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Tara Jessica Jacobs

Final-year BCom HR student
Durban

Summary

A proactive and methodical individual with diverse experience across education, customer service, and automotive quality assurance. Currently completing the final semester of a BCom in Human Resource Management, with a strong focus on organizational dynamics, leadership competencies, and team development. Recognized for being reliable, communicative, and solution-oriented.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
4042
4042
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Quality Control Test Driver & Circle Leader

Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM)
04.2019 - Current
  • Conducted dynamic vehicle testing on test tracks to assess driving performance
  • Reported defects and collaborated with engineers for resolution
  • Applied Toyota Production System (TPS) for quality assurance
  • Performed vehicle diagnostics and maintained test documentation
  • Led a Quality Circle team, encouraging team engagement and generating ideas to enhance safety, quality, and cost-saving initiatives

Customer Service & Casual Roles

Audio Vision, Ten Tiny Toes Pre-School, Mambos Unisex Salon, Sportscene
01.2013 - Current
  • Internal sales, event support, child supervision, merchandising
  • Experience with cash handling, team coordination, and customer service

Learner – Metal & Engineering

Toyota South Africa Motors
08.2018 - 03.2019
  • Hands-on welding, cutting, drilling, and technical training
  • Served as group team leader during practical modules
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resource Management

Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA)
12-2025

Diploma Pass - English, Afrikaans, Computer Applications Technology, Life Science, Business Studies, Life Orientation

Umbilo Secondary School
Durban
12.2015

Skills

  • Leadership & Facilitation – Circle Leader in Toyota’s Quality Circle program; skilled in motivating teams and driving collaborative improvements in safety, quality, and cost efficiency

  • Organizational Culture & Team Dynamics – Strong foundation in HR principles and group behavior from academic and practical contexts

  • Diagnostic & Quality Testing – Experienced in vehicle performance testing, defect identification, and post-drive assessments

  • Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving – Known for proposing actionable ideas that enhance workplace standards and processes

  • Administrative & Event Coordination – Versatile support across logistics, customer service, and educational settings

  • Technical Aptitude – NQF Level 2 proficiency in welding, tooling, and machine handling

  • Digital Literacy – Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, data entry, and documentation systems

Strong communication skills

Technical report writing

Advanced driving skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

Level 3 TEFL Certificate – Lesson Planning & Practical Delivery

Timeline

Quality Control Test Driver & Circle Leader

Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM)
04.2019 - Current

Learner – Metal & Engineering

Toyota South Africa Motors
08.2018 - 03.2019

Customer Service & Casual Roles

Audio Vision, Ten Tiny Toes Pre-School, Mambos Unisex Salon, Sportscene
01.2013 - Current

Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resource Management

Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA)

Diploma Pass - English, Afrikaans, Computer Applications Technology, Life Science, Business Studies, Life Orientation

Umbilo Secondary School

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