Assessment Specialist (Psychometrist) – 6-Month Contract (Johannesburg)

Assessment Specialist (Psychometrist) – 6-Month Contract (Johannesburg)

📅 Closing Date: 26 September 2025

📍 Location: Johannesburg

📄 Reference Number: HR_AssessmentSpecialist01

Role Overview

For a six-month contract, we are looking for an experienced Assessment Specialist (Psychometrist) to join our team. In addition to offering knowledgeable counsel on organizational design and assessment procedures, the chosen applicant will be in charge of managing and delivering psychometric tests for team-building, development, and recruitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full assessment process, including scheduling, administration, scoring, interpretation, and feedback, while ensuring compliance with HPCSA regulations and company policies.
• Select and apply suitable assessment tools based on role requirements, in line with best practices and legislative guidelines.
• Compile comprehensive, integrated reports detailing results and recommendations.
• Deliver feedback to both management and candidates regarding outcomes and development opportunities.
• Design customised exercises (e.g., case studies, role plays) in partnership with subject matter experts.
• Collaborate with leadership teams on organisational development (OD) initiatives.
• Develop, update, and maintain accurate job profiles and role descriptions.
• Advise management on key competencies required for roles and build success profiles where needed.
• Support the collection, analysis, and reporting of data related to assessments and OD programmes.
• Maintain strong professional relationships with candidates, managers, staff, and external service providers.
• Provide expert support in addressing queries related to assessments and OD interventions.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent (mandatory).
• Honours Degree in Psychology (mandatory).
• Registration with the HPCSA as a Psychometrist or Psychologist (mandatory).
• At least 5 years of relevant experience within a mid-sized organisation (mandatory).
• Aviation industry background (advantageous).
• Certification in the following tools:
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• WRISC (JvR) – essential
• TTS Suite – advantageous
• CPP – advantageous
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• Strong understanding of organisational design, assessment methodologies, and relevant legislation (BCEA, EEA, SDA, Codes of Good Practice).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, planning, and organisational ability.
• Problem-solving, facilitation, and research skills.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy.

Personal Attributes

• Professional, ethical, and trustworthy, with the ability to handle confidential information.
• Independent yet collaborative team player.
• Adaptable, proactive, and solution-oriented.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a positive mindset.
• Excellent time management and reliability under pressure.

Important Information

• Applications via email will not be accepted.
• Preference will be given to candidates from underrepresented designated groups in line with employment equity.
• If you do not hear back within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• The company reserves the right not to make an appointment or to select candidates based on operational needs.

Advice for Applicant: Your HPCSA registration is crucial for the Assessment Specialist position and ought to be the first thing that stands out on your application. Your profile will be strengthened if you can show that you have strong experience administering, interpreting, and reporting on psychometric assessments, especially WRISC and other recognized tools. Strong attention to detail, outstanding reporting abilities, and the capacity to accurately manage several deadlines are all necessary for the position. Make sure to highlight any prior experience you have with organizational design or the aviation industry, as this fits in nicely with the operational environment of the business.

Life at FlySafair: FlySafair is about more than just the flight deck; it's also about creating and assisting the teams that enable safe, effective operations. Working closely with leaders to make sure talent is in line with organizational needs, assessment specialists will have a significant impact on recruitment and development procedures. With a strong emphasis on accuracy and ethics, the culture here is people-oriented, professional, and collaborative. Even though this is a contract role, it offers a rare chance to use your psychometric knowledge in a fast-paced, dynamic field where your work directly supports organizational excellence and growth.

📌 Work Level: Mid-Level

📌 Contract Type: Temporary (6 months)

📌 Salary: Market-related

📌 Employment Equity: Not an EE position

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