TESD members have the opportunity to participate in industry-leading workshops hosted by SEIFSA this year. These workshops are designed to equip professionals with the latest skills, insights, and compliance updates essential for success in the engineering and manufacturing sectors. Why Attend?✅ Stay ahead with industry trends✅ Gain expert knowledge from SEIFSA specialists✅ Enhance compliance and…
ArcelorMittal Makes Final Decision on Long Steel’s Fate
Johannesburg, 9 January 2025 – ArcelorMittal South Africa has made the final decision to mothball its long-steel operations at its Newcastle Works, Vereeniging Works, and its rail and structural subsidiary, AMRAS. This significant announcement is set to have far-reaching consequences, impacting not only the surrounding communities but also suppliers, contractors, and the broader metals and…
SEIFSA: Inclusive Strategy for South Africa’s Steel Industry
Johannesburg, 8 January 2025 – South Africa’s business sentiment reached a peak in 2024, supported by consistent electricity supply and political stability. As we move into 2025, the challenge lies in turning this optimism into tangible outcomes, particularly for the steel industry. To achieve sustainable growth, the steel sector must foster collaboration between policymakers, the…
ANNUAL SHUTDOWN ARRANGEMENTS FOR THIS YEAR 2024
The time of the year is fast approaching where management will have to finalise their annual shutdown arrangements. The key provisions of the Main Agreement and the respective leave pay and leave enhancement pay (leave bonus) calculations are set out in this article to assist management in completing this task as simply as possible. The…
Webinar: TES Compliance: The Road Less Travelled
The “TES Compliance: The Road Less Travelled” webinar, hosted by John Botha, Joint CEO of Global Business Solutions, was a crucial resource for Temporary Employment Services (TES) providers. This session explored the critical aspects of compliance in the TES industry, providing key insights on: Designed to equip TES providers with practical compliance strategies, the webinar…
SEIFSA Bursary Program for the Steel and Engineering Industry
SEIFSA is committed to nurturing skilled talent for the Steel and Engineering industry by supporting students who aim to make a difference in this sector. Each year, SEIFSA awards bursaries to deserving full-time students pursuing Engineering-related careers at recognised South African universities or Universities of Technology (UoT). The bursary program supports undergraduate students studying in…
SEIFSA Workshops 2024 – 2025
Enhance your team’s skills and knowledge with SEIFSA’s comprehensive workshop offerings! Designed to address key areas within the industrial sector, these workshops cater to professionals at all levels, providing critical insights into Industrial Relations, Economics, and Skills Development. All workshops are available in flexible formats, either online or face-to-face, to suit your organization’s needs. Workshop…
Webinar: Master Absenteeism and Leave Management
In this webinar, we explored how to tackle rising absenteeism costs and manage complex leave policies effectively. Key topics covered included: Missed it? Watch to learn how to better manage absenteeism and boost productivity in your organization! Download Absenteeism and leave trend analysis and management 2.0 slides
NOTICE TO NEDLAC OF INTENTION TO PROCEED WITH PROTEST ACTION
The Congress of South Africa Trade Unions (COSATU) hereby gives formal notice to NEDLAC of its intention to proceed with protest action. This action is in line with the notice submitted to NEDLAC on 21 August 2017 under Section 77(1)(b), addressing the ongoing Economic Crisis in South Africa. The protest action will take place on…
Webinar: EQ in AI – Incorporating Emotional Intelligence (EQ) into AI Systems.
In this insightful conversation, we explore the powerful intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and emotional intelligence (EQ), highlighting how EQ is transforming not only the TES industry but various sectors across the board. As AI takes on a more significant role in decision-making, the integration of EQ enables systems to better understand and adapt to…