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Senwes is one of the leading agricultural companies in South Africa, with clients symbolising the heart of the company. The company is deeply rooted in agriculture and has a rich and proud history that extends over a period of 114 years.
The Senwes Group of companies is supported by three pillars - Input Supply, Financial and Technical Services and Market...
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate intake, storage and dispatching of grain.
- Grading of grain according to statutory requirements.
- Ensure correct offloading and quality of grain.
- Oversee the loading of grain and sample taking process.
- Perform inspections to maintain adherence to statutory requirements.
- Provide inputs in planning and allocating of storage capacity according to crop estimation information.
- Pre-cleaning, drying, aeration and fumigation of grain.
- Maintain a safe working environment.
- Assist in identifying opportunities for value adding within grading criteria.
- Assist in Optimizing Grain process to achieve value adding objectives and minimize risk.
- Attend and resolve client queries.
- Advise and inform clients on transactions available and industry tendencies.
Requirements
- National Senior Certificate.
- All relevant grading and fumigation courses.
- Certificate in Management/Leadership.
- Three years’ experience in the Grain Industry with knowledge and experience in:
- Crop estimates
- Testing and grading of grains
- Fumigation
- Knowledge of aeration
- Understanding of grain marketing and management.
- Excellent negotiation and conflict management skills.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB:
- Perform routine and emergency repairs on grain silo structures, including assessing damages, welding, carpentry work, and replacement of damaged parts.
- Conduct regular inspections to identify structural damages, corrosion, or wear and tear on the grain silo components.
- Identify faulty or damaged parts (e.g., bolts, fasteners) and replace them with new components, ensuring proper functionality.
- Respond promptly to urgent repair requests, addressing critical issues such as leaks, structural damages, or mechanical failures to prevent further damage to the silo or houses/offices/structures.
- Investigate the root causes of recurrent issues, conducting in-depth analysis to identify underlying problems and implementing long-term solutions to prevent future occurrences.
- Prepare surfaces and apply paint or protective coatings to prevent corrosion and maintain the aesthetic appeal of the silo structures.
- Maintain detailed records of repairs, maintenance activities, and inspections for each silo, including dates, tasks performed, materials used, and the duration of the maintenance work.
- Follow safety guidelines, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as helmets, gloves, and safety glasses, ensuring a safe working environment.
- Be prepared to respond to emergency situations, such as sudden structural failures, by following established protocols and ensuring the safety of oneself and others on-site.
- Regularly inspect and maintain tools and equipment to ensure they are in proper working condition, reducing the risk of accidents and malfunctions during maintenance tasks.
- Utilise welding techniques to repair metal parts, including seams and joints, ensuring the structural integrity of the silo.
- Patch and repair concrete surfaces, addressing cracks or deterioration to maintain the silo’s stability.
Requirements
- 3 years’ experience in general maintenance and repair work, preferably in industrial or agricultural settings.
- National Senior Certificate.
- Attention to detail.
- Use of basic hand and power tools.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB
Stock Management & Optimization
- Ensure the sufficient availability of stock and timely delivery of non-stock items.
- Conduct seasonal stock planning and adjust sales forecasts where necessary.
- Optimize stock turnover and manage fast and slow-moving stock.
- Ensure availability of service parts on new equipment.
- Stay informed about market trends and manage the stock tracking process to optimize margins.
Parts Administration
- Investigate and address stock variances and compare prices with competitors.
- Oversee the administration activities of the parts department and report weekly on progress.
- Monitor and control courier expenditures to ensure cost-efficiency.
Customer Relationship Management
- Maintain excellent customer service and ensure satisfaction.
- Establish and nurture strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.
- Engage in promotions, farmer days, agricultural shows, and pre/post-season marketing.
- Address specific customer needs and provide technical feedback regarding products.
- Implement a proportional stock count system and manage stock outages.
Parts Budget Management
- Manage the department’s allocated budget and monitor expenditure.
- Track margins, income, and initiate corrective actions where necessary.
- Regularly report on variances and financial performance.
Requirements:
- National Senior Certificate
- Post-matric management qualification.
- Experience: At least 5 years of relevant experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a managerial role in parts management, preferably within the agricultural industry.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accuracy and accountability in all aspects of the job.
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Responsibilities:
Analysis, design and procurement:
- Gather all relevant site and problem statement information to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the project at hand.
- Liaise with other disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Operations).
- Analyse and design relevant and cost-effective solutions.
- Prepare design and procurement information.
- Manage procurement process and acquire client approval through works submissions.
- Manage or oversee Civil Technologists, drafter, clerk of works and other team members in executing required works described above.
- Research and development regarding relevant technologies and applications.
Project Execution and Management:
- Devise project execution plan.
- Kick-off meetings with all relevant parties and site documentation.
- Construction Quality Assurance.
- Management of project within budget, quality and timeframes.
Project Close-Out and As-Build:
- Construction QA and inspections with client and contractor with all relevant documentation.
- As-built drawings with final sign-off.
- Payment processing.
- Asset lists and capitalisation of constructed infrastructure.
Maintenance Management:
- Conduct conditions assessments and structural audits.
- Manage the inspections done by Civil technical personnel.
- Manage / oversee the technical assessment of infrastructure conditions.
- Verify and improve or devise new maintenance specifications.
- Oversee the procurement and appointment process for maintenance contractors.
- Devise, acquire approval and implement maintenance policies for civil infrastructure.
- Devise long-term maintenance plans, acquire client approval and execute in sequential stages.
- Manage / oversee maintenance expenditure to approved budgets.
- Oversee the maintenance works executed by civil maintenance teams.
Management of Civil Discipline:
- Manage Civil Discipline as Civil Engineering Discipline Lead.
- Devise / oversee yearly budgets on all relevant civil infrastructure.
- Manage client relations.
- Devise short and long-term plans on maintenance and capital expenditure on all relevant civil infrastructure.
- Liaise and engage with other disciplines and grow the maturity of the Engineering and Property Assets (EPA) Unit.
- Improvement of Unit procedures, processes and systems.
Requirements:
- B.Eng in Civil Engineering.
- At least 4 - 5 years’ experience working as a Civil Engineer.
- Experience in structural engineering is preferred. Experience in agricultural or related industries, is desirable.
- In-depth understanding of civil engineering principles.
- Project management principles and best practice.
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Obtain FICA records from clients
- Obtain FICA records from clients.
- Preview verification documents submitted manually and via client on-boarding platform.
- Assist in creating client profiles on the system.
- Verify compliance within FICA requirements relating to client due diligence and ongoing client due diligence.
- Collect outstanding documents or information relating to existing clients’ due diligence requirements.
- Administer the review of FICA information in terms of the Risk Management and Compliance Program.
- Assist with ad-hoc reporting in terms of FICA.
FICA recordkeeping and filing
- Retrieve clients records from electronic database and document management applications as well as hard copy filing system.
- Prepare and produce reports.
- Ensure that hard copies of identification documents are submitted for scanning.
- Maintain the files of FICA records collected, as required.
Assistance with FICA administration
- Provide feedback on incomplete documentation.
- Provide support with overall management of FICA requirements.
Registration of stakeholders on on-boarding platforms
- Attend to collaboration requirements,
- Assist stakeholders in creating profiles.
- Verify compliance with onboarding requirements and attend to approval as prescribed.
- Assist with ad-hoc reporting.
- Assist with the collection of required information relating to clients.
Requirements
- Qualifications: National Senior Certificate. Qualification in administration or a B-degree will receive preference.
- Requirements: 1-2 Years’ experience within administration and document management, thorough understanding of FICA Legislation and compliance requirements.
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Responsibilities:
Electrical System Design and Implementation:
- Conducting feasibility studies and analysing electrical requirements for agricultural projects.
- Designing electrical systems, including power distribution, control panels, and automation setups, using CAD software.
- Overseeing the procurement of electrical components and ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Managing the installation and commissioning of electrical systems on-site.
- Conducting thorough testing and quality assurance checks to verify system functionality.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting:
- Developing and implementing preventive maintenance schedules for electrical equipment and systems.
- Conducting regular inspections to identify and address potential issues proactively.
- Troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical problems, coordinating repairs as necessary.
- Implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime and optimize system performance.
- Updating and maintaining electrical documentation, including schematics and maintenance records.
- Conducting root cause analyses for major electrical failures and implementing improvements to prevent recurrence.
Energy Efficiency and Sustainability:
- Evaluating electrical consumption patterns and identifying opportunities to enhance energy efficiency.
- Recommending and implementing energy-saving initiatives, such as variable frequency drives and energy-efficient lighting.
- Assessing the feasibility of renewable energy solutions, such as solar panels or wind turbines, to support sustainability goals.
- Collaborating with the sustainability team to integrate electrical solutions that reduce the companys carbon footprint.
- Monitoring and analysing energy usage data to track the effectiveness of implemented initiatives.
- Providing reports and recommendations for continuous improvement in energy management practices.
Project Management:
- Developing project plans, timelines, and budgets for electrical engineering projects.
- Coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution and adherence to deadlines.
- Conducting regular progress meetings and providing status updates to stakeholders and management.
- Identifying potential risks and implementing risk mitigation strategies during project execution.
- Monitoring project expenses and ensuring cost control measures are in place.
- Preparing comprehensive project reports, including technical documentation and financial summaries.
Regulatory Compliance and Safety:
- Staying updated with relevant electrical codes, regulations, and safety standards.
- Ensuring that all electrical systems and equipment comply with industry and government regulations.
- Conducting safety audits and risk assessments for electrical installations and operations.
- Developing and delivering training programs to educate staff on electrical safety protocols.
- Investigating and reporting any electrical incidents or accidents, implementing corrective actions as required.
- Collaborating with regulatory authorities during inspections and compliance checks.
Innovation and Research:
- Keeping abreast of the latest advancements and trends in electrical engineering, particularly in agriculture.
- Conducting research and feasibility studies on emerging electrical technologies for potential integration.
- Collaborating with research institutions or industry partners on innovative projects.
- Contributing to the development of intellectual property, patents, or innovative solutions unique to Senwes.
- Participating in continuous professional development activities to enhance technical knowledge and skills.
- Providing technical insights and recommendations to management for adopting cuttingedge technologies.
Requirements:
- B.Eng in Electrical Engineering.
- Professional certifications and licenses relevant to electrical engineering and Government Certificate of Competency will be advantageous.
- 4 - 5 years’ experience working as an Electrical Engineer.
- Experience in managing electrical projects from conception to completion. Experience with industrial plant and SAP Plant Maintenance will be advantageous.
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Responsible for monthly group financial reporting and analyses (project leader)
- Scrutinize Group financial TB for incorrect classification/abnormal increases.
- Authorise payments to be done to external vendors for correctness (VAT, calculation, within budget. etc).
- Identify areas where cost savings can be implemented and identify deviations from best practice and recommend possible changes.
- Compile business case or EVA calculation for relevant project costs or CAPEX expenditure.
- Manage and direct the planning and coordination of month-end close, consolidation process and reporting.
- Process optimisation including continuous monitoring of month-end process and reporting, and identifying areas for improvement and implement changes.
- Compile consolidate income- statement, balance sheet, balance sheet notes and cashflow statement within specific deadline dates.
- Providing necessary information to auditors and assist in relevant enquiries.
Interim and financial Reporting (project leader)
- Serve as project leader for Audit committee in terms of planning and coordination.
- Compile certain notes of the Audit committee report.
- Improve overall bi-annual & annual year-end close and reporting processes in terms of less time spent of compilation, more analysis & increased accuracy.
- Serve as project leader for the financial statements in terms of planning and
- Coordination.
- Compile consolidated financial statements in accordance with the accounting
- Standards.
- Ensure the Financial statements are aligned with IFRS standards.
Employee Management
- Supervise employees, including delegating some duties and responsibilities.
- Manage the performance of employees, including providing in-house training, guidance and support to employees.
- Develop and manage succession plan/ personal development plan of employees.
Provide technical guidelines, advice and instructions
- Research best practice and legislative changes.
- Provide overview of statutory requirements.
- Determine operational requirements for compliance.
- Assist other companies within the group with implementation of new accounting standards.
Assistance in achieving Group Finance strategy
- Assistance in delivering Group Finance strategy
- Benchmark finance of the future on a regular basis.
- Gap analysis with best practice.
Requirements
- Qualifications: Registered CA(SA).
- Requirements (South Africa): At least 3 years post article accounting experience. Candidates with experience in a senior accounting position will receive preference.
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Responsibilities:
Responsible for realising financial strategy
- Assist in develop and execute processes to support existing and new strategies to ensure the sustainability of Hinterland.
- Assist in compile financial strategy
- Assist in implement and manage strategic intent
- Continually evaluate relevance of strategy
- Recommend changes as required
- Evaluate business risks and implement control measures
- Develop and maintain a strict cost management culture
Financial Management of Inventory
- Manage strategic financial plan relating to Hinterland inventory.
- Commercial approach in decision making.
- Risk assessment in decision making.
- Interpret the financial implications of decisions and convey to management of division.
- Challenge to all business units.
- Analytical review and interpretation of management data.
- Continuously monitor balance sheet and initiate actions to optimize and control balance sheet investment.
- Inventory management.
- Manage financial targets of the division, departments, and branches.
- Report on non-performing stock and potential “stock outs”.
Financial planning, reporting and process optimization
Financial planning:
- Apply commercial approach in financial planning.
- Manage budgeting process of Hinterland.
- Determine and manage financial and business drivers.
Reporting:
- Manage financial data of inventory.
- Capturing, Controls, Reporting of inventory.
- Manage systems and procedures.
- Ensure relevance of systems and procedures.
- Manage control and discipline.
- Improve control environment.
- Accurate reporting on inventory of Hinterland.
Manage relationships
- Personnel –Performance Management
- Set clear performance standards
- Communicate expected outcomes
- Promote teambuilding and a positive attitude towards company
Requirements:
- CA(SA) or equivalent qualification
- At least 5 years’ experience in Financial management; Management
Method of Application
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