Senior Assessment Consultant

Transnet; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in South Africa is seeking a Senior Assessment Consultant to establish a fully functional Assessment and Development Centre. The role involves designing talent assessment processes, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have HPCSA registration and significant experience in assessment and development.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' relevant experience in assessment and development.
• Experience in SLA and Contract Administration.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage Assessment and Development Centre.
• Design and implement customized talent assessment processes.
• Oversee operational assessment projects and ensure compliance.

Skills

Assessment and Development

Project Management

Data Analytics

Mentoring and Coaching

Education

Registration with HPCSA as an Industrial Psychologist or Psychometrist

Accreditation in various assessment tools

Tools

Cognitive Process Profile (CPP)

JvR leadership assessment batteries

Psytech batteries

CPRD/Dover system assessment tools

Job description

Job title: Senior Assessment Consultant

Job Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Durban | Deadline: June 16, 2025

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Responsibilities

1. Establish a fully functional Assessment and Development Centre within the Operating Division.
2. Provide input in designing the Transnet Assessment Operating Model and Assessment Model in compliance with relevant regulation and legislation.
3. Design and implement customised talent assessment processes, batteries, and practices that meet the talent needs of businesses in line with Transnet's strategy.
4. Develop and implement employee selection and development assessment processes for the Transnet Operating Divisions.
5. Evaluate available assessment services and offerings to address business-specific needs.
6. Identify, mitigate, and manage operational risks and gaps in product offerings; recommend solutions.
7. Manage projects to deliver operational efficiencies and meet business strategies.
8. Contribute to Assessment Centre Policy formulation, development, and review to ensure alignment with best practices and legislative requirements.
9. Oversee operational assessment projects to ensure efficient delivery according to SLAs.
10. Source and identify assessment tools for skills, abilities, and interests assessments for various HR processes.
11. Participate in assessment tender briefings and technical evaluations.
12. Manage contracts and vendors related to assessment services.
13. Design, map, and manage the full assessment process, including scoring, interpretation, and reporting.
14. Administer standardized assessments for recruitment, promotion, and development at all organizational levels.
15. Compile and deliver feedback reports to stakeholders post-assessment.
16. Identify development gaps and coordinate training interventions with L&D departments.
17. Provide mentoring and coaching; contribute to career development initiatives.
18. Facilitate leadership development and team interventions.
19. Lead assessment engagements at Talent Management forums to ensure alignment across Divisions.
20. Conduct data analytics, research, and benchmarking.
21. Manage and update the competency profiling framework.
22. Conduct skills audits as required.
23. Develop and review competency-based interview guides.
24. Participate in continuous improvement meetings and workshops.
25. Maintain a confidential document management system compliant with legislative regulations.
26. Stay updated on laws, regulations, standards, and emerging trends in assessment.
27. Ensure compliance with HPCSA CPD requirements.
28. Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote the value of assessments.
29. Manage end-to-end assessment projects and strategic partnerships.
30. Oversee the Internship programme for industrial psychologists and psychometrists.
31. Design and implement training needs analysis and interventions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Registration with HPCSA as an Industrial Psychologist or Psychometrist.
• Accreditation in various assessment tools.
• 3-5 years' relevant experience in assessment and development.
• Experience in SLA and Contract Administration.

Standard Job Requirements

• Regular travel
• Valid driver’s license

Required Batteries: Cognitive Process Profile (CPP), JvR leadership assessment batteries, Psytech batteries, and CPRD/Dover system assessment tools.