Jobs at Astral Foods Ltd

Closing Date: 04 November 2026

Role Responsibilities:

• Maintaining and execution of planned maintenance systems;
• Project management of all new installations, equipment and upgrading’s;
• Managing of vehicle fleet in the department;
• Stock and cost management of maintenance store;
• Risk management;
• OSHACT management of department;
• Compilation and management of yearly budgets for the department;
• Manage, train and motivation of personnel;
• Manage contractors;
• Daily farm visits to inspect buildings and to assure quality of maintenance standards.

Required Qualification and Knowledge:

• Minimum N3 qualification;
• Be in possession of a trade certificate as an Electrician or Millwright;
• Have at least 3 to 5 years relevant experience as an Artisan Foreman;
• Must be prepared to work standby;
• Must be computer literate;
• It is essential that the candidate have good administrative and communication skills;
• A valid code 08 drivers license is essential;
• Exceptional managerial competencies and excellent people skills;
• It is essential that the candidate have a passion for implementing the 20 Keys workplace improvement programme.

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The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Coordinating production through supervision of staff, time keeping and proper operation of all equipment;
• First line support for engineering breakdowns, generating work orders and maintaining plant standards;
• Manage daily plant efficiencies, inspections, checklists;
• Ensure quality feed production;
• Commit and comply to the requirements of ISO, HACCP, 20 Keys and any other company management systems.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Minimum of Grade 12;
• At least 3 years in the feed industry with proven supervisory experience;
• Computer literacy with experience in MS Office;
• A valid driver's license
• Strong leadership ability;
• Problem solving and planning skills;
• Work effectively in a team environment;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Mechanically orientated;
• Pro-active and able to use own initiative;
• A high level of personal and professional integrity;
• Be prepared to work shifts and overtime on short notice.

Closing date: 05 November 2026

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The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Preparation of weekly reports and graphs.
• Full Stock management responsibility on site.
• Assist with weekly forecasts and budgets.
• Assist with obtaining quotes, writing out RTPs.
• Do receiving of goods (GRVs) on the system and ensure all relevant supplier accounts are accurate, up to date and liaise same with the Creditors department.
• Support month end deadlines and results, ensure accurate accruals and accounting.
• Keep the relevant dashboards and management tools accurate and up to date.
• Ad hoc office duties.
• Responsible for the Farm Services office’s 20 keys.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• A Matric Certificate/ Equivalent.
• Excellent administrative and time management skills.
• Computer knowledge and experience is essential.
• Basic understanding of the 20 Keys concept essential.
• Essential that the successful candidate is self-motivated & has the ability to meet strict deadlines.

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 The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Management of Farm Services teams and planning and controlling of Live Bird operations.
• Managing all labour related issues such as discipline, recruitment, training, time and attendance.
• Maximize production and ensure that work quality is at required standards.
• Managing projects and planning of work schedules.
• Reporting and budget control.
• Managing Risk Control, Occupational Health and Safety, Bio-Security requirements and Standards as per relevant legislation and Astral Standard Operating Practices.
• Responsible for company assets.
• Implementation and maintaining the 20 Keys system.
• Procurement of bedding material for poultry farms.                      

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Matric and a relevant tertiary qualification.
• A minimum of 5 (five) years’ management experience in the agricultural sector and a logistics background will be an added advantage.
• Technical/Mechanical background advantageous.
• Must be a team player with exceptional leadership skills with the ability to work in a high pressurized environment and be deadline driven.
• Ability to manage staff effectively and must be Computer literate.
• The candidate must have high standards towards housekeeping and attention to detail.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Closing Date: 27 October 2026

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Master Data Management

• Maintenance and governance of all centralised master data records.
• Standardisation of master data structures and naming conventions.
• Ongoing data cleansing and integrity management.

Data Quality & Compliance

• Data quality monitoring and validation.
• Perform monthly and periodic master data reviews, audits and reconciliations for completeness, consistency and compliance.
• Monitor data quality, investigate exceptions and drive corrective actions using data management tools.

Data Governance & Controls

• Enforcement of master data controls and approval workflows.
• Alignment and standardisation of MIS Master Data Standard Operating Procedures and processes.

Business Process & Stakeholder Support

• Coordination of data requirements across divisions.
• Facilitation of standardising business processes within master data practices.
• Act as a liaison between business and MIS teams on master data topics, helping align data, processes and priorities.

Systems, Operational and Service Support

• Support system implementations, projects and upgrades from a master data perspective.
• Provide business support through the Service Desk for master data-related queries.
• Resolve master data-related issues and user queries, ensuring timely and effective support to stakeholders.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Information Systems, Finance, or a related field.

Experience

• Experience in a Master Data, Data Quality, Data Governance, or similar data administration role.
• Experience working with ERP systems and large data sets.
• Experience within the Poultry Industry or FMCG environment will be advantageous.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of master data management, data quality, and governance principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Leadership and Behavioral Competencies

• High attention to detail with a structured, process-driven approach.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage both business and technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively across departments and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong organisational skills with a focus on governance and compliance.
• Availability to provide support outside normal business hours when required.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Passion for clean, well-controlled data and continuous improvement.
• A structured, process-driven mindset and comfort owning deadlines and deliverables in a busy operational environment.
• Strong relationship-building ability across all levels of the organisation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence in documenting procedures, suggesting enhancements and improving control and efficiency.
• Integrity, accountability and sound judgement in decision-making.
• Adaptability and resilience to perform effectively in a dynamic operational environment.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong data and business acumen, with the ability to understand how master data impacts business performance.
• High levels of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• A hands-on approach and operational mindset.
• The ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced agricultural environment.
• A passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence in data and systems.

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The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Taking responsibility of 6 Breeder houses.
• Managing staff, risk management and bio-security.
• Welfare of the birds.
• Clear understanding of registers, graphs, vaccinations, ventilation etc.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• A matric qualification.
• 5 Years relevant Breeder experience in supervising a large poultry production complex.
• The ability to cope under pressure.
• Clear understanding of 20 keys.
• High standard towards housekeeping and attention to detail.
• Computer knowledge will be an added advantage.
• The successful applicant must be self-motivated and have excellent people skills.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends when required.

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Required Qualification

• Must be a qualified Artisan

Required Experience

• Proven experience in a Supervisory role
• Previous experience in electrical/repair of poultry processing and rendering plant equipment will be advantageous
• Computer literacy - MS Office

The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Routine maintenance on Rendering plant equipment
• Deal with unscheduled processing interruptions due to breakdowns
• Full control of production processes and responsible for maintaining production standards
• Responsible for all labour-related issues, including ensuring that all positions are managed at all times
• Dealing with all disciplinary matters appropriately and according to the company’s disciplinary code
• Continued interaction and communication with senior management
• Maintaining and implementing the 20 Keys principles, including Health & Safety of the department.

Other Requirements:

• Strong administrative, organizational, interpersonal and time management skills
• Fluent in English and a second official language
• Have the ability to cope under pressure and manage staff professionally
• Be hardworking, honest and self-motivated
• Must be prepared to work  shifts, weekends, public holidays and overtime as required
• Must have own reliable transport

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QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Completed Grade 12
• A certificate in Credit Control / Management 
• 5 years' Credit Control experience within the FMCG industry
• A basic understanding of the National Credit Act regulations

COMPUTER LITERACY USING THE FOLLOWING PACKAGES:

• Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint) - MS Excel at an advanced level to include V-lookup and Pivots
• Experience using an ERP system, LN System experience is a great advantage

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Manage the relevant Age Analysis account;
• Requesting remittances and reconciliation of accounts;
• Initiate collection of payments as per trading terms;
• Correspondence with relevant customers with regards to invoices, statements, overdue and/or unpaid invoices and rejected claims;
• Investigation of claims deducted off customers payment;
• Contacting customers for payment when credit limit is reached;
• Collection of payment for all payment terms as per the credit policy;
• Opening of new accounts with all the requirements as per credit policy;
• Releasing blocked orders as per credit policy;
• Annual customer account review;
• Conduting weekly cash flow projection;
• Analyzing the bank statements and assigning the payments received to the customer’s account;
• Investigating queries on the customer’s account, obtaining all the necessary documentation  for debit/credit notes;
• Preparing the credit/debit and following up for approvals for further processing;
• Recon and allocation of payments for weekly, mid-month and month end customers;
• Recon and invoices to be forwarded to customers as per customers’ requirements;
• Check and sign relevant invoices for manual deliveries;
• Updating the cash flow for month end payments as remittances are received;
• Prepare, validate and submit rebate claims timeously for month end customers;
• Reporting over Overdue payments  to Senior Credit Controller;
• Forward  POD’S not paid (due to cut off or GIT’S) to ensure full payment is received;
• Action and investigate customer queries;
• Recording keeping.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent administration and problem-solving skills;
• The ability to effectively reconcile debtors accounts is a key requirement;
• Able to work under pressure and the efficient resolution of customer queries;
• Basic understanding of the 20 Keys continuous workplace improvement programme;
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team;
• The incumbent must be deadline driven with a high work ethic and attention to detail with the required accuracy.

Closing Date: 28 October 2026