Careers at Sutherland

We are looking for an experienced Senior Finance and Payroll Administrator to provide accurate, efficient payroll processing and finance administration support across the business.

The successful candidate will be proactive, highly organised, and detail-oriented, with the ability to support statutory compliance, financial administration, and effective business operations.

The primary purpose of this role is to ensure the accurate and timely administration of payroll and related finance processes, while providing reliable support to the business divisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end payroll administration, including monthly payroll processing, employee benefits administration, payroll reconciliations, reporting and related employee queries.
• Administer accounts payable processes, including supplier payments, reconciliations, supporting documentation and accurate record keeping.
• Support statutory and regulatory compliance, including SARS submissions, PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201, IRP5/IT3(a), Easy File and other payroll-related compliance requirements.
• Assist with treasury and cash management activities, including payment preparation, cash flow support and bank-related administration.
• Prepare and maintain financial reporting information, management account schedules and supporting reconciliations for review.
• Support audit and year-end processes by preparing schedules, reconciling information and assisting with auditor requests.
• Maintain sound corporate governance, accurate records, confidentiality and compliance with internal policies, procedures and deadlines.

Requirements and Key competencies:

• Relevant qualification in Bookkeeping / accounting / payroll or business administration with proven experience in a finance and payroll administration role.
• 7-10 years’ demonstrable experience in finance administration, including significant hands-on payroll responsibility.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage Pastel accounting.
• Experience with Pay Space / Deel Local Payroll software would be a distinct advantage.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll processing, payroll reconciliations and payroll reporting.
• Strong understanding of SARS submissions and compliance, including PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201, IRP5/IT3(a), Easy File and related payroll tax matters.
• Experience with CIPC submissions and statutory compliance requirements.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including reconciliations, reporting schedules and data accuracy checks.
• Excellent interpersonal, telephone, email and in-person communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage deadlines and maintain strict confidentiality.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and accountability in handling financial and payroll information.
• Experience in a multi-company or group environment would be advantageous.

Salary commensurate with relevant experience.

To apply for this position, please email your CV to careers@sutherlandengineers.com with Senior Finance and Payroll Administrator in the subject line. 

We are looking for a curious, creative Graduate or Junior Engineer to join our growing Cape Town team.

The opportunity

At SUTHERLAND FACADES, we believe the building envelope is far more than glass and aluminium. It is where architecture, engineering, sustainability and human experience come together. We engineer façades that improve human wellbeing, deliver measurable performance and create lasting architectural legacy across Sub-Saharan Africa.

You will work within a specialist façade engineering team on a diverse range of projects, including high-rise buildings, commercial offices, airports, hospitals, residential developments and landmark mixed-use projects.

The role will expose you to façade structural engineering, glass engineering, wind engineering, thermal performance, building physics, parametric design, digital modelling and site-based quality assurance.

You will work alongside experienced façade engineers, architects and multidisciplinary design teams, with strong mentorship and the opportunity to develop into a specialist engineer.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering Degree, or a related qualification;
• A graduate with up to two years’ experience;
• Has a passion for buildings, people and good design;
• Curious about how buildings perform;
• Enjoys solving complex engineering problems;
• Communicates well and works effectively in a team; and
• is eager to learn and develop within a specialist field.
• Experience in structural steel design would be an advantage.
• Experience or a strong interest in Rhino, Grasshopper and Revit would also be beneficial, particularly in parametric design and digital workflow integration.

Our design philosophy
Our work is guided by three principles:

Build Legacy
Design buildings that future generations will inherit with pride.

Design for Human Wellbeing
Create façades that improve the everyday experience of the people who occupy and use our buildings.

Design by Performance
Use engineering, data and measurable outcomes to create buildings that perform throughout their life.

We do not just engineer buildings. We engineer the human experience in and around them.

Location: Granger Bay, Cape Town

What we offer:

• Salary commensurate with relevant experience

How to Apply:

If you meet the above requirements, please email your CV to careers@sutherlandengineers.com, please include “Junior Facade Engineer – Cape Town” in the subject line. 

An exciting opportunity exists for a dynamic Revit Technician to be part of our Electrical team in Granger Bay, Cape Town.

What we are looking for:

• Autodesk Revit Qualification
• Proficient in Revit 3D 
• 4-5 years’ experience 
• Strong communication skills  
• Team player
• Proficient in Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel)

*Revit draughting of the electrical and electronic engineering design of large commercial, retail, industrial and multi-residential buildings, including MV/LV installations, Generator, UPS, PV, lighting and small power, access control, CCTV and data networks design using the latest software. 

What we offer:

• Salary commensurate with relevant experience

How to Apply:

If you meet the above requirements, please email your CV to careers@sutherlandengineers.com, please include “Revit Technician- Electrical” in the subject line. 

We are seeking to appoint a seasoned Human Resources Generalist with proven expertise across the full HR value chain. This role is suited to a proactive and solutions-driven professional who thrives in a dynamic consulting environment and can effectively partner with leadership to support business performance and foster a positive, high-performing workplace culture. 

Role Purpose

The primary purpose of this role is to deliver efficient and effective HR support services across business divisions, managing the full employee lifecycle while supporting the HR Director in the delivery of strategic HR initiatives aligned with organisational objectives. 

Key responsiblities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment and selection processes
• Facilitate onboarding and induction of new employees 
• Support employee retention and engagement intiatives
• Coordinate training, learning and career development programmes
• Manage employee separation processes in line with company and legal requirements
• Assist with annual HR reporting, audits and compliance obligations
• Support the HR Director in executing HR projects and stategic intiatives
• Liaise with external service providers and partners 
• Maintain accurate and compliant HR records and documentation

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant Human Resources qualification
• 7-10 years’ experience in a generalist HR role
• Strong working knowledge of South African labour legislation, including: BCEA, LRA, Employment Equity, Skills Development, B-BBEE
• Proficiency in MS Office (intermediate level)
• Experience with Payspace payroll advantageous
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools in HR practices 

Key Compentencies

• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication ability (written and verbal)
• High attention to detail and accuracy 
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
• Professional, responsive and solutions-oriented approach 

Remuneration

• Market-related and commensurate with experience

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to careers@sutherlandengineers.com, please include “Human Resources Generalist” in the subject line.