Job Openings at Southern Oil (Pty) Ltd

Description 

• Reporting to the HSE Manager, the main responsibility of the Health and Safety Officer is to ensure workplace safety by identifying and managing risks, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and implementing safety protocols. The H&S officer conducts inspections, audits, and risk assessments, develop safety policies, and provides training to employees. Their role includes investigating accidents, recommending corrective actions, and promoting a culture of safety. The goal is to prevent injuries, minimize hazards, and maintain a healthy work environment, ultimately protecting employees' well-being and helping organizations meet legal safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation of health and safety systems of all SOILL sites.
• Ensure that all Fire Detection, Sprinkler Systems and fire extinguishers are serviced and maintained.
• Maintain flammable permit with local government. 
• Provide support with implementing the Health and Safety Management System for the organization.
• Performing risk identification, evaluation and development of safe work procedures.
• Ensure that all accidents are properly recorded, reported and investigated.
• Provide feedback on Safety Meetings and as and when necessary.
• Follow up with departments on SHE Rep Inspections and health and safety-related items. 
• Conduct audits and inspections on Contractors in line with legal requirements. 
• Provide informal Health and Safety Training for employees as and when needed.
• Reporting to HSE Manager on deviations identified and required actions to be taken.
• Ensure that Safety, Health and Environmental Reports are submitted to the HSE Manager.
• Ensure that inspections referring to all departments are taking place, captured and filed correctly. 
• Report health and safety deviations in construction and installations at Southern Oil.
• Ensure the Contractor's Safety files are up to date and in place, and report deviations.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety Statutory Requirements.
• Responsible for a Site Induction Program for all personnel.
• Implement Safety awareness and safety culture within SOILL. 
• Ensure emergency preparedness within SOILL is implemented and maintained. 
• The emergency response team identified and trained.

Requirements
Qualification and Experience
Applicable qualification recommended

• 2-3 Years relevant working experience
• SAMTRAC and HIRA
• Relevant working experience wrt incident investigation 
• ISO 45001 – Implementation and Internal Auditing - recommended
• Experience in FMCG and food manufacturing recommended 
• SAIOSH and SACPCMP registration 
• HPCSA registration recommended
• Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong administration and organizing skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the OHSA Act and Regulations
• Knowledge and understanding of NFPA 36, SANS 10400, and SANS 10139 
• Proven ability to work in Health and Safety

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Description 

• This role is responsible for all weighbridge related administration and controls.

Responsibilities

• Access and Exit control of loading/offloading product
• Documentation control for loading/offloading product
• Manage the traffic flow of loading/offloading vehicles
• Administration of validations, checks and security measures connected to the weighbridge
• Administrative checking and processing of ad hoc tasks
• Health and Safety
• Participate in safety forums created by Soill for example safety meetings and safety talks
• Follow-up on any activities assigned through safety meetings / committees / representatives / management
• Report all safety incidents to the relevant people
• Attend safety education and refresher programmes
• Comply with safety policies and procedures at Soill
• Distribute safety information as and when required
• Wear protective clothing (where applicable) at all times

Requirements

• Grade 12
• 2 years administration related working experience
• Computer literate on MS Office packages
• Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
• Customer service orientated
• Energetic
• Work independently
• Detail orientated
• Good communication skills
• Procedural driven

CLOSING DATE: OCTOBER 20, 2025

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Description 

• The main responsibility of this position is to ensure efficient and effective planning in respect to filling and allocating sales (Out) and procurement orders (In) to trucks.

Responsibilities

Logistics and planning of products

• Planning and coordinating of deliveries
• Draft, allocate and capture sales orders
• Update planning schedule according to set parameters
• Communicate any planning changes/deviations to relevant departments
• Update and execute planning in advance of sales delivery as per draft sales orders
• Coordinate delivery schedule with collection schedule
• Communication of the logistic plan to relevant stakeholders prior to loading

Logistics of external warehouses

• Planning of deliveries out of external warehouses / execute logistics activities and delivery routes
• Effective communication between Commercial team, Warehouse administrators and External Warehouse
• Making slot bookings with customers for deliveries

Procurement (In) planning/allocation

• Ensure trucks run effectively and efficiently
• Effective and efficient communication with relevant stakeholders with regards to optimizing utilization and purchase orders
• Ensure flow bins, bags and pallets are returned from customers

Minimize transport and other costs and ensure efficient movement to customers

• Fleet utilization and profitability on dedicated vehicles according to industry benchmark
• Plan effective loading and delivery dates & times to clients 

Effective Route & Truck Planning

• Planning most cost-effective route according to client delivery
• Truck allocation according to sales orders
• Booking of 3rd party transport within set parameters
• Communication between transporters and clients according to client expectations

Coordinate booking slots

• Scheduling of slot bookings with customers according to the client requirement procedure
• Inter-departmental communication regarding bookings and possible changes, where applicable
• Continuous liaison with clients
• Creating load sheets

Health and Safety

• Participate in safety forums created by Soill for example safety meetings and safety talks
• Follow-up on any activities assigned through safety meetings / committees / representatives / management
• Report all safety incidents to the relevant people
• Attend safety education and refresher programmes
• Comply with safety policies and procedures at Soill
• Distribute safety information as and when required
• Wear protective clothing (where applicable) at all times

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12
• Relevant tertiary qualification recommended
• 2 Years relevant working experience in Logistics environment
• Previous experience as a Logistics planner advantageous
• SAP experience advantageous
• Computer Literate on MS Office Packages

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

• Customer Experience orientated
• Excellent communication skills
• Analytical and Focused
• Excellent work ethics and integrity
• Excellent time management
• Initiative and drive
• Problem solving skills
• Team player
• Accountable
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent organization skills
• Energetic

CLOSING DATE : OCTOBER 20, 2025

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Description 

• The primary responsibility of the Junior Planner is to assist in Operational Planning and to ensure that optimal production scheduling plans are created and maintained to support production efficiencies and to ensure the best cost-effective product and material availability to support internal and external objectives.

Responsibilities
Relationship Management of Business Partners      

• Monitor the Customer or Business Partner inquiries and complaints and ensure they are resolved professionally.
• Implementation of Control Measures and Ad Hoc Management Support
• Assist to ensure open communication channels between the Production departments.
• Providing Management support where necessary.
• Ensuring the Planner is involved or aware of the relevant matters affecting the business.

Production Planning and Scheduling              

• Schedule and review orders and demands for a long-term period, and maintain a production plan to meet customer demands.
• Analyze data on supply and demand to optimize production planning.
• Ensure minimum and maximum stock levels are maintained at the centralized and external warehouses.
• Indicate and follow up on the purchases of raw materials to maximize and optimize production planning, and to ensure sufficient lead time for purchasing.
• Work closely with the Production and Maintenance departments to ensure the most effective production plan and downtime.
• Assist with production planning of affiliates and ensure collaboration with centralized warehouse.
• Monitor product inventory within the Company.
• Ensure the balancing of supply and demand functions.

Reporting and Analyzing          

• Identify and develop reporting systems where necessary.
• Implement and train relevant employees to update and analyze reports.
• Forecast accuracy improvement.
• Promotional impact analysis.
• Analyzing Business Profitability and Efficiency         
• Identify and analyze production and procurement cost-saving opportunities.
• Analyze and maintain operational data for the Company.         

Health and Safety

• Participate in safety forums created by Soill for example safety meetings and safety talks
• Follow-up on any activities assigned through safety meetings / committees / representatives / management
• Report all safety incidents to the relevant people
• Attend safety education and refresher programmes
• Comply with safety policies and procedures at Soill
• Distribute safety information as and when required
• Wear protective clothing (where applicable) at all times

Requirements
Qualification and Experience

• A relevant tertiary qualification (Degree) required, preferably in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Further tertiary qualification in Planning and Inventory Management would be advantageous.
• 1 to 2 years working experience in a similar role recommended
• An understanding of manufacturing processes and production planning principles will be advantageous
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel, for data analysis and reporting
• Experience within an FMCG/ manufacturing environment would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of planning and the critical elements/ components thereof.
• Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Planning and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good numerical and data analysis skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Team player
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work environments.

CLOSING DATE : OCTOBER 23, 2025

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Description 

• Reporting to the Line Supervisor, this role is to ensure the line is always kept clean and neat and tidy by continuously removing any plastic or damaged packaging materials as well as the cleaning of floors and areas between equipment on the packaging line. When not cleaning, there should be assistance to pack on the line.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct cleaning procedures with appropriate materials and chemicals are followed to uphold food safety and health standards.
• Maintain good housekeeping and hygiene on production lines and general areas.
• Remove plastic and damaged packaging materials from production areas
• Assist Line Support in deep cleaning of equipment as required.
• Support packing activities on the production line when needed.
• Wash, dry, and maintain HACCP coats according to hygiene protocols.
• Replenish hand soap, hand sanitizer, paper towels, hair nets, and beard nets as required.
• Clean designated areas including entrances, offices, PPE rooms, and bottling areas according to specified protocols.
• Report damages, leaks, and safety hazards promptly to supervisors.
• Complete cleaning registers and equipment checklists accurately and on time.
• Label and manage unlabeled buckets and flow bins; remove used branded buckets appropriately.
• Ensure cleanliness of outside bottling sump areas to prevent contamination.

Health and Safety

• Participate in safety forums created by Soill for example safety meetings and safety talks
• Follow-up on any activities assigned through safety meetings / committees / representatives / management
• Report all safety incidents to the relevant people
• Attend safety education and refresher programmes
• Comply with safety policies and procedures at Soill
• Distribute safety information as and when required
• Wear protective clothing (where applicable) at all times

Requirements
Qualification and Experience:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Fluent in English
• Previous working experience on bottling line equipment advantageous
• Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:
• Eagerness and high level of interest in the subject matter
• Ability to keep agreements and meet deadlines
• Integrity
• Capacity to work effectively without supervision
• Capacity to seek and accept feedback
• High attention to detail
• High regard for housekeeping and hygiene
• Energy and Perseverance

CLOSING DATE: OCTOBER 20,2025