Current Vacancies at VKB Group

Job Description

Assist with the pasta making process

Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate
• Pasta making qualification (Theory and Practical) 
• Experience as a pasta machine operator
• The suitable candidate must understand laboratory work and recordings of pasta /mill data.
• Must be able to work under pressure and must be able to work weekends.
• Medically Fit
• Clean Criminal Record

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor execution of pasta making process, by managing downtime, control and optimize people, machinery and equipment;
• Ensure input Quality - Responsible for Raw material, production and mix back;
• Understanding of short-cut pasta line from (1) dosage and press, (2) Cutting Units, (3) Shaker pre-dryer, (4) TAS HP dryer and (5) the cooler.

Skills

• Strong work ethic.
• Physically fit
• Proactive
• Team work.
• Time management
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure

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Job Description

Effectively facilitate all the administrative functions in the centralised VKB Fuels department pertaining to scheduling and cash flow.

Requirements

• Grade 12/ NQF 4
• Experience within the petroleum and retail industry will be an advantage. 
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in and administrative role dealing with orders, capturing invoices and solving complaints.
• Knowledge of replenishment levels will be an advantage.
• Computer Literate in MS Office is essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Basic financial recordkeeping and reporting within VKB Framework.
• Continuous liaison between suppliers with regards to fuels deliveries.
• Ensure that VKB Fuels' policies and procedures are adhered to.
• All administration action pertaining to scheduling.
• Capturing GRV's according to VKB policy and procedure and recordkeeping thereof to ensure audit trail.
• Assist fuel branches with queries and scheduling of fuel deliveries.
• Attending training interventions as is required from time to time.
• Other job-related administrative functions.

Skills

• Able to function well in a high pressure environment
• Thorough, precise and accurate
• Communication
• Personal Resilience
• Teamwork
• Numerate
• Compliance
• Organizing
• Problem definition and analyses 

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Performs varied and complex tasks relating to the manufacturing function.

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 or NQF 4.
• Certificate in grain grading and grain fumigation is essential
• Experience in a similar enviroment will be advantageous

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor flow of grain continuously
• Continuous grain protection through fumigation as determined by supervisor
• Monitor of grain tube temperature and report deviation to superior
• Measure grain tubes according to policy and safety regulations
• Operate silo according to the VKB Group policy and regulations

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Responsible
• Punctual
• Conflict management skills
• Initiative

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Job Description

Responsible for all aspects of financial management within GWK Mechanisation, in terms of financial analysis, planning, optimisation of business objectives, compliance with legislation, contracts, policies, procedures, management of the finance team, optimisation of business effectiveness at strategic, functional and operational level , system maintenance and development and risk management.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should have the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting;
• The suitable candidate must be SAICA/SAIPA/CIMA registered;
• The suitable candidate must have at least 5 - 10 years of financial management experience;
• Candidates with 5+ years of experience in an operational business environment with Mechanisation/Agriculture background will be preferred;
• System maintenance and development experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Co-responsible for the sustainable profitable strategic management of the Mechanisation business;
• Board and divisional financial management & reporting;
• Strategic financial analysis, reporting and management;
• Agri value chain financial management, administration, capital optimisation, risk and asset management;
• Financial system development, process management and implementation;
• Key partners management, internal & external;
• Monthly preparation and quality control of preliminary and final financial figures as well as the preparation of 'dashboards' in respect of financial drivers for monthly management reports;
• Month-end procedures of the business which include preparation of journals, stock corrections and provisions as well as cost price corrections;
• Perform analytical review procedures regarding cost analyses and profitability;
• Management support to make informed decisions through the use of formulas, software and spreadsheets;
• Continuous identification of financial risks and making recommendations on them;
• Drafting budgets and managing the budget process;
• Execution of financial year-end procedures;
• Develop financial models and forecasts;
• Handling policies and standard practices of the company;
• Provide ongoing financial support to all stakeholders (internal / external);
• Daily authorisation and release of payments by suppliers and cash book;
• Ongoing Treasury system development, processes and control implementation;
• Effective audits and audit enquiries;
• Compliance with covenants and regulatory requirements of financial institutions;
• Manage the payroll system.

Skills

• Communication
• Marketing
• People skills

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Job Description

Independently performs basic/complex diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer- and/or dealer-owned agricultural equipment.

Requirements

• Proven knowledge of methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the repair of outdoor power equipment/agricultural equipment
• Excellent skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Grade 12 certificate
• Fully qualified diesel or tractor technician - Red Seal
• 5 Years John Deere equipment experience
• 8 Years relevant experience of agricultural equipment, if not 5 years experience of John Deere
• Willingness to work varying shifts, weekends and holidays

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs basic/complex agricultural equipment and, determines what repairs are needed, if required
• Performs basic/complex agricultural equipment, as requested by the service manager or shop foreman
• Participates in all job-related training and development
• Prepares all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments
• Maintains current product knowledge of John Deere and competitive products 
• Maintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools and equipment

Skills

• Technical
• Physical
• Communication

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Job Function

The successful candidate will be responsible for the profitable management of the Retail Branch in Baltimore. 

Job Requirements

• Grade 12/ NQF 4
• 5 - 7 years' experience in the management of a Retail Branch
• Proven Track record in the positive management of an agri-business will serve as recommendation
• Ability to manage medium to large teams
• Continuously adding value to the industry through reaching the organizations' strategic and operational goals
• Willing to work afterhours as and when required based on operational requirements
• Intermediate to advanced level of MS Office

Duties and Responsibilities

• Financial management of business unit
• Stock management within the VKB Group framework
• Personnel management including mentoring of staff
• General management to ensure all VKB Policies are applied
• Excellent customer service including dealing with queries and complaints
• Ability to be creative in striving to continuously exceed goals and targets
• Ensure business unit comply with all relevant legislation

Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Marketing skills
• Ability to establish and maintain long term business relationships
• Business Acumen
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to lead branch to success
• Conflict Management
• Personal Resilience
• Presentation skills
• Communication skills
• Mentoring

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Job Description

Expanding and growth of the business unit in order to reach the strategic goals of the VKB Group.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF4
• Relevant tertiary qualification will serve as recommendation
• 3 Years previous experience in the agricultural retail industry
• Continuously adding value to the industry through reaching the organisations' strategic and operational goals
• Willing to work afterhours when required
• Computer literate in the MS Office Package
• Willing to undergo continuous training

Duties and Responsibilities

• Financial management of business unit
• Stock management including merchandising, management of stock levels, ordering, claims and stock taking
• Personnel management including mentoring of staff
• General management to ensure all VKB Policies are applied
• Excellent customer service including dealing with queries and complaints
• Ability to be creative in striving to continuously exceed goals and targets
• Ensure business unit comply with all relevant legislation

Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Marketing skills
• Ability to establish and maintain long term business relationships
• Business Acumen
• Ability to work independently
• Conflict Management
• Personal Resilience
• Communication skills
• Mentoring
• Teamwork

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JOB FUNCTION

Sells the organization's merchandise according to agreed targets. Effectively market stock to customers, manage stock control to ensure constant availability of stock to clients.

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 or NQF4  
• Experience in a relevant field will be advantageous  
• Clear criminal record
• Thorough, precise and accurate
• Constantly adding value to the functions of the job 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Stock management
• Marketing products and assisting customers
• Ensure clean and tidy working space
• Solving Problems and dealing with queries within set mandate
• Merchandizing stock and replenish stock levels as needed

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Decision making skills
• Problem definition and analyses
• Team work
• Compliance
• Organizing and planning
• Personal resilience
• Client service
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain long lasting relationships