Technical Project Assistant

Professional Resources Partners Pty Ltd; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 446,400 - 580,320; Full time

Job summary

Professional Resources Partners Pty Ltd is seeking a Technical Project Assistant in Randburg, GP, South Africa. The ideal candidate will assist the CEO with strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage sensitive information effectively.

The role includes conducting technical research, providing administrative support, and assisting with project management in a professional business environment. A Bachelor's degree in engineering or related fields is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, built environment professions, management, or business.
• Strong technical knowledge in engineering or a professional business environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in report and presentation development.
• Strong technical report writing and software skills (MS Office, collaboration tools).
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical research and analysis on emerging trends, technologies, and innovations in the engineering field.
• Serve as a liaison between the CEO and direct reports, employees, clients, business partners, investors, and media.
• Provide administrative support, including managing schedules, travel, and correspondence.
• Assist in managing projects to ensure timely completion and high-quality standards.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement.
• Maintain accurate documentation for technical discussions, presentations, and decisions.
• Provide technical and strategic support, including preparing reports, presentations, and industry analysis.

Skills

Technical knowledge in engineering

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Technical report writing and software skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, built environment professions, management, or business

Tools

MS Office

Collaboration tools

Job description

Job Specification

Technical Project Assistant

Location

Randburg, GP, South Africa

Employment Type

Permanent

Salary

R40,000 – R52,000 (Cost to Company, including Medical Aid and Pension)

Purpose of the Role

We are looking for a skilled professional with a strong technical and executive support background to assist the CEO in a Built Environment Professional Services setting. The ideal candidate should be tech-savvy, well-versed in professional business operations, and demonstrate outstanding organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities. This role involves close collaboration with the CEO and various internal and external stakeholders, requiring a high level of discretion when managing sensitive and confidential information.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct technical research and analysis on emerging trends, technologies, and innovations in the engineering field.
• Serve as a liaison between the CEO and direct reports, employees, clients, business partners, investors, and media.
• Provide administrative support, including managing schedules, travel, and correspondence.
• Assist in managing projects to ensure timely completion and high-quality standards.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement.
• Maintain accurate documentation for technical discussions, presentations, and decisions.
• Provide technical and strategic support, including preparing reports, presentations, and industry analysis.

Candidate Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, built environment professions, management, or business.
• Strong technical knowledge in engineering or a professional business environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in report and presentation development.
• Strong technical report writing and software skills (MS Office, collaboration tools).
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Additional Qualifications (Advantageous)

• Master's degree or currently pursuing a postgraduate degree.
• Professional registration with ECSA, SACPMP, PMP, or relevant certification.
• Business development, marketing, or finance experience within the built environment industry.