Where innovation makes the difference Where downtime is just as important as uptime Where interesting projects are the norm Where you have the freedom to be awesome Careers at ThoroughTec ThoroughTec is a global leader in the design, development and support of heavy equipment simulators and workforce excellence systems. We develop a diverse range of simulator and training products for the mining, fire&rescue, defence and construction industries around the world. ThoroughTec’s head office is in Durban, South Africa, with a network of regional offices around the globe including Perth, Salt Lake City, Shanghai, Santiago and Toronto. ThoroughTec is an equal opportunity employer, who offers all staff competitive salaries, training and career growth opportunities. Be a part of a team at the forefront of Research and Development in mining, ARFF and military simulators. If you’re an ace mechanical designer or electrical engineer with a desire for research and development, design, prototyping and solving complex design challenges then get in touch with us to find out how your skills can help us to produce the world’s best training products. Software code is the heart and soul of our products and we are always on the lookout for people who might bring newfound energy and skills to our incredible team of developers. If you are a dynamic, talented software developer, analyst, architect or lead, we want to talk to you about where you might fit into our mining, ARFF or military software development teams. It takes a lot of ones and zeros to build our products, but it’s the 2D artwork 3D modelling and UX design that brings it all to life! As such, our digital design team is always looking for passionate young creatives to add form, colour and energy to what we do. Whether you’re a graphic designer with a flair for marketing or a talented 3D artist, give us a call to find out how your creativity can help us to produce more realistic and effective training products. Be a part of the team that is responsible for delivering our training content and ensuring our customer’s success. We have a wide variety of talent, from our instructional designers in the back-end to client facing simulator training specialists and customer success managers. If you’re passionate about training, we may have a position for you. The products we build are state-of-the-art and to achieve this, we need Artisans and Craftsmen who are masters of their trades. If you are a highly skilled and experienced metal-worker, welder, instrument technician or wireman, then contact us to find out about opportunities in our manufacturing department. Selling safety-critical training products to the military, fire fighting and mining industry demands the very highest standards of product quality. We maintain a highly-skilled team of Quality assurance and control personnel to ensure that we maintain our hard-won ISO 9001 and 14001 accreditations, as well as deliver MIL-SPEC reliability to our customers in uniform. If you have an eye for detail and are a stickler for process, there could be a role for you. The glue that brings it all together. Looking after finance, legal, procurement, travel, IT and HR, our corporate services team ensure that ThoroughTec runs like a well-oiled machine! Gift of the gab? Smooth talker? Salesman of the Year? We want to meet you! Our market is global, our products are highly technical and our clients are tough, but if you have what it takes, there are monster deals out there and we need hunters! If you see yourself as a professional, highly-motivated and effective sales person, give us a call. Budget vs. schedule vs. quality, Project Management is always a challenge, more so when it comes to delivering on highly complex, long-term contracts. If you think that you have the organisational skills and management experience to strike the perfect balance and deliver great projects to our mining and military customers around the world, give us a call! ThoroughbredPerks FLEXIBLE WORK HOURS Inspiration doesn’t work 8 to 5 and neither do we (unless you’d like to of course…). As long as you put in your 8 hours a day, we don’t mind when you start or finish. That means you can put life first, avoiding the traffic, hitting the gym, ferrying kids or catching up on your beauty sleep. Your call. TUITION BENEFITS When you learn, we learn, which is why we actively promote a culture of constant personal development. If it’s a course of study that we prescribe, it’s on us. If there is something else you’d like to pursue and it’s in your line of work, we will come to the party with a generous contribution to your tuition and some time off to study. COFFEE CONNOISSEUR? Cappuccino, flat white, espresso, macchiato, short, long, black, white, we have it all. As much bean-to-cup coffee as you can drink, guaranteed. Or for those less dependent on caffeine, there’s also tea, milo and hot choc to fuel your day. Oh, did we mention it’s free…? And if you fancy a bite, how about some freshly baked cake, muffins or crunchies? Yes please! WORK HARD, PLAY HARD! Fancy a little competition? Join in the weekly soccer match or if you prefer, go digital and challenge your mates on the LAN or canteen PS4. Friday afternoon drinks, social braais and team building events are also a regular treat for the less competitively inclined. COMFORT FIRST! We’re not strict when it comes to what you wear to work. We want you comfortable, not stuffed into a suit, so by all means, keep it casual. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! They say it matters and we agree! The Beach, a warm ocean, gym, great restaurants and world-class shopping malls all within 5 min of our Campus. Durban is an awesome place to live! Job Application 2 First Name * Last Name * Contact Number * Email Address * Position Applying For Position Applying For Cover Letter or Message Upload CV Maximum file size: 10MB Captcha If you are human, leave this field blank. Close 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 African market. Candidates should ideally be based in Durban, South Africa, though other, suitable locations will be considered based on relevant experience. 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 3 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: Perth, Australia Remuneration: Market-related, basic plus commission Job Application 2 First Name * Last Name * Contact Number * Email Address * Position Applying For Position Applying For Cover Letter or Message Upload CV Maximum file size: 10MB Captcha If you are human, leave this field blank. Close ThoroughTec, the worlds leading developer of advanced, operator training simulators for the Mining Industry is seeking energetic, high-performing Business Development Manager, to cover the APAC market. Candidates should ideally be based in Perth, Australia, although other, suitable locations may be considered based on relevant experience. 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 3 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: Perth&Kalgoorlie, Australia,FIFO – 8:6 roster Remuneration: Market-related, basic plus commission Job Application 2 First Name * Last Name * Contact Number * Email Address * Position Applying For Position Applying For Cover Letter or Message Upload CV Maximum file size: 10MB Captcha If you are human, leave this field blank. Close ThoroughTec Simulation, the world’s leading developer of high-fidelity, operator training simulators for the mining industry, is looking for an energetic and experienced Customer Success Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting ThoroughTec’s global mining clients to properly integrate and utilise our CYBERMINE dump truck operator training simulator and other technology-based 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 dump truck operator training simulator and other supporting products. Conduct equipment specific training interventions on the simulator, providing high level support and guidance to participants to ensure successful outcomes. 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. Facilitate course delivery, skill building and 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. This role will be FIFO (Perth based to Kalgoorlie) with an 8:6 roster utilising client charter flights and accommodation. Requirements: Prospective candidates should satisfy the following critical requirements to be considered for the role: 2 -3 years industry training experience (advantageous) A valid Driver’s Licence A valid Passport (without travel restrictions) Excellent communication skills and fluency in both spoken and written English A willingness and ability to travel extensively, based on the FIFO roster A high degree of competency in the MS Office suite High degree of self-motivation, self-discipline and an ability to work independently Desirableskills and experience: Additionally, possession of any of the following will be considered an advantage: Friendly, professional and efficient client focussed mindset Client relationship / account management work experience Educational work experience A Background in engineering or data analysis Experience working with operator training simulators Experience operating heavy mining equipment ThoroughTec is an equal opportunity employer who offers all staff competitive salaries, training and career growth opportunities. Location: Umhlanga Rocks, Durban, South Africa Remuneration: Market related Type of position: Permanent Job Application 2 First Name * Last Name * Contact Number * Email Address * Position Applying For Position Applying For Cover Letter or Message Upload CV Maximum file size: 10MB Captcha If you are human, leave this field blank. Close A position has opened up for an energetic and high performing Electrical Design Engineer at ThoroughTec Simulation’s head office in Durban, South Africa. ThoroughTec is the world’s leading developer of advanced operator training simulators for various industries, such as mining, military and airport rescue and firefighting equipment. BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering 4-5 years’ work experience, with at least 1x years’ experience as an Electrical Design Engineer Experience with Autodesk Inventor would be advantageous Experience in a niche manufacturing environment will be advantageous Key responsibilities: Design and implement electrical systems for our simulator products, while working closely with the mechanical design team Attend concept and design reviews, and present electrical system requirements/solutions that will meet our quality standards, customer expectations, as well as applicable regulatory standards (e.g. CSA) Identify potential suppliers and foster collaboration with them on parts, components, new technologies, etc. that can be effectively used in our simulator systems Participate and be actively involved in electrical component integration, and the assessment of outcomes (fast course correction when required) Attend twice weekly R&D meetings and provide updates on your projects Work closely with the Production Control team to ensure electrical design items are ordered timeously The Ideal Candidate Should Demonstrate An ability to design with cost-saving, ease of installation and servicing in mind An ability to read and understand mechanical design drawings Attention to detail, time management and excellent problem-solving skills Strict self-discipline and an ability to work independently Strong oral and written communication skills Self-starter that brings positive energy to the work environment Proficiency in utilising Microsoft tools Must be adaptable and flexible, while remaining positive, in order to adapt to considerable variety in the role Location: Durban, South Africa Remuneration: Negotiable Experience Level: Mid Job Application 2 First Name * Last Name * Contact Number * Email Address * Position Applying For Position Applying For Cover Letter or Message Upload CV Maximum file size: 10MB Captcha If you are human, leave this field blank. Close 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. 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. Experience&Qualification A 3D animation/ Graphic Design qualification from a reputable institution or relevant tertiary qualification. Talented 3D skills with a relevant 3D portfolio. Working with and animating vehicle rigs in 3Ds Max. Adobe Illustrator experience. (essential) 2D artwork skills for various implementations. 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 Visual scripting. ThoroughTec is an equal opportunity employer who offers all staff competitive salaries, training and career growth opportunities. Location: Remote, South Africa Remuneration: Negotiable Experience Level: Mid Job Application 2 First Name * Last Name * Contact Number * Email Address * Position Applying For Position Applying For Cover Letter or Message Upload CV Maximum file size: 10MB Captcha If you are human, leave this field blank. Close ThoroughTec Simulation is seeking a Multi-media Designer to join their E-learning Department, based in Durban, in a full-time capacity. Note the current position is remote and does not require you to be in Durban. Must be willing to travel both locally and internationally. We require an individual with a flair for creativity and an interest in designing instructional animations and producing high-quality 3D or 2D multi-media, with the ability to thrive in an agile environment. The role involves collaborating with team members to meet project deadlines, creating prototypes, modelling and texturing. Key responsibilities will include: Working closely with the team and client to establish the requirements for the project. Collaborating with team members to support prototypes and final media that fit the aesthetic direction and vision of the project. Modelling and texturing accurate vehicle consoles and environment details. Rigging vehicles within the Unity engine. Setting up and creating high-quality in-engine animations within the Unity game engine. Video and audio editing. Development of interactive 3D lessons within the Unity game engine. Creation of high-quality 3D renders, 2D media and icons. Candidates must exhibit or be able to demonstrate: Creative mindset, innovative ideas, proactivity and the ability to think and learn fast. Exceptional design skills and a passionate commitment to the work you deliver. Be able to create optimised low poly models and edit existing models. Excellent communication, both written and verbal, while being able to accurately convey ideas/concepts to both the team and clients. 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. Time management skills with a keen attention to detail. Acceptance of feedback and constructive evaluation of your work. Experience&Qualification A 3D artist/ Graphic Design qualification from a reputable institution or relevant tertiary qualification 3 to 5 years of relevant experience as a designer/ 3D artist Adobe Photoshop (essential) Adobe Illustrator (essential) The following skills and/or experience would be an advantage: Good working knowledge of the Unity game engine, including working with its Timeline and Cinemachine components. Working with the Playmaker addon within Unity/ Visual scripting. Basic understanding of XML. Substance Painter / working with PBR materials. Working with Jira and understanding the concepts of agile. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Location: Durban, South Africa Remuneration: Negotiable Experience: Senior Job Application 2 First Name * Last Name * Contact Number * Email Address * Position Applying For Position Applying For Cover Letter or Message Upload CV Maximum file size: 10MB Captcha If you are human, leave this field blank. Close This is a fantastic opportunity for a SENIOR DEVELOPER with experience designing and developing software in C# to work in the high-tech environment of vehicle simulation. Join the team and bring your experience in technical software development to help the team solve complex problems in a relaxed yet highly-professional environment. In this role, you will be a senior member in an Agile development team creating high fidelity simulation software to replicate the real-time behaviour of mining or military vehicles. Each team is multi-disciplined, providing you with a wide exposure to real-time simulation techniques, physics systems, graphics engines and modern development technologies and methodologies Qualifications: Sc. (Comp.Sci.) ( i.e. at least one major in Computer Science) Four or more years relevant software development experience At least two years’ C# experience At least a year’s experience working in an Agile Environment (e.g. Scrum, Kanban, etc.) Detailed knowledge and understanding of Design Patterns and their implementations Mature algorithmic knowledge Experience with Unity gaming engine beneficial Able to demonstrate the ability to solve complex problems under pressure Solid mathematical background Experience with physics and reality modelling, 3D graphics, hardware control, motion feedback systems, audio simulation or networking would be considered a benefit If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Location: Durban, South Africa Remuneration: Negotiable Experience: Intermediate Job Application 2 First Name * Last Name * Contact Number * Email Address * Position Applying For Position Applying For Cover Letter or Message Upload CV Maximum file size: 10MB Captcha If you are human, leave this field blank. Close Build driver training simulators for Mining, Military and Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicles This is a fantastic opportunity for an intermediate developer with experience designing and developing software in C# to work in the high-tech environment of vehicle simulation. Join the team and bring your experience in technical software development to help the team solve complex problems in a relaxed yet highly-professional environment. The Role In this role, you will be a member of an Agile development team creating high fidelity simulation software to replicate the real-time behaviour of vehicles integrated into a virtual world that includes AI vehicles. Each team is multi-disciplined, providing you with a wide exposure to real-time simulation techniques, physics systems, graphics engines and modern development technologies and methodologies. Qualifications Sc. (Comp.Sci.) ( i.e. at least one major in Computer Science) Minimum of 3 years relevant software development experience At least one years’ C# experience At least a year’s experience working in an Agile Environment (e.g. Scrum, Kanban, etc.) Knowledge and understanding of Design Patterns and their implementations Sound algorithmic knowledge Experience with Unity gaming engine is beneficial Able to demonstrate the ability to solve complex problems under pressure Solid mathematical background Experience with physics and reality modelling, 3D graphics, hardware control, motion feedback systems, audio simulation or networking would be considered a benefit If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Location: Durban, South Africa Remuneration: Negotiable Experience: Junior Job Application 2 First Name * Last Name * Contact Number * Email Address * Position Applying For Position Applying For Cover Letter or Message Upload CV Maximum file size: 10MB Captcha If you are human, leave this field blank. Close Build driver training simulators for Mining, Military and Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicles This is a fantastic opportunity for a junior software developer with experience designing and developing software in C# to work in the high-tech environment of vehicle simulation. Join the team and bring your experience in technical software development to help the team solve complex problems in a relaxed yet highly-professional environment. The Role In this role, you will be a member of an Agile development team creating high fidelity simulation software to replicate the real-time behaviour of vehicles integrated into a virtual world that includes AI vehicles. Each team is multi-disciplined, providing you with a wide exposure to real-time simulation techniques, physics systems, graphics engines and modern development technologies and methodologies. Qualifications Sc. (Comp.Sci.) ( i.e. at least one major in Computer Science) Minimum of 1 year relevant software development experience Experience with Unity gaming engine is beneficial Able to demonstrate the ability to solve complex problems under pressure Able to write structured, maintainable code by making use of design principles such as S.O.L.I.D A sound mathematical background If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Location: Durban, South Africa Remuneration: Market-related Job Application 2 First Name * Last Name * Contact Number * Email Address * Position Applying For Position Applying For Cover Letter or Message Upload CV Maximum file size: 10MB Captcha If you are human, leave this field blank. Close Build driver training simulators for Mining, Military and Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicles This is a fantastic opportunity for a UNITY DEVELOPER with experience designing and developing software utilizing the Unity game engine to work in the high-tech environment of vehicle simulation. Join the team and bring your experience in technical software development to help the team solve complex problems in a relaxed yet highly-professional environment. The Role In this role, you will be a member in an Agile development team creating high fidelity simulation software to replicate the real-time behaviour of vehicles integrated into a virtual world that includes AI vehicles. Each team is multi-disciplined, providing you with a wide exposure to real-time simulation techniques, physics systems, graphics engines and modern development technologies and methodologies. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or a similar field. Proven experience as a Unity or Unity3D developer. Good knowledge of Unity and Unity3D software programs. Knowledge of 3D development and physics. Ability to optimize space and memory. Ability to handle and troubleshoot complex issues. Communication skills to work in a team. Knowledge about the concepts of Object-Oriented Programming and Data-Oriented Programming. Knowing how to use the Entity Component System (ECS). At least a year’s experience working in an Agile Environment (e.g. Scrum, Kanban, etc.) Familiar with working in a large code base If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Location: Durban, South Africa Remuneration: Negotiable Experience: Junior Job Application 2 First Name * Last Name * Contact Number * Email Address * Position Applying For Position Applying For Cover Letter or Message Upload CV Maximum file size: 10MB Captcha If you are human, leave this field blank. Close This is a fantastic opportunity for an in-house Junior Travel Consultant with an eye for detail and a love for travel and organization. Join the team and bring your experience in domestic and international corporate travel, dealing with multiple trips and clients in a relaxed yet highly-professional environment. In this role, you will work closely with the company’s Senior Travel Consultant to book, coordinate and manage local and international travel across the business. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for the end-to-end travel process including planning, costing, implementing and confirming itineraries, through to post-travel communications. Booking of flights, car hire and accommodation on behalf of all local and international travelling company employees. Ensure all bookings are completed accurately, efficiently and timeously. Secure the best travel deals available in the market in terms of price, quality, timing and other factors specific to the company travel policy. Monitor and facilitate the use of company frequent flyer programs, and other applicable rewards and loyalty programs. Build a database of reliable accommodation in various cities, locally and internationally. Respond to and timeously resolve any issues which may arise with travel suppliers. Able to secure, cost and present excellent travel itineraries to management and the team. Ensure timeous completion of every travel booking. Able to complete and present, inter alia , monthly reports, purchase orders and travel related administration as required for all travel that takes place. Contribute to the teams success. Skills and requirements: Excellent planning and organizational skills. Ability to produce excellent results consistently, timeously and meeting of deadlines. Ability to apply networking and influencing skills. Ability to problem solve in a timely and effective manner. High sense of accountability towards work. Ability to pay attention to detail and have good reporting skills. Must have a detailed understanding of the rules and regulations for travel. Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English. Ability to work under pressure and to handle very large volumes with quick turnaround times. Expected to understand the requirements for VISA applications and to complete these applications. Must have a minimum of 3 years hands-on experience in local and international corporate travel bookings. Must have experience working with Amadeus travel system. Qualifications: Relevant Degree/Diploma in Travel and Tourism. Amadeus Certification. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Search engine Use this form to find things you need on this site #J-18808-Ljbffr