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  • Posted: Feb 19, 2026
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • Sappi is a global company focused on providing dissolving wood pulp, paper-pulp and paper based solutions to its direct and indirect customer base across more than 100 countries. Our dissolving wood pulp is used worldwide by converters to create viscose fibre for clothing and textiles, acetate tow, pharmaceutical products as well as a wide range of consumer ...
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    Assistant Supervisor

    Description

    We are hiring!

    • At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets.
    • We lead through our values centred around integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.
    • We’re on the lookout for experienced Assistant Supervisor  to supervise the production and growth  of plants according to Sappi protocols in order to ensure that quality plants are dispatched.

    As an Assistant Supervisor, you will be responsible for:

    • To ensure staff supervised in all aspects of the nursery. 
    • To ensure the hedge and hedge camps effectively and efficiently maintained as per Sappi protocols.
    • To ensure that the rooting facilities effectively and efficiently operated as per Sappi protocols.
    • To ensure growing facilities effectively and efficiently as per Sappi protocols.
    • To ensure that all Grow Out  tasks are supervised effectively 
    • Ensure that correct PPE is used where necessary. 
    • Prevent any unsafe behaviour through supervision and awareness
    • Understand the despatch system.  Communicate/report any deviations/problems.
    • Ensure that quality and quantity of plants and trays are correctly despatched, returned and stacked.
    • Correctly record chemical use.
    • Understand and know the chemical spraying program.
    • Monitor health of plants daily.
    • Application of remedies must be implemented on time, which includes disease counts.

    What are we looking for?

    • Grade 12 or NQF 4 equivalent will be advantageous.
    • NQF level 3 certificate as a Supervisor or equivalent.
    • At least two years’ experience in a Nursery/ Research/Forestry environment.
    • Drivers license is required.
    • Basic computer skills are essential.

    What’s in it for you?

    • Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
    • Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
    • Opportunities to travel (dependent on upon the role).
    • Market leading leave benefits.
    • Employee wellbeing benefits.

    Closing Date: 28 February 2026

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