Psychometrist - Assessment Specialist (Centurion)

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Automotive Industry based in Centurion, is currently looking to employ a registered Psychometrist to fulfil an Assessment Specialist role.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

• Honours degree in Industrial Psychology / Social Sciences.
• Registered Psychometrist (compulsory) or Industrial Psychologist (advantage) with the HPCSA.
• Experience with competency profiling, job analysis, and job description writing.
• Proficient in selecting assessment batteries (cognitive, personality, and behavioural).
• At least 3 years of experience in Psychometric Assessment Management, including administration, feedback, and report compilation.
• Experience in creating learning and development plans.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in the motor industry.

• Deliver on the integrated Talent Management Strategy, ensuring alignment with the business objectives and learning and development priorities.
• Promote and communicate the Value Proposition for Psychometric assessments, ensuring alignment with the Group Dealer Franchise Agreements and Standards.

• Schedule and ensure timely delivery of psychometric assessments for key positions, both for recruitment and development purposes.
• Set up online assessment links and send them to candidates within 24 hours of a request.
• Compile and send online assessment reports to relevant parties within 48 hours of completion.
• Provide feedback to the requestor within 2 working days after receipt of results.
• Provide feedback to candidates if candidates request feedback.
• Drive compliance for key roles by contacting dealers regarding non-compliance and implementing methods to improve adherence to assessment criteria.
• Ensure alignment with Dealer Operating Standards (DOS) on assessment compliance.

• Schedule, coordinate, and facilitate assessment centres for Dealer Principal roles and specialist projects.
• Prepare and conduct assessment centres, providing a report within 48 hours.
• Arrange brand interviews within 48 hours after assessment centres for Dealer Principal roles.
• Provide relevant feedback to candidates.

• Manage and report on the group’s Assessment Data, including Norm Data, Annual Validation Studies, and other analytics.
• Maintain daily tracking of assessments and assessment centres.
• Ensure data integrity and confidentiality in compliance with HPCSA guidelines.
• Compile and distribute the monthly assessment compliance report.
• Track non-compliant dealers and managers and document responses on the assessment tracker.

• Advise on the selection and use of appropriate assessment tools for recruitment and development purposes, especially for special projects.
• Develop and present bi-monthly workshops to educate the dealer network on the value and benefits of psychometric assessments.
• Manage relationships with third-party suppliers, including RFQs, and oversee invoice tracking for special projects.

• Update the assessment tracker daily to ensure accurate billing.
• Compile monthly billing for assessment services and distribute it to the Line Manager for approval.
• Perform weekly checks to ensure billing accuracy.

• Ensure all assessment services comply with relevant legislative requirements.
• Educate the dealer network throughout the assessment and feedback process.
• Stay updated on trends in psychometry to continuously enhance assessment offerings.

• Identify and recommend initiatives to improve productivity and reduce operational costs.
• Develop workshops to educate the dealer network on psychometric assessment data and talent management practices.
• Support internal events such as product launches, certification examinations, and department workshops.
• Maintain relationships with field staff and dealer staff.
• Attend roadshows to stay informed about trends, changes, and brand strategies.
• Update competency profiles and assessment centre materials as needed (every 3-5 years).
• Assist with the updating of job profiles for dealer management and staff, ensuring alignment with the group’s competency profiles.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of business operations, specifically in process efficiency and delivery.
• Ensure course content updates and innovate in delivery methods.

• Assist with the annual update of audit and standard documents (processes, workflows, work instructions) to ensure alignment with the internal Quality Management System.
• Adhere to all internal processes, including expense claims, schedules, and work instructions.
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring timely submission of quotes and adherence to budget limits.