Job Opportunities at Senwes

Description

• Senwes Grainlink is seeking a General Worker to help with various tasks, including general cleaning to maintain hygiene standards and other duties as per the silo's requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Execute general cleaning functions of the yard, bins, containers, silo, building and bunkers.
• Contact spraying for pest control in silo bins, machines and buildings.
• Assist with bin and storage fumigation.
• Bagging, storage and monitor graded screenings.
• Loading and off-loading of grain (bulk and bags).
• Assist with maintenance work.

Requirements

• No experience required.
• Grade 10 (Candidates with a National Senior Certificate will receive preference)
• Great communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of grain industry.

Closing date: 7 December 2025

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Description

• Senwes Grainlink is seeking a General Worker to help with various tasks, including general cleaning to maintain hygiene standards and other duties as per the silo's requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Execute general cleaning functions of the yard, bins, containers, silo, building and bunkers.
• Contact spraying for pest control in silo bins, machines and buildings.
• Assist with bin and storage fumigation.
• Bagging, storage and monitor graded screenings.
• Loading and off-loading of grain (bulk and bags).
• Assist with maintenance work.

Requirements

• No experience required.
• Grade 10 (Candidates with a National Senior Certificate will receive preference)
• Great communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of grain industry.

Closing date: 7 December 2025

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Purpose of the Job

• As a Mechanical Maintenance Foreman, you will oversee and coordinate the daily activities of the mechanical maintenance team to ensure the efficient operation and upkeep of machinery and equipment. You will be responsible for scheduling and delegating tasks, conducting inspections, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and implementing preventive maintenance procedures to minimize downtime and optimize productivity.

Maintenance Planning and Execution

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of mechanical maintenance technicians, providing guidance, training, and support as needed.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules, ensuring timely completion of tasks while minimizing disruptions to operations.

Quality Assurance and Control

• Conduct regular inspections of machinery and equipment to identify issues, defects, or areas for improvement.
• Diagnose mechanical problems, develop solutions, and oversee repairs to restore equipment to optimal working condition.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols, promoting a culture of safety awareness among team members.

Budget Management and Cost Control

• Ability to accurately forecast maintenance costs based on historical data, upcoming projects, and potential emergencies. Allocate budget resources effectively to cover regular maintenance, repairs, and unexpected expenses.
• Skill in estimating costs for maintenance activities, including labor, materials, equipment, and outsourced services.
• Perform cost-benefit analyses to justify expenditures and identify the most cost-effective solutions for maintenance issues.

Team Leadership and Supervision

• Manage personnel appointments
• Performance Management
• Communicate with personnel

Stakeholder Communication and Collaboration

• Communicate effectively with other departments and stakeholders.
• Provide updates and reports on mechanical project status.
• Collaborate with engineers and other foremen on multidisciplinary projects.
• Attend and contribute to project and maintenance meetings.

Requirements:

• National Senior Certificate.
• Candidates with a mechanical trade qualification or management certificate
• 3+ years of experience in Grain Silo Industry, experience in supervisory roles

 Closing date 10/12/2025