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Job requirements

• Grade 12 / NQF 4 Equivalent.
• Diploma or degree in Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering.
• Industrial GCC (Government Competency Certificate).
• Minimum 10 years of engineering within a plant process / utility / maintenance function, of which 2 must be at management level.
• A thorough understanding of mechanical systems and working knowledge of electrical systems.
• High level of expertise in plant engineering methods, theory, and principles from a design, construction, and compliance perspective.
• People management experience with skills leading, developing, and training a technically diverse team.
• Practical knowledge and application of GMR 2.1 and OHS Act regulations and experience with regulatory investigations.
• Strong background in Abattoir maintenance best practices and equipment reliability.
• Practical Knowledge of On-key, Allen Bradley PLCs, P&ID’s, and SOPs.
• A willingness to work shifts/ overtime incl. on weekends where required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Management of the Engineering/ Maintenance teams with regards to HR and IR issues.
• Management of the day-to-day activities and out-puts of all team members across all shifts.
• Train and mentor his team to improve performance / efficiencies.
• Utilize skills matrix to assess capability gaps within the Engineering/ Maintenance teams and to develop a training plan in conjunction with HR development specialist to address skills gaps.
• Be available on call-out and work on weekends or when necessary to ensure optimal performance of team and effective running of the plant.
• Organizes daily meetings and utilize information from all department to make management decisions on.
• Manages the Engineering/ Maintenance staff to facilitate attainment of KPI’s and monitor performance of individuals in attaining KPI’s and institute corrective action if necessary.
• Drive company culture and morale within the team.
• Partners with HR to recruit the staff who are technically capable and fit in with company culture to ensure that Engineering/ Maintenance team have the correct resources to maintain the facility.
• Supports and advises Engineering/ Maintenance staff on the execution of their tasks.
• Performs work inspections and checks for completeness of tasks.
• Plan and manage leave roster and register.
• Key role between GFC / Municipality and all external service providers to ensure no interruptions with regards to any electricity/ water or services rendered to the abattoir.
• Be available on call-out and work on weekends or when necessary to insure optimal performance of team and effective running of the plant.
• Implement ongoing shop-floor system and measurement of all departments against set standards.
• Optimize labour and supervision to ensure all personnel are utilized effectively and adjust needs as plant requirements change.
• Sales / Marketing / Processing / Finance/ Farm Services partnerships to optimize communication / service level agreements and potential of all internal departments contribution towards success of the business.
• Capex requirements and planning in conjunction with the Abattoir Manager.
• Ensure best practices are implemented across all shifts.

Budgets and Administration

• Prepare and administer department budget within established guidelines for maintenance and repair of building and equipment.
• Management of the Engineering/ Maintenance spend against budget through daily review of budget vs. actual financial reports.
• Provide input to the Abattoir Manager to co-create and commit to an appropriate budget during the annual budgeting process.
• Authorize stores requisitions and provide initial sign off of invoices prior to submission to the Abattoir Manager.
• Work with the Administration department to ensure accurate reporting.
• Co-ordinate and sign off on processing submission of all required documentation for inclusion in the information systems.
• Ensures that all Engineering/ Maintenance staff, keep timecards and other routine records (Leave planning etc.) and all relative documentation is submitted and authorized as per procedures.
• Organizes meetings with all staff, prepare month end reports to Abattoir Manager.

Planned throughput

• Design, implement and maintain preventive as well as predictive maintenance programs.
• Oversee full wastewater treatment and refrigeration systems.
• Manage all municipal & legal compliance issues i.e., lock out/tag out, confined space, etc.
• Maintain plant quality performance standards.
• Responsible for all of the engineering department safety related matters.
• Provide on and off-hour emergency response including equipment repair, damage control, and assignment of support personnel as needed.
• Facilitates waste disposal programs from the abattoir.
• Keeps up on technological changes such as retrofitting machinery to meet today’s new laws and efficiency standards.

Project Management

• Oversees Capital Expenditure items including equipment purchases, contracted labour and in-house construction and fabrication projects.
• Gives input to the Abattoir Manager on the feasibility of projects by analysing technology, resource needs and market demands to ensure that project is feasible.
• Works with the Abattoir Manager to ensure that the requirements of internal customers are met and to prepare accurate project specification for implementation of projects.
• Ensure necessary manpower is available to smoothly implement projects on time and within the agreed budget.

Repairs and Renovations

• Assist with the renovations of existing equipment and the construction of new facilities as part of the project team.
• Present any new technologies or best practices within the Poultry Industry.

Other

• Any other duties as may be required by management.

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Requirements

• Grade 12 / NQF 4
• Numerate
• Able to perform well under pressure
• Clean Criminal Record
• Precise and accurate

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serving customers at fuel pumps.
• Maintaining and expanding high quality customer relations.
• Controlling fuel stock.
• Assistance during delivery of fuel.
• Keeping the site clean and general housekeeping.
• Ad hoc duties.

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Requirements

• Qualification in Agricultural Economics: BSc Agricultural Economics, BCom (Agricultural Economics); BCom Financial Management with Agricultural Economics.
• RE5 is not a requirement but would be beneficial.
• Practical knowledge of the National Credit Act.
• Similar role fulfilled within Agricultural businesses, Commercial Banks, Development Financing Institutions.
• Financial modeling of client needs.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Preparation and motivation of credit recommendations.
• Structuring of transactions with recommendations to selection mandates and/or credit committees.
• Willingness to travel.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Provide comprehensive Agricultural Economic and advisory services.
• Conduct feasibility studies within the Financing department.
• Compilation of risk reports and credit evaluations.
• Development and implementation of cash flow models.
• Compilation and maintenance of production standards within the service area.
• Client liaison and visits.
• Participation in study groups.
• Involvement in the development and training of colleagues within the department.

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Requirements

• Post graduate qualification in Agricultural Economics 
• Previous experience of 1- 3 years within an Agricultural environment
• Fully computer literate
• Traceable references within Financial Administration roll and Office Administration.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparation of business plans in an Agricultural Business Environment.
• Business and whole farm planning.
• Basic financial modelling in Excel format
• Build and compile farm cash flows
• Analise Financial Statements specific to farming enterprises.

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Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 4
• Previous administrative experience in a retail or agricultural environment will be advantageous
• Strong numerical skills
• Computer literate, with proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Proactive, with the ability to add value to administrative processes

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure effective and accurate branch administration
• Assist with internal and external audit processes
• Oversee bank and petty cash transactions
• Process goods received vouchers and complete invoice administration
• Manage stock claims and related documentation
• Contribute to risk reduction through compliance and accuracy
• Deliver excellent client service
• Perform general administrative tasks as required

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Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate
• Pasta making qualification (Theory and Practical) would serve as an advantage
• Excellent People management skills
• The suitable candidate must understand laboratory work and be able to do tests and analysis and reaction to results, recording of pasta / lab data.
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards for quality and consistency.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor execution of pasta making process, by managing downtime, control and optimise people, machinery and equipment
• People management: Leave planning, Training/Coaching, performance monitoring & discipline
• Operate and maintain pasta-making machines, ensuring they are in good working condition
• Rootcause analysis, trouble shooting & Maintenance support
• Track inventory of ingredients and pasta products to ensure there is enough stock for daily production.
• Ensure input quality - responsible for raw material, production and mix back;
• Inspect the pasta to ensure it is properly shaped, consistent in size, and of the correct texture.

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Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF4 with numerical ability and PC Literacy
• Code 14 license with PDP
• At least 3 years experience in driving and sound knowledge of sales
• Pressurized environment, 6-day position
• Required to work weekends and public holidays as per roster
• Clear Criminal Record

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure deliveries of products with a strong focus on maintaining and growing volumes through excellent customer service.
• Truck housekeeping – ensuring trucks are always neat and clean.
• Incident and accident reporting – ensuring all incidents and accidents are reported to management timeously.
• POD control – all POD’s to be signed, stamped, and accounted for.
• Fuel consumptions – meet targets as per company standard policy.
• Stock control – monitor the offloading and loading of all stock from the truck and ensure 100% accuracy.
• Crate control – monitor the offloading and loading of all trays from the truck and ensure 100% accuracy.
• Daily Vehicle Checklists – trucks to be checked daily, checklists completed, defects reported and signed and handed to the fleet controller/supervisor.
• Document control – POD’s, fuel slips, toll slips, trip sheets, etc.
• Management of crew on the truck.

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Requirements

• The ideal candidate should have Grade 12 with reading and writing skills.
• Technical background will serve as a recommendation
• The ideal candidate with experience in the packaging and milling processes will enjoy preference.
• Clean criminal record
• Medically fit

Duties and Responsibilities

• Packaging of products;
• Ensure accurate loading of stock
• Supervision of Milling process;
• Perform cleaning services and neatness of the Dispatch area;
• Friendly Client Service
• Act as VKB Milling ambassador.

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Job requirements

• Minimum of 5-8 years Sales & Key Account Management
• Sales Operations Management - Staff, Agents (From store level to Management level)
• Channel/Customer management in Retail, Wholesale, Distributors, Food Service, Bakeries & Bulk ingredients
• Co-ad budget management
• Sales budget planning & execution

Job description

• Compiling, controlling and measuring the Division's sales and the marketing budget (including the product promotion and sales plan) on a monthly basis within agreed mandates per signed customer plans
• Monitor and review progress and take corrective/innovative action for the achievement of targets
• Communicating sales and marketing information to internal, external customers as well suppliers (where applicable) on a continuous basis
• Controlling, implementing and evaluating returns and damages on a monthly basis
• Ensure the retention and expansion of market share
• To ensure that reputable business is attained and limit any financial risk on our debtors book
• To report any knowledge gained about the change of a financial position within an organization that we do business with either positive or negative
• Perform sales administration

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Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 Equivalent.
• N2 Mechanical engineering.
• 1 to 2 years' proven experience as a machine operator within the FMCG environment.
• Working knowledge of diverse high- speed machinery. 
• A willingness to work overtime, shifts and weekends when required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up injector machines (calibration, cleaning etc.) to start production cycle.
• Control and adjust injector machines settings (e.g. speed).
• Feed raw material (brine) into injector machines.
• Visual inspection of parts.
• Test operation of machines daily.
• Fix issues that might occur during the shift.
• Perform other duties as may be required by line management.

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Requirements (What we're looking for)

• Grade 12/NQF4      
• Previous experience in accounts payable or general finance support
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in MS Excel 
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn and support the team

Duties and Responsibilities  

• Process supplier invoices and credit notes with accuracy and timeliness
• Match purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices
• Assist with month-end closing and financial reporting tasks
• Maintain accurate records and support internal audits
• Communicate effectively with vendors and internal departments