{"id":36949,"date":"2026-06-02T12:00:53","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T12:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/technical-estimator-kempton-park\/"},"modified":"2026-06-02T12:02:20","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T12:02:20","slug":"technical-estimator-kempton-park","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/technical-estimator-kempton-park\/","title":{"rendered":"Technical Estimator (Kempton Park)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>JOB PURPOSE<\/p>\n<p>\tThe core purpose of the role is to provide technical support to internal- and external stakeholders through estimating, quoting, training and technical advice.<\/p>\n<p>KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS<\/p>\n<p>\tTechnical support.<br \/>\n\tEstimating.<br \/>\n\tSpecifications.<br \/>\n\tSHEQ Integrated Management System control.<\/p>\n<p>MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES<\/p>\n<p>TECHNICAL SUPPORT<\/p>\n<p>\tProvide accurate technical support to internal- and external stakeholders.<br \/>\n\tTroubleshooting.<br \/>\n\tAnalysis.<br \/>\n\tFind premium solutions for complex customer needs, to meet customer requirements.<br \/>\n\tProvide technical drawings for internal- and external stakeholders.<br \/>\n\tAnalyse technical drawings and estimate product specifications accordingly.<br \/>\n\tReviewing and interpreting architectural drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine the materials required for each project.<br \/>\n\tProvide accurate quotes to stakeholders.<br \/>\n\tPreparing detailed and accurate cost estimates.<br \/>\n\tCalculating the costs of the materials needed for the project, using specialized software.<br \/>\n\tCustomer based quotes.<br \/>\n\tProject based quotes.<br \/>\n\tMaintain key customer relationships.<br \/>\n\tFabricate samples as required.<br \/>\n\tResponsible for updating and maintaining estimating software as required, identifying and rectifying errors to ensure accurate information for quote compilation.<\/p>\n<p>ESTIMATING<\/p>\n<p>\tProvide accurate quotes to stakeholders, within established timelines.<br \/>\n\tEstimate and determine the costs involved for clients in producing the systems.<br \/>\n\tEnsuring estimating procedures are followed and kept.<br \/>\n\tEnsure compliance to building regulations. (SANS10400)<br \/>\n\tProvide technical product advice to customers relating to quotation requests.<br \/>\n\tProvide accurate estimation and supporting data to customers.<br \/>\n\tCuttings lists.<br \/>\n\tPosition drawings.<br \/>\n\tOptimisations.<br \/>\n\tGlass lists.<br \/>\n\tVarious other relating reports.<br \/>\n\tEstimate special powder coating costs.<br \/>\n\tCollaborating with the sales teams and Technical Manager to ensure that estimates are competitive and accurately reflect the scope of work required for each project.<br \/>\n\tMaintaining accurate records of all estimates and ensuring that they are updated regularly to reflect any changes in costs or project scope.<\/p>\n<p>SPECIFICATIONS<\/p>\n<p>\tAnalyse technical drawings and estimate product specifications accordingly.<br \/>\n\tPreparation of specifications.<br \/>\n\tCommunicate with customers to fully understand their special requirements.<\/p>\n<p>SHEQ INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CONTROL<\/p>\n<p>\tEnsure adherence to the OHS Act.<br \/>\n\tParticipate in any Integrated Management System activities as required.<\/p>\n<p>Requirements<br \/>\nKEY JOB REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n<p>QUALIFICATIONS<\/p>\n<p>\tGrade 12 with at least 1 or 2 additional short course certifications.<\/p>\n<p>EXPERIENCE<\/p>\n<p>\t3 years\u2019 experience in a similar position, preferably in the construction or manufacturing industry.<\/p>\n<p>KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n<p>\tProficient in Estimating Software at an intermediate level.<br \/>\n\tProficient in SAGE \/ Pastel Evolution, or similar, at an intermediate level.<br \/>\n\tComputer literacy with Proficiency in AutoCAD at an intermediate level.<br \/>\n\tKnowledge of AAAMSA and SAGGA regulations.<br \/>\n\tAwareness and understanding of the ISO Standard requirements relevant to the position.<\/p>\n<p>SKILL REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n<p>\tAbility to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.<br \/>\n\tAttention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to work well under pressure.<br \/>\n\tTechnically proficient with the ability to read and understand architectural drawing and solve complex technical queries.<br \/>\n\tArchitectural aluminium product experience and understanding of product assembly required.<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n<p>hsystems.mcidirecthire.com<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/hsystems.mcidirecthire.com","_company_name":"H Systems (Pty) Ltd","_company_website":"http:\/\/N%20\/%20A","_company_tagline":"H Systems (Pty) Ltd (previously Hinges and Hardware (Pty) Ltd) was established in 1995 in the city of Pietermaritzburg. Over the past 20+ years, the company has been built into a leading service provider in aluminium profiles, aluminium systems and aluminium accessories to the window, facade and ... read moredoor manufacturing industry of South Africa. In 2016 H Systems was acquired by Corialis. Corialis (Core Innovative Aluminium Integrated Solutions) is a leading player in the design and manufacturing of high quality, technologically-advanced aluminium profile systems including windows, doors, sliding elements, roof systems & conservatories, curtain walls and balustrades.","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job_listing_region":[11],"job-types":[12],"class_list":{"0":"post-36949","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-publish","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_region-gauteng","7":"job-type-full-time"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/36949","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=36949"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_region","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_region?post=36949"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=36949"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}