• Working with in-game animation setup and integration with engines like Unity.
• Able to create and troubleshoot animation rigs in 3DS Max.
• Basic understanding of XML/HTML.
• Creative mind, innovative ideas, proactivity and the ability to think and learn fast.
• The ability to work in a close team environment as well as the capability to work independently, whilst taking responsibility as an individual.
• A positive and engaging attitude in dealing with people
• An ability to work in a cross functional team with challenging deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks or projects at one time.
• Acceptance of feedback and constructive evaluation of work.
• Time management skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal.

Experience & Qualification

• A 3D animation/ Graphic Design qualification from a reputable institution or relevant tertiary qualification.
• Talented 3D skills with a relevant 3D portfolio.
• 3DS MAX experience. (essential)
• Working with and animating vehicle rigs in 3Ds Max.
• Extensive Photoshop experience. (essential)
• Adobe Illustrator experience. (essential)
• 2D artwork skills for various implementations.
• Adobe Premiere experience. (essential)

The following skills and/or experience, would be an advantage:

• Adobe Audition knowledge advantageous.
• Adobe After Effect knowledge advantageous.
• Substance Painter / PBR knowledge advantageous.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of scripting and tool creation for animation.
• Understanding of motion graphics tools and techniques.
• Unity knowledge advantageous
• Writing code in C#, JavaScript/UnityScript.
• Visual scripting.

ThoroughTec is an equal opportunity employer who offers all staff competitive salaries, training and career growth opportunities.

ThoroughTec is looking for an experienced software tester to join the software development team. The incumbent will play an integral role in advancing world class simulation technologies by ensuring all software is developed to our clients’ needs and meets exacting standards.

Location: Durban, South Africa
Education Level: Certificate
Remuneration: Negotiable
Experience Level: Junior/Mid

Core duties:

• Set up and maintain test environments
• Scope test cases for sprint user stories
• Execute tests and report defects
• Assist the team with continuous improvement

Qualifications and skills required:

• 2 years software testing experience (mandatory)
• ISTQB foundation course or equivalent (preferable)
• Experience in an Agile Scrum team environment
• Work both independently and as a team member
• Good time management and communication
• The ability to learn and adapt to new technologies, principles and processes

In return, you’ll be offered a competitive salary commensurate with your level of experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an INTERMEDIATE DEVELOPER with experience designing and developing web based systems using mainstream development tools and libraries. Join this great team and bring your experience and creative thinking to help us solve complex problems in a relaxed yet highly-professional environment.

In this role, you will work within an Agile SCRUM R&D team to design, develop and integrate a web-based workforce performance platform. We hold ourselves to very high standards from a quality code perspective and naturally will hold you to those standards as well. You will operate in small, effective teams, so collaboration and good communication is essential for success.

You will be encouraged to share your knowledge freely, whilst also having access to Senior developers to assist in your further growth and development.

Good knowledge of C# and web development will be required.

Location: Durban, South Africa
Education Level: Degree
Remuneration: Negotiable
Experience Level: Intermediate

Skills and experience required:

• B.Sc. (Comp.Sci.) (Hons) with at least one major in Computer Science. A major in Stats is beneficial.
• Minimum two years’ relevant software development experience.
• At least a year’s experience working in an Agile Environment (eg Scrum, Kanban, etc).
• Good knowledge and understanding of Design Patterns and their implementations.

Relevant languages:

• C#
• ASP.NET
• MVC
• JavaScript
• ANGULAR JS
• SQL
• HTML 5
• CSS

In return, you’ll be offered a competitive salary commensurate with your level of experience.

If you have not been contacted within two weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.