Manufacturing, Engineering And Related Services SETA (merSETA) Senior Asset Control Officer (C3) Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (merSETA) is a public entity dedicated to facilitating skills development across various sectors, including Metal and Engineering, Motor Retail, Automobile Manufacturing, Plastics Manufacturing, and New Tyre Manufacturing.

This opportunity is for a Senior Asset Control Officer within the Corporate Services Division, based at their Head Office. The position is offered as a fixed-term contract, concluding on 31 March 2027.

The successful candidate will play a key role in implementing comprehensive asset management improvements, including system upgrades and policy enhancements, to ensure compliance with Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) requirements. The role offers a competitive monthly stipend of R43,310.88.

Minimum Requirements

• A 3-year Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Facilities Management, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification.
• 5 years of experience in asset management, preferably in a financial or organizational setting, with responsibility for managing fixed asset registers and compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of all applicable legislations.
• Project Management Skills.
• Collaboration Skills.
• Writing and Reporting Skills.
• Relationship Management Skills.
• Attention to Detail Skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Office Services Manager and Specialist Asset Management in conducting comprehensive assessments of existing property and equipment assets and verifying current asset records.
• Collaborate with Finance, ICT, and Supply Chain units to ensure effective interlink and coordination of asset management processes across divisions.
• Assist in identifying and implementing improvements to current asset management systems, tools, controls, and protocols to address identified gaps and weaknesses.
• Work with the Manager: Office Services to develop and implement enhanced internal control systems for property and equipment management.
• Participate in the development and delivery of training programs for Office Services and Asset Management staff, as well as merSETA employees, to ensure common understanding of updated Property and Equipment Management procedures and protocols.
• Support the quality control process for Asset Management data in the Asset Register by reviewing and analysing reports, and identifying life-cycle events and discrepancies.
• Collaborate in the implementation of robust asset tagging and tracking systems (e.g., barcodes, RFID) for efficient asset tracking and regular record updates.

How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please follow these steps:

• Complete a fully official merSETA Job Application Form.
• Prepare a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Submit your application by email to: recruitment@merseta.org.za
• Ensure your email subject line clearly states only the Reference Number: SACO/HO/08/07/26

The closing date for applications is 08 July 2026.