Current Openings at Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

• A multinational food hygiene company providing cleaning services and hygiene chemicals to food processing plants and abattoirs, requires the above to be responsible for expanding the product range in the Northern region, building relationships with dairy farmers, providing technical support, and ensuring timely product delivery and customer training.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have Grade 12
• A Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Animal Science, Animal Nutrition, or related will be an added advantage
• Previous experience in technical sales, preferably in the dairy/poultry/porcine industry is essential
• Must have knowledge of dairy farming practices and animal health management
• Experience working with dairy farm management systems such as Afimilk or Waikato is advantageous
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel within the Northern region when required

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing strategies to expand the dairy, poultry, and piggery product range in the Northern region.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with dairy farmers, providing technical advice and support.
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure the timely delivery of products and services.
• Conducting market research to identify opportunities for growth and expansion.
• Providing sales support and training to customers on product usage and benefits.
• Staying updated on industry trends and developments related to dairy, poultry and pig farming biosecurity.

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• An established manufacturer of agrochemicals is seeking the above to provide in-field support and expert advice on table and wine grapes, as well as citrus crops, to enhance sales, train and mentor the Sales Team, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist Crop Advisors with technical issues and claims management.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a B. Agric./B. Sc. Agric degree
• Must possess AVCASA or BASOS accreditation and be prepared to work towards acquiring both accreditations within a reasonable period of time
• Minimum 5 years’ postgraduate experience in the agricultural industry in agrochemicals and/or agriculture and/or nutrition
• Technical knowledge and experience within the citrus, table and wine grape industry is essential
• Must possess good customer relationship skills as well as technical and agrochemical knowledge
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is advantageous, along with knowledge of .NET
• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license, have own reliable transport and be medically fit to drive
• Willing to travel to support all allocated Crop Advisors and service cross-border clients when required
• Fluency in both English and Afrikaans is a prerequisite

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Assuming responsibility for the development of spray programs incorporating in-house products for clients, integrating agrochemical and nutritional products while adhering to MRL guidelines and label recommendations.
• Using crop programs and technical support services to drive sales strategies in the region.
• Monitoring the correct implementation of recommendations.
• Carrying out regular crop inspections with Crop Advisors during the season to identify problems and provide recommendations for corrective action.
• Performing relevant in-house product trials on specific crops to build knowledge and confidence in products.
• Applying functional expertise to organize training workshops for Crop Advisors on in-house products per crop, integrating the full in-house range with third-party products as required.
• Engaging effectively with customers through the Turbo toolbox selling methodology of problem identification and solution finding.
• Providing technical support to Crop Advisors through training and on-field analysis across all product classes.
• Working closely with the Advisory Manager to compile a sales strategy for the respective Advisory team for specific crops.
• Interacting with key influencers in the industry to promote in-house products, grow the existing client base, and act on leads for new products or programs based on crops or regional specifics.
• Executing the company’s NuWay strategy to grow in-house nutritional products and differentiate in the marketplace.
• Being responsible for meeting sales budget targets as set by the company and broken down into regions.
• Communicating product strategies with Portfolio Specialists and Regional Managers.
• Working with Crop Associations and Exporters to offer the company’s solutions for better residue management and to create awareness of the company’s products and services.
• Meeting budget targets as set by the company.
• Communicating product strategies with Portfolio Managers.
• Working closely with the Advisory Manager, Advisory Specialist, and Regional Manager in the area to determine the strategy and budget of in-house and third-party products.
• Setting up budgets per product and Crop Advisors on in-house products to enable their inclusion in regional budgets and forecasts.

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• A well-established producer and supplier of specialty fertilizers is seeking an Agronomist to provide technical support, drive sales, advise farmers on crop production, implement precision farming, and conduct research and economic analyses for seed growers. This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise and sales acumen. The ideal candidate will be based in Gauteng, North-West or Mpumalanga.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a relevant Agriculture qualification (B. Sc., B. Agric., B. Tech.)
• BASOS accreditation is essential
• Minimum 2-5 years’ sales/technical experience within the plant nutrition industry would be preferred
• Wide crop experience is advantageous
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel when required
• Must be able to work independently

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing technical advice to farmers to improve their crops.
• Implementing precision farming practices at farmers to improve their crops and management on the farm.
• Providing fertilizer and irrigation recommendations and developing programs accordingly.
• Visiting farmers, hosting farmers' days, and conducting training.
• Assisting seed growers with production decisions and conducting research trials on nutrition products.
• Performing economic analysis on seed growers' farming enterprises.

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• An established international manufacturer of specialised agrochemicals requires the above to oversee all departmental resources, ensuring operational and compliance requirements are met, while prioritizing health and safety, product quality, and departmental objectives in line with the company’s policies and regulations.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a Bachelor's degree and relevant HSE qualifications
• ISO Accredited Auditor for standards 45001, 14001, and 9001 is advantageous
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a chemical manufacturing environment
• Extensive knowledge and awareness of the OHSA and applicable legislation in HSEQ, including Process Safety and Major Accident Hazards is essential
• Must have experience with HSE and Quality management systems in a chemical manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Formulation, Filling, and Packing Manufacturing processes is essential
• Knowledge of Cross Contamination Prevention Management is advantageous
• Must have experience with risk management processes, including Hazops, PRAs, and WRA’s
• Ability to understand the complexities of operating in a global organisation and matrix reporting environment
• Familiarity with the principles and concepts of Lean Manufacturing
• Experience in a production and processing environment where HSEQ is critical and non-negotiable, with proactive HSE standard setting in a manufacturing setting
• Experience in developing, implementing, and managing HSE&Q systems and programs, financial budgeting, processes, influences, and cost controls, as well as laboratory management
• Skilled in developing and implementing department-specific systems, RCA, FMEA, Hazop, and PRA processes
• Familiarity with Continuous Improvement tools like Fishbone, 5 Whys, and DMAIC
• Experience in Line Management of multifunctional teams

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Driving HSE occupational and process safety activities as per standards, legal requirements, good practices, procedures, internal rules, and controls to ensure one's own safety and the safety of others as part of daily activities.
• Quantifying risks, managing them, and implementing mitigation measures, particularly owning the Process Risk Assessments (PRA) and Workplace Risk Assessments (WRA), as well as Root Cause Investigations (RCA) for all production areas, facilities, and actions.
• Identifying hazards and ensuring controls are implemented before commencing any task and ensuring proficiency before undertaking the task.
• Carrying out all lawful instructions prescribed by the employer or authorised person regarding health, safety, and environmental activities.
• Wearing the prescribed safety clothing or using the prescribed safety equipment where required and ensuring this is applied across the site.
• Reporting incidents, unsafe, or unhealthy conditions to the employer or health and safety representative as soon as possible.
• Acting as OHSA 16.2 and/or 8.2.i appointee.
• Acting as OHSA GMR 2.1 appointee.
• Producing products as per the company’s Codes of Practice, legal requirements, and industry practices, ensuring customer-focused products.
• Taking all necessary steps to prevent residual impurity incidents.
• Leading, managing, and implementing the departmental functional strategy within the site to ensure legal and internal compliance, maintain a sustainable high-level HSE&Q performance, and integrate HSE&Q considerations within all existing and new operations and activities.
• Managing daily activities, including compiling, measuring, monitoring, and controlling departmental objectives, resources, plans, and performance targets.
• Ensuring appropriate KPI reporting of agreed HSE&Q metrics, updating system records, and timely reporting of any HSE&Q incidents.
• Developing applicable departmental documentation, including but not limited to Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, Procedures, reports, plans, strategies, objectives, and presentations, ensuring compliance with Site and company global requirements, local legislation, ISO/Integrated Management System (IMS) methodologies, and best practices.
• Managing fixed, variable, and capital cost performance in line with agreed budgets and targets.
• Initiating, contributing to, facilitating, and executing projects (including capital projects) to achieve medium and long-term production objectives and strategic needs.
• Cooperating closely with fellow departmental managers to align site activities to “One Team, One Plan” and contributing to the site plan, supporting its implementation through proactive participation in the Site Leadership team.
• Actively participating in all nominated network forums.
• Acting as Chairperson of the site HSE Committee.
• Leading and managing the internal audit process within the HSEQ and IMS functions.
• Planning, maintaining, improving, and driving the HSE&Q Management Systems and site activities, ensuring the systems are effective, add value to the business, and comply with Global and Local HSE&Q standards and policies.
• Managing the department, personnel, facilities, resources, and finances (budget), including the waste treatment plant, Occupational Health & Safety clinic, and on-site laboratory.
• Ensuring that process, product, and organizational changes are effectively managed and conform to requirements, ensuring changes meet design intent and achieve site strategy, including following MOC, NPI, and PPCR processes.
• Reviewing and advising on formulation recipes and issuing instructions when necessary to ensure HSE&Q requirements are consistently met.
• Dealing with and managing external stakeholders and organizations on matters pertaining to HSE&Q, including Government Officers, Global HSE&Q Function Leads, and local Registration authorities, ensuring all activities are compliant with local registration.
• Implementing and maintaining the relevant accreditation of the lab and quality procedures.
• Managing recruitment, coaching, and developing personnel using the company’s Talent Framework process, identifying individual training needs and plans, and leading the team in achieving performance objectives to ultimately achieve the site and business strategy, building personnel capacity and capability.
• Driving and facilitating the Formulation Fill & Pack Continuous Improvement activities and capability building.
• Operating within the ambit of company policies, procedures, and values, in line with the company’s Code of Conduct.
• Cooperating closely with fellow departmental managers to align site activities to “One Team, One Plan” and contributing to the site plan, supporting its implementation through proactive participation in the Site Leadership team.

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• A well-established multinational specialty chemical manufacturer, which produces and supplies chemical raw materials, is seeking the above to define, develop, implement, and execute the business strategy for the assigned accounts under the supervision of the Business Development Manager,  EMEA.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have an MBA or Bachelor’s degree in business or science
• Minimum 5-10 years’ sales experience within the Chemical Raw Material industry.
• Must have broad and/or extensive knowledge in formulations in Chemical Manufacturing as well as an understanding of the theoretical concepts and principles 
• Experience in a business environment, preferably B2B, with exposure to a global business culture and proficiency in using CRM tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Achieving budget sales volumes according to the established budget plan.
• Identifying business opportunities, developing plans to win those opportunities, and implementing regional sales strategies.
• Monitoring competitive activity in each account and ensuring that appropriate response strategies are being formulated and communicated.
• Establishing, developing, and strengthening business relations with customers while managing strong channel relationships.
• Following up on customer payments.
• Analyzing the market, promoting new products, product lines, and innovative technologies.
• Selling in multinational regions/countries with different cultures and religions.
• Preparing a yearly business plan for the area, split into separate activities.
• Forecasting within the assigned area.
• Providing customers with the required technical information and ensuring compliance handling.
• Pricing according to directives from the Regional Market Manager.
• Participating in exhibitions and conferences and conducting seminars for customers if required.

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• A leading agrochemical manufacturer is seeking an experienced Financial Manager (based in South Africa) to ensure that the financial strategy, policies, processes, and budgets support the overall strategic direction of their business in Malawi.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a CA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 8-10 years’ relevant financial experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience at management level
• Sound knowledge of SYSPRO or SAP systems (or ERP systems in general) is essential
• Must have in-depth knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or equivalent, as well as financial policies, procedures, and processes
• Advanced business report writing skills are required
• Must be willing to travel to Malawi when required

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Possessing sound knowledge of the regulatory, statutory, and compliance frameworks affecting the area of responsibility.
• Controlling transactions and ensuring segregation of duties on Syspro.
• Managing data integrity.
• Ensuring completeness and balancing of transactions within acceptable accounting principles.
• Handling receivables, managing cashbooks, processing payables, and overseeing inventory.
• Maintaining the general ledger.
• Ensuring systems and procedures are in place and being adhered to in line with the internal control matrix as per group requirements and delegation of authority.
• Handling audits, including tax audits, internal audits, and external audits.
• Generating working capital reports, statutory reports, and operational reports.
• Comparing budgeted and actual expenses.
• Being responsible for the expense budget and building up the final budget, balanced with the balance sheet.

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• A well-established manufacturer of speciality chemicals is seeking the above for managing supplier relationships, order processes, and deliveries while coordinating marketing efforts, training, and resolving customer complaints effectively.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have relevant tertiary qualification such as a Diploma in Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years’ post-graduate experience in the Agricultural Industry
• Technical and agrochemical knowledge is essential
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to travel and work independently is essential
• Must have a safety-oriented mindset
• Fluency in both English and Afrikaans to cater to the company’s customer base
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable own transport, and be medically fit to drive

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Ensuring signed MOUs and SOPs are in place with each supplier.
• Building and improving supplier relationships.
• Communicating bi-weekly to update prices and stock availability.
• Exploring and implementing joint marketing opportunities.
• Improving delivery timelines.
• Managing and maintaining the transparent order platform.
• Providing daily feedback to Farmers on orders.
• Ensuring 80% of deliveries are being completed within 7 days.
• Managing each process from purchase order to delivery.
• Improving and finding better ways to shorten delivery time.
• Communicating with and involving Technical Advisors in projects.
• Overseeing the orders and deliveries for contract growing farmers and organized buying groups.
• Planning Farmers’ days and town hall meetings.
• Liaising with Crop Advisors/Regional Sales Managers on Crop Advisor meetings and activities in each area.
• Scheduling monthly meetings with the Marketing Team.
• Training Depot personnel, Sales Administrators, and 3rd party suppliers.
• Assisting the team with product complaints or claims to understand what went wrong.
• Involving the 3rd party suppliers in resolving complaints.

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• A well-established beverage manufacturer is seeking an experienced Safety and Environmental Manager to provide the plant with a comprehensive environment and occupational health and safety system, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and practices.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, or Environmental Engineering
• Must possess a tertiary qualification in Safety and Environment Management as well as Auditing
• Must hold a Government Certificate of Competence or equivalent certification for responsible safety and environment personnel
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a FMCG environment with experience in safety and environmental management
• Strong knowledge of relevant safety and environmental legislation is essential
• Proven ability to lead and implement safety programs
• Excellent analytical skills for monitoring KPIs and developing improvement strategies is essential
• Must have communication and training skills for diverse operational teams

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Maintaining a safe, healthy, and risk-free workplace.
• Ensuring compliance with safety, health, and environmental legislation and standards.
• Leading the implementation of the VPO (Voyage Plan Organization) Standards for environment and safety pillars.
• Performing regular audits, reviews, and monitoring for VPO Safety and Environmental standards.
• Capturing, reporting, and escalating incidents and observations in Credit360 or equivalent system.
• Implementing problem-solving processes to ensure effective resolution and closure of safety and environmental incidents.
• Performing loss and waste analysis on incidents, developing action plans for priority issues.
• Conducting OPR (Operational Performance Review) sessions to identify development needs.
• Ensuring a positive industrial relations climate.
• Managing a technical talent pipeline for safety and environment roles within the team.
• Leading the implementation of the Behavioral Safety Program across all levels.
• Organizing safety and environmental awareness events, including World Safety and Environment Day/Week.
• Ensuring mandatory safety and environment training for all employees, contractors, and service providers.
• Overseeing small-scale safety and environment site capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects.
• Ensuring compliance with safety and environmental requirements for all new equipment during commissioning.
• Managing departmental costs and budget for Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB) and CAPEX.
• Maximizing by-product revenue from safety and environmental initiatives.
• Developing and standardizing emergency and disaster recovery plans for the plant.
• Implementing process safety management programs (e.g., ammonia, steam, dust, electrical).

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• An established agrochemical manufacturer is seeking the above to advise on table grape cultivation and pest control, monitor crop health, and collaborate with farmers to improve yield and sustainability with a range of quality products within the Hex River area. It is an ideal opportunity for the ideal candidate to establish a business in the area with a fixed commission option for 3 years.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in agriculture or a related field
• Proven experience in table grape production is essential
• Must have knowledge of both local and international market dynamics
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential
• Knowledge and experience of the Hex River area is advantageous
• Proficiency in Afrikaans and English is required

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing expert advice on table grape cultivation, pest management, and disease control.
• Monitoring crop health, assessing soil conditions, and recommending appropriate interventions.
• Collaborating with farmers to optimize yield, quality, and sustainability.
• Staying informed about industry trends, research, and best practices.

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• A well-established beverage manufacturer is seeking an experienced Agronomy Manager to lead a team of rainfed barley Agronomist in South Africa to ensure malting barley supply security from the region to the company’s processing facilities and a constant supply of high quality, locally grown malting barley by consulting barley producers and industry stakeholders.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a B. Sc. (Hons) in Agronomy, Crop Production, Plant Breeding, Agri-Economics, or related field with field crops experience
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in agronomy as well as experience working in seed
• Technical knowledge in overall cropping system, agronomy, seed production and data generation for field crops with a specific focus on Malting Barley is essential
• Must have a proven-track record of demonstrating the business impact of improvements to agronomic practices
• Technical knowledge of production of crop in Irrigation, soils science, seed, crop management [Crop protection, PGR’s] is essential
• Must be willing to travel extensively in production areas (80% of the time)
• Work extended hours when required
• Fluency in Afrikaans and English

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Ensuring the right seed quantity, variety, and quality at the right place and right time in accordance with the Barley Variety Steerco.
• Demonstrating expert knowledge of the primary agronomic cropping systems in all regions’ where malting barley is cultivated, including Canola, Wheat, Oats, Lupins, and Cover Crops.
• Serving as a domain specialist to all regional agronomists in areas such as fertilization and soil management, pest and disease management, planting density, optimization of crop inputs, digital agriculture, and alternative rotational crops.
• Leading regional agronomists to drive execution, strategy, priorities, and actions for supply security of malting barley in each sub-region.
• Bringing balance between improvements in efficiency and effectiveness of barley operations from seed to sip.
• Providing input and driving the implementation of our sustainability strategy and regenerative agriculture programs.
• Building effective partnerships with all regional procurement and global agronomy stakeholders, crop subject matter experts, and external experts to deliver high-quality malting barley.
• Promoting a safe work environment and a strong safety culture.
• Maintaining a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Developing and delivering regular updates to internal stakeholders and governance bodies regarding the status and progress of the crop and contracting with Co-Ops.
• Ensuring the identification, assessment, and management of key risks in our production environments.
• Maintaining effective communication and interaction with collaboration partners to ensure execution of short-term plans and to support alignment of long-term strategy for our collaborations.