Job Vacancies at VKB Group

Why This Role Matters

• As a Short Term Insurance Advisor (Broker), you will serve as a trusted partner to clients by helping them identify, understand, and manage risks. Your expertise will contribute to safeguarding businesses, assets, and livelihoods through appropriate insurance solutions and sound advice.
• This role offers a unique opportunity to combine relationship building, business development, and professional insurance advisory services while contributing to the continued growth of an established and respected insurance business within the VKB Group.

What Success Looks Like

• Builds strong and lasting relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Delivers professional short-term insurance advice aligned to client needs and objectives.
• Drives portfolio growth through the acquisition of quality new business.
• Maintains a profitable and sustainable insurance book through proactive client engagement.
• Identifies potential risks and provides effective risk mitigation recommendations.
• Ensures accurate and compliant administration and record management.
• Promotes insurance solutions that create value for clients and the business.
• Supports strategic and financial objectives through sound business practices.

Who We Are Looking For

• We are looking for a results-driven insurance professional who enjoys working with people and creating meaningful client relationships. The successful candidate is commercially minded, customer-focused, and passionate about helping clients protect what matters most.
• You are comfortable balancing client advisory responsibilities with business development opportunities and have the confidence to identify solutions that meet client needs.
• You demonstrate professionalism, integrity, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Most importantly, you align with the VKB Group values of being Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and Playing as One Team.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Relevant National Certificate, Advanced Diploma, BTech Degree, or Bachelor's Degree.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a BCom in Accounting, Marketing, Business Management, Finance, or Risk Management.
• Regulatory Examination for Representatives (RE5).
• Regulatory Examination for Key Individuals (RE1) will be advantageous.

Essential Experience

• Minimum of 5 years' proven experience as a Broker within the short-term insurance industry.

Competencies

• Customer focus
• Relationship building
• Commercial awareness
• Communication skills
• Planning and organising
• Problem solving
• Accountability
• Decision making
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability

Skills Required

• Short-term insurance advisory expertise
• Risk assessment and risk management
• Insurance product marketing
• Business development and client acquisition
• Portfolio management
• Client relationship management
• Reporting and administration
• Regulatory compliance knowledge
• Time management and prioritisation
• Recordkeeping and documentation management

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse clients' existing short-term insurance policies and identify potential risks.
• Provide professional insurance advice in the best interests of clients.
• Assess risk exposure and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Maintain and grow an existing short-term insurance portfolio.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular engagement.
• Market and promote insurance products and services.
• Manage required administrative and reporting functions.
• Supervise and support employees where required.
• Contribute towards the achievement of strategic business objectives.
• Support the achievement of financial goals and growth targets.
• Stay informed of industry developments and regulatory changes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable insurance legislation and regulations.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date client records.
• Deliver exceptional customer service throughout the client journey.

Closing Date 08 November 2026

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Why This Role Matters

• The Driver plays a critical role in ensuring that customers receive Farm Foods products safely, accurately, and on time. This position serves as an important link between our manufacturing operations and our customers, directly influencing service levels, customer satisfaction, and brand reputation.
• Beyond transportation, this role contributes to operational excellence through accurate stock control, vehicle care, documentation management, and effective coordination of delivery activities. Every successful delivery helps strengthen customer relationships and supports the continued growth of our business.

What Success Looks Like

• Delivers products safely, accurately, and on schedule to meet customer expectations.
• Builds positive customer relationships through professional and reliable service.
• Maintains complete and accurate delivery, fuel, and vehicle documentation.
• Supports stock accuracy through careful loading, offloading, and product verification.
• Achieves fuel consumption targets in line with company standards and policies.
• Ensures vehicles remain clean, roadworthy, and compliant with operational requirements.
• Coordinates delivery activities effectively.
• Promotes safety by reporting incidents, accidents, and vehicle defects promptly.

Who We Are Looking For

• We are looking for a dependable and customer-focused professional who takes pride in representing the business positively on the road and at customer sites. The ideal candidate is disciplined, safety-conscious, and comfortable working within a fast-paced distribution environment where accuracy and reliability are essential.
• The successful candidate enjoys taking ownership of responsibilities, works well independently, and collaborates effectively with customers, colleagues, and management. They are organised, resilient under pressure, and committed to maintaining high standards of service, compliance, and operational performance.
• This role is well suited to someone who demonstrates the VKB values of Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and One Team, while consistently acting with integrity, accountability, and professionalism.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 with numerical ability and computer literacy.
• Code 14 driver's licence with a valid PDP.

Essential Experience

• At least 3 years' experience as a driver.
• Sound knowledge of sales.
• Experience working in a pressurised operational environment.
• Availability to work a five-day work week.
• Availability to work weekends and public holidays according to requirements.
• Clear criminal record.

Competencies

• Accountability
• Communication
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Customer focus
• Planning and organising
• Compliance and attention to detail
• Personal resilience
• Problem solving and analysis

Skills Required

• Heavy vehicle operation
• Product delivery and distribution
• Customer service
• Sales awareness
• Stock control
• Documentation management
• Vehicle inspection and housekeeping
• Fuel consumption management
• Route and delivery planning

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver products safely and timeously according to delivery schedules.
• Provide excellent customer service during all customer interactions.
• Maintain clean, neat, and professional vehicle standards at all times.
• Monitor and report all incidents and accidents to management promptly.
• Obtain, verify, and manage all signed and stamped proof-of-delivery documentation.
• Monitor fuel usage and operate vehicles in line with company fuel consumption standards.
• Control stock during loading and offloading processes to ensure accuracy.
• Manage tray and crate movements to maintain accurate records and accountability.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and complete required vehicle checklists.
• Report vehicle defects and submit documentation to the supervisor.
• Maintain and submit all operational documentation, including PODs, fuel slips, toll slips, and trip sheets.
• Comply with all road safety, company, and statutory requirements.
• Support operational requirements and contribute to delivery performance targets.

Closing Date 01 November 2026

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Job Description 

• Responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the mechanization department by maintaining tools, equipment, machinery, and work areas. Supports technicians and operators with loading, cleaning, repairs, and general manual tasks to ensure efficient branch operations.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF4 
• Able to perform hard manual labour 
• Load and offload of stock 
• Responsible to keep premises and building clean and excellent condition
• Previous experience in a tractor workshop environment will be a definite advantage
• Constantly adding value to the function of the job

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for general tidiness 
• Cleaning duties 
• ADHOC duties as assigned from time to time 
• Assist customers/suppliers with loading and offloading of stock as required according to policies and procedures 
• General housekeeping of premises and building
• Customer services
• Workshop related duties including but not limited to assisting the workshop mechanic with any tasks as required
• Assist workshop mechanics and technicians with day-to-day repair and maintenance tasks.
• Hand tools, parts, and materials to mechanics during repair and assembly operations.

Skills

• Service orientation 
• Accurate, thorough and precise 
• Excellent Health

Closing Date 04 November 2026

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Why This Role Matters

• The General Worker plays a vital role in ensuring that products are received, stored, handled and dispatched accurately and efficiently. This position contributes directly to maintaining high warehouse standards, supporting customer service excellence, protecting product quality, and ensuring stock is available when needed.
• This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic and physically fit individual who enjoys practical, hands-on work and takes pride in contributing to the smooth operation of a busy depot.

What Success Looks Like

• Supports efficient warehouse operations through accurate stock handling and movement.
• Maintains high housekeeping standards to ensure a safe and organised working environment.
• Delivers accurate stock receiving and dispatch processes with minimal errors.
• Ensures products are stored according to FIFO principles and warehouse procedures.
• Protects product quality by performing consistent quality and condition inspections.
• Coordinates effective loading and offloading activities while maintaining product integrity.
• Improves stock traceability through proper barcode visibility and stock identification.
• Supports customer and supplier service by assisting with stock handling requirements.

Who We Are Looking For

• We are looking for a dependable and hardworking individual who enjoys physical work and takes pride in maintaining high standards. The successful candidate is attentive to detail, values teamwork, and understands the importance of product quality and customer service.
• They are willing to learn, take ownership of their responsibilities, and contribute positively to the success of the depot. This person thrives in a practical operational environment and consistently demonstrates accountability, reliability and a commitment to safety.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate will be advantageous.

Essential Experience

• Previous warehouse, stock handling, loading and offloading, or general labour experience will be advantageous.
• Experience working within a warehouse or depot environment will be beneficial.

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Accountability and reliability
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Quality awareness
• Time management
• Customer service orientation
• Safety consciousness
• Ability to follow procedures
• Problem-solving ability

Skills Required

• Stock receiving and handling
• FIFO stock rotation
• Picking and packing
• Loading and offloading of stock
• Product quality inspections
• Warehouse housekeeping
• Stock identification and verification
• Pallet handling and storage
• Physical stamina and endurance
• Good practical and manual handling skills

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain housekeeping standards within the depot and warehouse.
• Apply FIFO (First In First Out) principles during stock movement and storage.
• Pick stock accurately according to operational requirements.
• Load and offload stock safely and efficiently.
• Verify product type against pallet labels during receiving processes.
• Check quantities received against supporting documentation.
• Inspect product quality, including bag condition and sling integrity.
• Verify product expiry dates during receiving and storage.
• Move pallets to designated warehouse storage locations.
• Prepare and move picked stock to loading areas for dispatch.
• Verify correct product and quantities before loading vehicles.
• Perform quality checks during receiving, storage and dispatch activities.
• Assist customers and suppliers with loading and offloading requirements.
• Comply with company policies, procedures and safety standards.

Closing Date 01 November 2026

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The Opportunity

• We are looking for a Junior Parts Marketer to join our team in Harrismith, Free State. This is more than just a sales role—it’s about building lasting partnerships with farmers, understanding their needs, and ensuring they have the right parts to succeed.

If you are someone who is:

• Humble enough to learn from others and serve our customers first,
• Hungry to achieve goals and grow your career,
• Smart in solving problems and finding opportunities,
• Bold in taking initiative and driving results,
• A true Team Player who thrives in collaboration, then you might be exactly who we’re looking for.

What You’ll Do

• Drive sales of agricultural parts, accessories, and solutions while meeting agreed targets (commission applicable).
• Manage stock effectively, ensuring availability, ordering based on movement, and sourcing scarce parts quickly.
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with farmers and clients.
• Stay up to date with agricultural technologies and equipment to serve customers better.
• Take responsibility for the point-of-sale process including cash and card transactions.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping of stock and displays.
• Commit to continuous training and growth, both personally and professionally.

What You’ll Need

• Grade 12 / NQF 4 with Mathematics.
• Proven sales and marketing experience in parts (essential).
• Knowledge of and passion for agriculture.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• A strong customer service orientation.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict management skills.

Closing Date 03 November 2026

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About the Opportunity

• We are looking for a customer-focused and detail-oriented Learner Branch Marketer to join our VKB Retail team. In this role, you will be responsible for marketing and selling irrigation and related products, maintaining stock availability, assisting customers, and ensuring effective stock control within the store environment.

Why This Role Matters

• This role contributes directly to customer satisfaction and business performance by ensuring that customers receive the right products, professional assistance, and excellent service.
• By maintaining accurate stock levels and an organised retail environment, you will help support operational efficiency and strengthen customer relationships.

Why Join VKB?

• At VKB Group, you will become part of a business deeply rooted in agriculture and committed to building the agribusiness of the future. You will have the opportunity to develop your product knowledge, work alongside experienced colleagues, contribute to customer success, and grow within an organisation that values being Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and Playing as One Team.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role includes:

• Consistently achieving sales and customer service objectives.
• Maintaining accurate stock levels and effective stock control practices.
• Building positive, long-term relationships with customers.
• Ensuring shelves and merchandising displays are well-stocked and visually appealing.
• Resolving customer queries professionally and within delegated authority.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are seeking an individual who:

• Demonstrates a strong customer-service mindset.
• Takes ownership and accountability for their work.
• Works accurately and pays close attention to detail.
• Is proactive in identifying opportunities to improve processes and add value.
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues and contributes to team success.
• Shows resilience in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Communicates confidently and professionally with customers and stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 4.

Essential Experience

• Experience in a retail, sales, customer service, or related environment will be advantageous.
• 1–3 years' irrigation experience will be advantageous.
• Clear criminal record.
• 1 – 3 years irrigation experience quoting, advising, layout etc.
• Preferably residing in or around Letsitele.
• Other experience in the agriculture industry an advantage as well as basic knowledge of animal feeds.
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask.

Competencies

• Decision-making
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Planning and organising
• Customer focus
• Compliance and adherence to procedures
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Personal resilience
• Relationship building

Skills Required

• Product marketing and sales skills
• Stock control and inventory management
• Customer service excellence
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Problem identification and resolution
• Ability to build and maintain long-term customer relationships
• Merchandising and stock replenishment
• Time management and organisational skills

Key Responsibilities

Sales and Customer Service

• Market and sell products in line with agreed sales targets.
• Assist customers with product selection and purchasing decisions.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Handle customer enquiries and resolve issues within the approved mandate.

Stock Management

• Manage stock effectively to ensure continuous product availability.
• Monitor stock levels and replenish merchandise as required.
• Support accurate stock control and inventory management processes.

Merchandising and Store Standards

• Merchandise products according to company standards.
• Maintain clean, neat, and organised display areas.
• Ensure the store environment remains professional, welcoming, and safe.

Operational Support

• Follow company policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to the achievement of team and store objectives.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve service delivery and operational effectiveness.

Closing Date 03 November 2026