Fresh Jobs at RCL Foods

The Role:                                                        

• We are in the market for a highly skilled and experienced Assistant Talent Acquisition Manager. The successful incumbent will be responsible for managing the full recruitment life cycle for their responsible function by providing a proactive and efficient recruitment service whilst partnering with the broader HR Team. Key focus areas for this role include coming up with new and exciting methods of sourcing talent, referral generation & social media recruitment, sharing knowledge and insights with the broader TA Team and business and building strong partnerships with internal customers.

Minimum Requirements    
What you need:

• Relevant Business or Human Resources Qualification.
• 5 years recruitment experience, preferably within a team lead/supervisory role.
• In-house recruitment experience within a multi-national company is preferred, with exposure to Executive and FMCG recruitment (previous recruitment agency experience will be considered).
• Solid experience with social media and recruitment tools and resources such as LinkedIn, Boolean String and Xray Searches, ATS platforms.
• Solid experience with preparing remuneration offers and understanding remuneration packages.
• Drivers' license and own vehicle.
• Excel experience. 
• PowerBI experience will be advantageous.
• Canva experience will be advantageous. 

Duties & Responsibilities    
Are you experienced in the following?

• Engaging with business and HR and identifying talent needs.
• Partnering with HR Teams to manage and lead all Management to Executive level recruitment.
• Reporting on effective talent sourcing trends and making recommendations based on recruiting data.
• Building a rapid pipeline of talent to fill immediate and future vacancies.
• Providing training and guidance to hiring managers on interview techniques, policies, process, and regulatory issues, whilst building capability
• Lead, manage and knowledge share with TA Officers: set and measure clear objectives to assist team in meeting and exceeding targets.
• Multitasking and making quick decisions and work with highly confidential information.
• Liaising with recruitment agencies currently on PSL, briefing them on the positions and acting as their point of contact for receiving resumes & feedback.
• Advertising approved positions via available e-recruitment and social media.
• Managing all candidates through the end-to-end recruitment selection process, while providing a positive candidate experience.
• Market RCL FOODS values and EVP to prospective candidates.
• Ensuring all recruitment procedures are completed in line with company policy.
• Facilitating ongoing training sessions, upskilling the wider HR team on maximizing the Recruitment Tools.
• Present quarterly to Talent Executive on recruitment activity, including internal and external trends and insights.
• Building a strong network of LinkedIn followers through effective communication and engagement.
• Managing a feeder scheme recruitment (management trainees, bursars and in service trainees) from marketing, advertising, career fair exhibitions and the full recruitment cycle.

Deadline:18th October,2026

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• RCL FOODS is on the hunt for a qualified Management Accountant: Strategy Reporting to join theteam. The role will be based in Westville.
• The role reports to the Commercial Executive and requires Commercial Management Support and perform a co-ordination and consolidation role at a Group level.  

Minimum Requirements    

• BCOM (Hons) /CIMA or Qualified CA (SA) 
• 1 -2 years post article experience.2 or more years management accounting experience.
• Computer literacy (SAP and MS Office skills prerequisite)
• Report writing

Duties & Responsibilities    
Management Reporting                                                           

• Perform a Consolidation Role: Preparation and collation of RCL Food Division reporting requirements and analysis & provide support into the Group consolidation process
• Compile monthly consolidated performance reports.
• Compile monthly reporting pack for the Value-add Business (VAB) Exec meeting.
• Compile quarterly Board Reports.
• Compile performance overview presentation for RCL Board meetings.

5 Year Business Planning and Forecasting                                                                                          

• Support & coordinate the quarterly forecasting processes, annual target and 5 year business plan for VAB Division.
• Consolidate & compile the Quarterly forecast report & presentation.
• Consolidate & compile the Target/Q0 Board pack for VAB Division
• Consolidate & compile the 5 year Business Plan pack for VAB Division

Support

• Provide ad hoc support to the full Commercial team.
• Provide ad hoc support to the Group Finance team.

Other

• Update Commercial Calendar and communicate key dates to Commercial team.

Deadline:18th October,2026

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• We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our Finance Team reporting to the Finance Executive.
• The purpose of the role is to  ensure accurate financial accounting, robust control environments, and timely reporting to support business performance and compliance. The role leads the monthly close process, oversees key balance sheet reconciliations, and provides meaningful analysis and insight to management. It ensures statutory and tax compliance while optimising cash flow, working capital, and treasury activities

Minimum Requirements    

• SAICA/ACCA/CA(SA)/CIMA
• 6+ years of relevant experience within a finance environment.
• Experience in financial reporting and annual financial statement preparation.
• Experience in interim and financial year-end reporting and close processes.
• Experience in quarterly balance sheet and cash flow forecasting.
• Experience engaging with auditors and supporting audit processes.
• Experience within a large or complex corporate environment would be advantageous.

Duties & Responsibilities    

Financial Accounting & Period Close

• Lead the monthly close process to ensure results are complete, accurate, and delivered within agreed deadlines.
• Ensure the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers are maintained in line with company policies and IFRS.
• Review and approve journals, balance sheet reconciliations (including non-vendor accounts), and the timely clearance of reconciling items.
• Validate key accounting treatments (e.g., revenue cut-off, provisions/impairments where relevant) and ensure timing variances are resolved promptly.

Accounts Payable, Creditor Governance & Working Capital

• Oversee creditor reconciliations, intercompany balances, and the resolution of supplier queries/claims within agreed timelines.
• Monitor ageing of reconciling items and escalate key risks and disputes appropriately.
• Ensure supplier accounts are reconciled and paid according to terms, pricing conditions, and internal policies.
• Assess working capital impacts (e.g., early settlements) and support initiatives to optimise payment practices and liquidity.

Management Reporting, Insight & Performance Analytics

• Prepare and/or review monthly management reports for the Finance Executive, ensuring clear commentary on performance drivers and risks.
• Perform variance analysis (actual vs budget/forecast/prior period) and translate outcomes into actionable insights for decision-making.
• Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting to support pricing, profitability, efficiency ratios/KPIs, and operational performance.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning

• Coordinate budgeting and forecasting cycles (operating and capex), ensuring quality inputs, alignment to strategy, and delivery to deadlines.
• Review assumptions and economic drivers, challenge inputs, and consolidate outputs into management-ready formats.
• Draft or contribute to executive summaries and presentations that communicate the “story” behind the numbers.

Cash Flow, Treasury & Banking

• Oversee cash forecasting and cash flow management, including monitoring forecast accuracy and explaining deviations.
• Support treasury activities such as cash optimisation, banking administration, and stakeholder engagement with banks where applicable.
• Review and sign off key banking requirements and ensure controls over payments and cash movements.

Tax & Statutory Compliance

• Manage statutory financial close deliverables (interim/year-end schedules) and support financial statement preparation and audit readiness.
• Ensure VAT compliance (validity of claims, tax invoice compliance, schedule preparation/consolidation) and timely submissions.
• Manage income tax compliance and tax risk, ensuring accurate, complete, and timeous returns and appropriate issue resolution.
• Maintain compliance with relevant company/commercial law requirements in partnership with internal stakeholders (e.g., legal) as applicable.

Audit, Governance & Internal Controls

• Maintain and enhance internal controls, ensuring adherence to approved procedures and consistent execution of control checks.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors; coordinate responses, track audit findings, and drive corrective actions to closure.
• Identify financial risks (process, control, compliance) and lead remediation plans with accountable owners.
• Support enterprise risk management through financial risk assessments and mitigation actions.

Systems, Process Improvement & Project Delivery

• Drive continuous improvement and automation across finance processes (e.g., reconciliations, query ageing, reporting, invoice clearing).
• Provide finance input into cross-functional projects (pricing, allocations, system testing, master data remediation).
• Build and maintain strong systems/process knowledge (e.g., ERP/SAP process flows) to improve control and efficiency.

Leadership, Stakeholder & Service Management

• Lead, coach, and develop the Financial Accountants and Tax Accountant; set objectives, review output quality, and build capability.
• Ensure consistent service delivery to internal and external stakeholders, meeting agreed SLAs and governance requirements.
• Partner with Operations, Procurement, Shared Services, and senior leaders to resolve issues, improve performance, and enable decision-making.

Deadline:18th October,2026

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• RCL Foods is seeking a Fitter  and Turner  to join our Milling  Divisionbased in Pretoria West. The role reports into the Maintenance Manager. 

Purpose: 

• To manufacture, assemble, repair, and maintain mechanical components and equipment using precision fitting and machining techniques, supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant and production assets. This role contributes to equipment performance and availability by producing and restoring components to required specifications, reducing downtime, extending asset life, and supporting continuous production operations.

Minimum Requirements    

• NQF Level 4 Grade 12 or Matric
• Equivalent Certificates or N (C) V Level 4
• Fitter and Turner Trade Test 
• 4 – 5 years experience post trade experience 

Duties & Responsibilities    
Mechanical Maintenance & Repairs:

• Perform planned, preventative, and breakdown maintenance on plant machinery and mechanical equipment to support equipment reliability and plant availability.
• Diagnose mechanical faults, conduct root cause analysis, and implement effective repairs to restore equipment performance.
• Inspect, test, service, clean, lubricate, assemble, install, and repair mechanical systems and components, including motors, drives, bearings, belts, steam, air, water, and pipework systems.
• Apply sound engineering and fault-finding practices to complete maintenance activities correctly and cost-effectively.

Equipment Inspection & Asset Reliability:

• Conduct routine equipment inspections to identify defects, wear, and performance deviations before they result in failures or quality issues.
• Monitor equipment condition and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability, performance, and asset life.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.

Maintenance Administration & Work Management:

• Execute maintenance activities in accordance with established maintenance processes, standards, and work instructions.
• Complete work orders, maintenance records, and related documentation accurately and submit them for review and approval.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, breakdowns, and corrective actions.

Health, Safety, Quality & Housekeeping:

• Comply with health, safety, environmental, food safety, and operational standards applicable to the workplace.
• Use tools, equipment, chemicals, and personal protective equipment in accordance with approved procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain machinery, work areas, and maintenance facilities in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.
• Support the safe operation of plant equipment and contribute to a culture of safety and risk awareness.

Technical Support & Stakeholder Service:

• Provide responsive technical support to production teams and internal stakeholders to minimize operational disruptions.
• Share technical knowledge and guide colleagues on the installation, operation, and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Perform additional maintenance-related duties as required to support business and operational objectives.

Deadline:19th October,2026

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• The purpose of this role is to manage the plant maintenance function by ensuring the reliability, availability and continuous improvement of plant assets and engineering services. The role provides technical leadership, drives maintenance strategies and risk mitigation initiatives, and supports operational decision-making to enable safe, efficient and cost-effective operations that achieve production and business performance targets.
• RCL FOODS is seeking an experienced and results-driven Maintenance Manager to join our Baking Business Unit based in Bushbuckridge.

Minimum Requirements    

• Must have a Trade in Mechanical/Electrical.
• Must have a N6 in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Diploma in Engineering, NQF Level 7 Advanced Diplomas or Bachelor’s Degrees.
• GCC factories (advantageous).
• Must have 6 years’ experience.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Maintenance Planning & Execution:

• Lead the planning, scheduling and execution of preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance activities to maximise asset availability and minimise production downtime.
• Coordinate shutdowns, major repairs, equipment overhauls and the timely completion of critical maintenance work.

Equipment Reliability & Asset Performance:

• Drive equipment reliability, availability and performance through monitoring, root cause analysis, corrective actions and predictive maintenance initiatives.
• Identify, mitigate and prevent recurring equipment failures and operational risks.

Safety, Health & Compliance:

• Drive compliance with health, safety, environmental and legal requirements across all maintenance activities.
• Promote safe working practices, enforce adherence to site safety standards and maintain statutory inspections and compliance records.

Team Leadership & Capability Development:

• Maintenance Manager Lead, coach and develop maintenance teams by setting clear performance expectations, managing employee performance and succession planning, and fostering a culture of ownership, teamwork, safety and continuous improvement.
• Identify and address technical and leadership development requirements.

Financial & Resource Management:

• Develop and control maintenance operating and capital budgets while optimising labour, contractor, spare parts and repair costs.
• Manage critical spare parts, inventory strategies and capital expenditure planning to support operational reliability and asset sustainability.

Contractor & Supplier Management:

• Manage contractor and supplier performance to ensure adherence to safety, quality, cost and service delivery requirements.
• Evaluate service providers and verify the quality and completion of contracted work.

Maintenance Systems, Continuous Improvement & Operational Support:

• Champion the effective use of maintenance systems and the integrity of maintenance records, technical documentation and asset data.
• Drive continuous improvement, reliability and equipment modernisation initiatives through collaboration with Production, Engineering and other stakeholders to enhance plant performance and maintainability.
• Balance operational requirements with equipment reliability, asset integrity and safe maintenance practices.

Strategic Asset Management:

• Develop and implement long-term maintenance and asset reliability strategies. Assess asset condition and lifecycle requirements, recommending refurbishment, replacement or upgrade solutions to mitigate reliability and obsolescence risks.

Deadline:19th October,2026