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"Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality."
Craig Naidoo has been with Southern Pumps SA for 30 years, starting as a mechanical fitter to now being the Managing Director. Craig is a highly experienced Managing Director with a proven track record of driving successful business operations and achieving growth targets. He oversees our company’s daily operations, directing all its resources to implement a strategic plan for growth.
Craig also gives strategic guidance and direction to the board to ensure that the company achieves its financial vision, mission and long-term goals. With all the knowledge his acquired over the years, he strives to build an educated workforce in this industry. Craig leads from the front and exudes positivity and encouragement to galvanise a team behind a shared vision:
“Winners never quit and quitters never win, persistence keeps the wheel of progress movement turning.”
"Welcome to finance where everybody counts!"
Victoria Roberts brings over 10 years of expertise in financial management to Southern Pumps, where she has served as Financial Manager for the past year. With a robust background in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting, Victoria is dedicated to driving organisational success through strategic financial leadership.
Victoria is known for her data-driven decision-making skills and passion for optimising processes to enhance efficiency. Her proactive approach has not only identified significant cost-saving opportunities but also spurred considerable revenue growth. Under her leadership, the financial department has undergone transformative "CHANGE," implementing streamlined procedures and organisational structures that elevate accounting and finance functions. Committed to fostering business growth and profitability, Victoria mentors her team to uphold rigorous financial standards.
She believes in "failing your failures fast," emphasising rapid adaptation and continuous improvement. Victoria's mantra, "money grows on the tree of persistence," underscores her dedication to disciplined financial planning and achieving lasting financial freedom.
"Great vision without great people is irrelevant."
Sharne’ De Jongh has been an integral part of Southern Pumps SA for the past four years, serving as HR Administrator before stepping into her new role as HR Manager. With a strong background in talent acquisition, she has successfully recruited and onboarded top-tier professionals, ensuring that SPSA continues to thrive with the right people in the right roles.
Her expertise extends to employee relations and performance management, where she has consistently implemented strategies that align with the company’s goals. Sharne’ is deeply passionate about fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace, building teams that are not only cohesive but also empowered to succeed.
Known for her excellent communication skills and approachable leadership style, she is a trusted resource for employees seeking guidance and professional growth. With a results-driven mindset, Sharne’ has introduced impactful employee development programmes and streamlined HR processes, making her an invaluable asset in optimising human capital for long-term success.
"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together"
Tawfeeq Saliem has been part of the Southern Pumps team for about 4 years, with over 20 years of experience in Turning, Tawfeeq brings extensive technical knowledge and precision to his role as Workshop Manager at Southern Pumps.
A qualified Red Seal Turner, he has built his career through years of practical experience, from running his own business to completing custom welding and machining projects across a range of industries and operating CNC machinery, he has developed a deep understanding of manufacturing accuracy and process efficiency.
Tawfeeq is dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service, ensuring that every project is completed with efficiency, accuracy, and attention to detail. His leadership helps drive the continuous improvement and high-quality standards that define Southern Pumps reputation.
“In our workshop, accuracy isn’t just a target, it’s the foundation of performance.”
"Give them quality. That’s the best kind of advertising."
With 15 years of dedicated service at Southern Pumps SA, Washeem Davids has grown from a Turner to our esteemed Quality Control Manager. His journey is a testament to his commitment to excellence and continuous learning within the organisation.
Washeem plays a vital role in overseeing production processes, implementing rigorous quality standards, and leading his team toward operational excellence.
His keen eye for detail and ability to identify and rectify inefficiencies have significantly improved product quality while reducing waste.
As the guardian of product and service excellence, Washeem ensures that every output meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. He serves as the critical link between production and the final product, upholding our reputation for reliability and precision.
True to his belief, “The wishbone will never replace the backbone,” Washeem’s leadership and dedication reinforce the foundation of quality that defines Southern Pumps SA.
“Coming together is a beginning” “Keeping together is progress” “Working together is success”
Craig Blows is our Stores Manager with 20 years of experience in this field and 30 years of service at Southern Pumps.
He plays an important role in the success of Southern Pumps as Craig is result driven and well versed in finding top vendors, negotiating favourable contracts and managing a large budget all while focusing on supply chain optimisation and cost reduction strategies.
Craigs track record of implementing strategic procurement policies and procedures that drives cost savings and efficiency puts him a cut above the rest. Craig and his team identify new sources of supply and manage supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery and compliance.
, “Start with the end in mind.”