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Job Description

Here at BKB, we want to do things differently. We have to, because the world is changing, and we want to keep up. Our people, no matter their position, are the ones to do this. We are looking for forward thinkers who want to make a difference.

Main purpose of role is to manage and implement the Health & Safety Program at BKB Wool and Mohair in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety act 85 of 1993.

Minimum requirements:

• Matric
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements as per OHS act 85 of 1993
• Knowledge of training in ISO 9001 / 14001
• In debt knowledge of ISO
• Valid driver licence
• Good computer literacy especially Microsoft Office
• Fluent in English (Read, write, speak)

Experience

• 1-3yr working experience as a Health & Safety Officer or similar.

Skills

• Good planning and organisational skills
• Good people skills
• Ability to motivate others.
• Teamworking skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Decision-making ability

Competencies              

• Pressure resilient
• Tenacious
• Accurate
• Problem analysis
• Team player
• Committed
• Attention to detail
• Rules driven

KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure compliance with all Health and safety documents.
• Ensure a professional health and safety system which is ready for audits.
• Health and safety training and staff compliance. To ensure a workforce who understands/ adhere the Health and Safety requirements.
• Health and safety appointments To ensure that appointed staff perform their duties as required.
• Health and safety meetings and communication. Conduct meetings at prescribed intervals as per Company Policy.
• Accidents and incidents. Ensure all accidents and incidents are investigated, reported, managed and registered according to legal requirements.
• Health and safety inspections. Conduct site inspection, identify gaps and implement action plans to rectify.
• ISO: 9001 / 14001. To maintain the IMS and ensure it is updated and maintained for audit purpose.

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Brief description of job purpose

• To ensure that the business, its employees and its projects comply with all relevant regulations and specification of the Health and Safety Act No. 85 of 1993 and to reduce risk of non-compliance.

Qualifications, Experience

• Health & Safety background/training
• 3 years’ experience

Knowledge

• Health and Safety Knowledge
• Regulatory Compliance
• Risk Management & Mitigation
• Audit and Investigation

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving
• Time management
• Computer Literacy

Competencies

• Accountability
• Independent
• Assertive
• Impact and Influence
• Pressure resilient
• Risk identification
• Team Leader and Player

Leadership Competencies

• Decision Making
• Innovation
• Initiative
• Manage Execution
• Drive Results
• Building Collaborative Relations
• Authenticity
• Openness
• Energy & Drive

Key responsibilities of this role

• Health and Safety compliance
• Environmental compliance
• Sustainability compliance

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Job Description

• BKB is currently seeking experienced and reliable Commission Agent who will be responsible for the marketing of livestock and building of good relationships with clients.  The incumbent will also be responsible for procurement of auctions, out-of-hand-transactions, assisting fellow colleagues at auctions and other ad hoc tasks.  To ensure a positive image of the organisation through professional, effective and innovative services.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE:

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree with 3 years’ marketing experience
• At least 3 years’ experience in the Livestock environment

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to work independently combined with excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong sales, negotiation and communication skills
• Goal orientated
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Time management skills
• Good computer literacy
• Decision-making skills
• Must be fully bilingual and conversant in Afrikaans & English
• Valid driver’s license

COMPETENCIES:

• Drive and energy
• Persuasion
• Flexibility
• Initiating action
• Building and maintaining stakeholder relationships
• Impact and influence

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Procurement of livestock for auctions through effective and innovative services
• Sales of livestock
• Ensure constant growth in market share, revenue and profitability
• Procurement, marketing and handling of auctions
• Classing of livestock
• Responsible for effective and efficient logistics and administrative processes
• Gathering of producer information to facilitate effective planning of marketing
• Provide excellent customer services