Meet Saskia Steyn, our Internal Sales Administrator here at Blanes Pressure Solutions. Born and raised in Sasolburg, she’s a proud Vaalie through and through, and she brings that same down-to-earth, get-it-done spirit to everything she does at work. Her career has been built on hands-on experience — administration, reception, personal assistance and customer service — and these days she keeps things running smoothly across several areas of the business. Curious about what makes her tick, on and off the clock? Have a look through her answers below.
Full name
Saskia Steyn
Preferred name / name used publicly
Saskia
Job title at Blanes Pressure Solutions
Internal Sales Administrator
More About Saskia
Where are you from, and how would you briefly describe your background?
Born and raised in Sasolburg, I am a proud Valie.
What qualifications, training, or practical experience have shaped your career so far?
My career has mainly been shaped by hands-on experience in administration, reception, personal assistance and customer services.
What work experience did you have before joining Blanes Pressure Solutions?
I have experience in administration, personal assistance, reception and hospitality. After school I studied to be a hairdresser and that was my first occupation.
What is one strength or skill you are especially proud to bring to your work?
I am proud to bring a strong work ethic, reliability and positive attitude to the workplace. I am adaptable, willing to learn and take pride in doing my work properly.
What do you enjoy outside of work?
I love going camping, nature is so beautiful and I like to be outdoors. I also love baking and spending quality time with my family (playing card games etc.)
Your Role at Blanes Pressure Solutions
What are your main responsibilities in your new role at Blanes Pressure Solutions?
I provide broad administrative and operational support across several areas of the business.
What attracted you to this opportunity and to Blanes Pressure Solutions?
The team, they care about each other and support each other. There is space to grow
How do you believe your experience and skills can make a difference in this role?
I can add practical value through my strong administrative skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple responsibilities
How do you hope your role will contribute to better service for Blanes customers?
I hope to provide friendly, professional and reliable service, making sure customers receive accurate information and that their queries are handled quickly and efficiently. I want to be someone customers and colleagues can rely on.
What are you most looking forward to learning or achieving at Blanes?
I am looking forward to growing professionally, learning more about the industry and developing my skills further. I would like to take on more responsibility, become a valuable part of the team and make a positive contribution to the company.
What short message would you like to share with Blanes customers, suppliers, and colleagues?
“I’m a friendly, reliable and hardworking person who takes pride in my work. I believe in treating people with respect, communicating well, and always doing my best to provide helpful and professional service — that’s what our customers, suppliers and colleagues can expect from me every time.” Get to know the rest of the Blanes Pressure Solutions team as more introductions go live.
We also offer SANAS traceable calibrations complete with a certificate, valid for 1 year on our premises.
Blanes Pressure Solutions supplies a comprehensive range of pressure measurement instruments.
Blanes Pressure Solutions was founded in 2002 to take over the pressure business of Blanes Instruments CC, and can trace its pedigree back to 1893, when Robert Blane left Scotland to make his fortune on the Witwatersrand.
For more information on placing orders, after care and maintenance services you can contact our Sales Manager Ronel Olivier on ronel@pressuresolutions.co.za or 011 422 1749.
