Top Positions at AFGRI Equipment

Description

• AFGRI Farmer Development invites suitably qualified candidates currently enrolled for a National Diploma: Agriculture (Crop Production) or  National Diploma: Agriculture (Irrigation Systems) seeking experiential training to apply for the 2026 Work Integrated Learning Programme.
• Successful candidates will be placed at our Vastfontein Farm in Pretoria North where they will acquire all-round work experience by fulfilling various duties and responsibilities relevant to the department.

Requirements

 KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Work with a cross-functional team to complete a Work Integrated Learning project as assigned by your Line Manager.
• Attain on-the-job work experience aligned with your qualification and career aspirations.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.
• Support teams in project work.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a South African citizen under the age of 35
• Must be registered or planning to register for the final year of a National Diploma: Agriculture (Crop Production) or  National Diploma: Agriculture (Irrigation Systems) at a recognised higher education institution in South Africa in 2026.
• Work Integrated Learning (WIL) must be a compulsory requirement for the completion of the qualification. Applicants must attach an academic record and an official letter from their educational institution confirming the WIL requirement to their application.
• Have not worked full-time (more than 1 year) in their field of study.
• Should be based in the city of hire.
• Good grades will be a strong advantage. 

DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME 

• Successful candidates will be enrolled on a 12-month fixed-term contract for an internship.

APPLICATIONS CLOSING DATE: 21 July 2026

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Description

• AFGRI Equipment is looking for a qualified Regional Marketer - Construction and Forestry to be based in Middelburg, Mpumalanga. This role is responsible for marketing and selling construction and forestry equipment by visiting mining, rental, and construction companies, assessing their needs, presenting relevant products, and ensuring follow-up on all sales.

Requirements

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING   

• Grade 12
• Relevant Sales or Marketing qualification
• Valid driver’s license

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE         

• 3 years business, sales and marketing experience
• Proven sales results in a top 5 OEM
• Experience in the marketing of construction and forestry equipment

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS        

Marketing Management

• Support marketing efforts to meet targets
• Conduct equipment demonstrations
• Conclude sales and support all equipment divisions

Procurement & Stock Control

• Collaborate on stock planning and forecasting
• Ensure timely order deliveries and negotiate deals

Market Development

• Protect and expand current markets
• Drive growth aligned with strategic objectives
• Maintain and grow John Deere market share

Administration and Reporting

• Record and track business activities
• Ensure order accuracy and legal compliance
• Submit monthly forecasts and resolve outstanding transactions
• Provide accurate and timely reports on business activities

Closing Date: 23 July 2026   

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Description

• The purpose of this role is to test, manage and control the quality of raw material and optimise the milling of the final product in line with the company specifications

Requirements

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING    

• Grade 12
• Qualified Miller GMF

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE            

• Minimum of 2 years related work experience

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS         

• Communication and delegation
• Raw material handling
• Technical performance
• Quality assurance
• Infestation and hygiene control
• Internal and external customer non-conformance report system
• Functional performance standards
• Quality management systems
• Mill maintenance

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/ COMPETENCIES          

• Management, leadership and interpersonal skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Fully conversant with grading regulations
• Comply with the company’s manufacturing and performance standards
• Mechanical inclined
• Problem-solving
• Crisis management

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES 

• Accountability
• Hardworking and able to work overtime
• Quality orientation
• Proactive
• Reliable and positive
• Safety-conscious

Closing Date: 27 July 2026   

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Description

• Workshop Admin Clerk is responsible for the effective management of all administrative processes related to workshop department, and parts department in the headquarter.
• This role ensures the smooth coordination of the workshop while maintaining accuracy and efficiency in documentation, supplier systems management, and customer and branch personnel interactions.

Requirements

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING    

• Grade 12

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE            

• 12 months relevant administration experience

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS         

• Create job cards.
• Create pro-forma invoices for job cards.
• Create orders of external vendors on job cards.
• Deposit daily bank.
• Ensure the risk file (GMR) is up to date and all forms are signed off.
• Build and maintain sound relationships with internal and external clients and promptly respond to/resolve client queries.
• Workshop administration
• Parts administration
• Training administration
• Supplier support
• Customer and team support
• Communication

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/ COMPETENCIES          

• Basic knowledge of workshop administration
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Understanding of parts and maintenance items to be ordered
• Communication skills {Afrikaans & English (Read, Write and Speak)}
• Management of manager's diaries.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES 

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Stress management
• Good interpersonal skills
• Disciplined
• Cooperation
• Result orientated
• Must be fluent in English and Afrikaans

Closing Date: 20 July 2026   

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Description

• To ensure the effective execution of sales and control of stock

Requirements

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING    

• Grade 12

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE            

• 1-year experience in a direct sales environment

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS         

• Ensure efficient customer service to walk-in clients at the branch.
• Ensure that customers are made aware of additional products to enhance sales.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure that stock is ordered from the supplier or procurement.
• Take receipt of stock and ensure correct countsReceive stock from receiving department and ensure correct pricing.
• Conduct stock counts on a daily, weekly and monthly basis

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/ COMPETENCIES          

• Good knowledge of AFGRI Retail’s product range
• Computer literacy
• Customer Service
• Policies and procedures

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Good interpersonal skills
• Business acumen
• Customer awareness
• Time management
• Accountability
• Self-development
• Conceptual ability

Closing Date: 20 July 2026   

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Description

• The General Manager will be primarily responsible for ensuring sustained operational profit at the plant, aligned to the required return on assets (ROA). The GM will further ensure that the overall operational strategy of AFGRI Animal Feeds will be implemented, ensuring optimal efficiencies and cost-conscious budget management, and act at all times in accordance with all regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant Tertiary Degree / Qualification (Finance, Agriculture, Engineering)
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a manager in an Animal Feed manufacturing/ Milling / FMCG environment        

Competencies

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills (solution driven)
• Planning and organizing – Strategically inclined and proactive in demeanor
• Operate effectively in a stressful, fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Conflict management
• Entrenched experience in the management of employees at all levels, as well as the management of complex relationships both in and outside the organisation (stakeholder relations)
• Must be diligent, dynamic and innovative
• Must be patient, charismatic and respected
• Possess excellent leadership abilities and skills
• Possess good financial and business acumen
• Possess a good understanding of the agricultural industry

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day production activities within the local facility.
• Manage staff and staffing levels (efficiently plan, direct, and coordinate the work activities and resources) to manufacture products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.
• Maintain on-time deliveries while avoiding excess labour and inefficiencies.
• Plan and direct resources in order to execute the strategy and execute the operational agenda
• Work closely with Procurement to maintain and control appropriate inventory levels.
• Ensure profitability of products through proper manufacturing methods and lean manufacturing.
• Support and enforce the company quality system and practices and manage by means of a team approach while applying mission-directed work team (MDWT) principles.
• Operate facility under company and legislative requirements relating to health and safety guidelines
• Build effective relationships with internal and external customers.
• Execute the manufacturing plan to support the sales forecast and to ensure customers’ expectations are met.
• Manage and monitor product standards, examining samples of raw products or directing testing during processing, to ensure finished products are of prescribed quality.
• Customer complaints, non-conformances and deviations – apply problem-solving techniques to identify the root cause with corrective action steps to prevent a reoccurrence.
• Manage succession planning including BEE.
• Apply performance appraisals with a focus on results and individual development.
• Effectively manage the facility’s budget and overall expenses
• Ensure sustainable profit by closely monitoring nett margin per ton
• Establish close relationships with the marketing team in order to ensure optimal capacity utilisation of the facility in relation to volume and product mix forecast.

Closing Date: 28 July 2026