Job Opportunities at VKB Group

Introduction

• Grain Field Chickens, a subsidiary of VKB Agriculture (PTY)Ltd, is a dynamic role player in the integrated broiler industry with an abattoir in Reitz in the North Eastern Free State. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside.

Job Description

• To perform the required administrative activities to internal departments in alignment with predefined work objectives (as per agreed standard operating procedures).

Requirements

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 Equivalent.
• An Office Administration Certificate will be an advantage.
• At least 3 years’ experience in Procurement/ Administration in an Agricultural/ FMCG environment required.
• Working knowledge of NAV will be a definite advantage.
• Must be Computer literate (Microsoft Package).
• A willingness to work overtime, shifts and weekends when required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Making sure all invoices are delivered to the Finance Department for payment.
• Occasionally creating NAV purchase orders.
• Capturing PPE Data.
• Assisting with stock takes.
• Posting and scanning invoices onto NAV for the following departments:
• Quality Control.
• Services Department.
• Farm Services.
• Creating Journals for the following items:
• Protective Clothing.
• Farm Services and related chemicals.
• Farm Services duties:
• Recon Farm Services medication and chemicals (NAV vs Excel).
• Confirm growers’ orders before issuing.
• Verify price on NAV before booking out medication to growers.
• Invoice customers on NAV (Farm Services) & Sales Orders.
• Medication and Chemicals stock takes.
• Scan proof of delivery to Share point.
• Any other duties as may be required by management.

Skills Required

• Basic computer skills.
• Good Numerical skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good reporting skills.
• Good planning skills.
• Team player.
• Be self-motivated, enthusiastic and trustworthy.
• Able to work under pressure.

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Introduction

• VKB Agriculture (Pty) Ltd is a dynamic agricultural company in the Northeast Free State with interests in Limpopo. This organization, which strives towards healthy and modern business practices offers employees the opportunity to utilize and develop their knowledge and skills in a competitive work environment. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside.

Job Description

• The Accountant will be responsible for management of financial and admin department of VKB Fuels as well as reporting on financial results.

Requirements

• BCom Degree with Accountancy
• Completed articles (SAIPA and/ or SAICA)
• Applicable experience in a fast-moving environment
• Experience in similar position will be advantageous
• Working knowledge of Caseware will serve as recommendation
• Ability to function independently within team context and to accept responsibility
• Strong analytical, numeracy and interpersonal skills
• Excellent computer skills and the ability to work with Excel on an advanced level

Duties and Responsibilities

• Analysing and reporting on management accounts on a monthly basis to management
• Monitor and manage cash flow within the budget
• Cost management and inventory control
• Compile audit file
• Management of debtors and creditors to ensure optimal cash flow
• Compile trial balance on a monthly basis
• Review and approve journals and EFT’s on a daily basis
• Perform reconciliations of trial balance accounts on a monthly basis
• Implementing & monitoring internal controls
• Ensuring that the relevant operational and financial information is reported accurately and timeously
• Ensuring that VAT is calculated accurately and submitted and paid on time
• Continuously liaising with internal departments, auditors, clients and suppliers with regards to relevant transactions and services

Skills

• Strong analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Pro-active in solving problems
• Taking ownership of tasks
• Setting a high standard to deliver quality work
• Ability to work independently
• Time management
• People management
• Good communication skills

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REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 or NQF4  
• Experience in a relevant field will be advantageous  
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English
• 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
   

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INTRODUCTION

• VKB Agriculture (Pty) Ltd is a dynamic agricultural company in the Northeast Free State with interests in Limpopo. This organisation which strives towards healthy and modern business practices offers employees the opportunity to utilise and develop their knowledge and skills in a competitive work environment. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional corporate environment in the countryside.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Performs general tasks in a workshop environment, requiring the briefest induction

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 or NQF4 compulsory
• Code EB drivers licence compulsory
• Load and offload of stock 
• Responsible to keep premises and building clean and excellent condition
• Stock control 
• Client service 
• Able to perform hard manual labour, including but not limited to moving of heavy equipment 
• Constantly adding value to the function of the job
• Previous experience in a tractor workshop environment will be a definite advantage

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for general tidiness 
• Cleaning duties 
• Ad hoc 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

SKILLS REQUIRED

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

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Introduction

• VKB Agriculture (Pty) Ltd is a dynamic agricultural company in the Northeast Free State with interests in Limpopo. This organization, which strives towards healthy and modern business practices offers employees the opportunity to utilize and develop their knowledge and skills in a competitive work environment. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself with professional, corporate environment in the countryside.

Job Description

• Responsible for the profitable management of the Parts-, Workshop- and Whole Goods section of the Mechanization branch through excellent service to internal and external customers.

Requirements

• Grade 12/ NQF4
• Relevant tertiary qualification will serve as recommendation 
• Proven knowledge of New Holland, Case and other mechanization implements and parts
• Knowledge of the agricultural mechanization industry
• 3-years proven experience within a similar role
• Proficient in the MS Office package

Duties and Responsibilities

• Management of stock levels within the VKB framework
• Management of expenses including stock losses, day to day expenses and budgets
• Ongoing customer service through facilitating and solving of queries and complaints
• General management to ensure that all VKB policies are applied
• Personnel management
• Workshop administration and claims
• Financial management of branch

Skills Required

• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Marketing skills
• Teamwork
• Business acumen
• Ability to establish and maintain long term relationships

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Introduction

• Grain Field Chickens, a subsidiary of VKB Agriculture (PTY) Ltd, is a dynamic role player in the integrated broiler industry with an abattoir in Reitz in the North Eastern Free State. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside. 

Job Description

• Responsible for continuous testing of injection yield rates and calculating injection rate.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF4 Level 4 equivalent.
• Previous experience in data processing would be an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong mathematical skills - this will be tested during the interview.
• Must be able to work in a high-pressured environment.
• A clear criminal record.
• A willingness to work shifts and overtime, incl. on weekends and public holidays when required.

Duties and responsibilities

• Continuous testing of injection yield rates.
• Calculating injection rate and injection percentages.
• Updating of yield report.

 Skills required

• Able to calculate percentages from data.
• Able to interpret calculations made.
• Person to be self-driven and to be a self-starter.
• Good communication skills.
• Accurate and attention to detail.
• Good reporting skills.
• Good planning skills.
• Strong administration skills.
• Team player.

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Introduction

• Grain Field Chickens, a subsidiary of VKB Agriculture (PTY)Ltd, is a dynamic role player in the integrated broiler industry with an abattoir in Reitz in the North Eastern Free State. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside.

Job Description

• To manage and lead the engineering and maintenance team, which will include capital and process development projects in the plant as well as providing specialist technical support to the team. Also responsible for installation, maintenance and improvement of production lines as well as full budgetary responsibility for the department.

Job requirements

• Grade 12 / NQF 4 Equivalent.
• Diploma or degree in Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering.
• Industrial GCC (Government Competency Certificate).
• Minimum 10 years of engineering within a plant process / utility / maintenance function, of which 2 must be at management level.
• A thorough understanding of mechanical systems and working knowledge of electrical systems.
• High level of expertise in plant engineering methods, theory, and principles from a design, construction, and compliance perspective.
• People management experience with skills leading, developing, and training a technically diverse team.
• Practical knowledge and application of GMR and OHS Act regulations and experience with regulatory investigations.
• Strong background in Abattoir maintenance best practices and equipment reliability.
• Practical Knowledge of On key, Allen Bradley PLCs, P&ID’s, and SOP’s.
• A willingness to work shifts/ overtime incl. on weekends where required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Management of the Engineering/ Maintenance teams with regards to HR and IR issues.
• Management of the day-to-day activities and out-puts of all team members across all shifts.
• Train and mentor his team to improve performance / efficiencies.
• Utilize skills matrix to assess capability gaps within the Engineering/ Maintenance teams and to develop a training plan in conjunction with HR development specialist to address skills gaps.
• Be available on call-out and work on weekends or when necessary to ensure optimal performance of team and effective running of the plant.
• Organizes daily meetings and utilize information from all department to make management decisions on.
• Manages the Engineering/ Maintenance staff to facilitate attainment of KPI’s and monitor performance of individuals in attaining KPI’s and institute corrective action if necessary.
• Drive company culture and morale within the team.
• Partners with HR to recruit the staff who are technically capable and fit in with company culture to ensure that Engineering/ Maintenance team have the correct resources to maintain the facility.
• Supports and advises Engineering/ Maintenance staff on the execution of their tasks.
• Performs work inspections and checks for completeness of tasks.
• Plan and manage leave roster and register.
• Key role between GFC / Municipality and all external service providers to ensure no interruptions with regards to any electricity/ water or services rendered to the abattoir.
• Be available on call-out and work on weekends or when necessary to insure optimal performance of team and effective running of the plant.
• Implement ongoing shop-floor system and measurement of all departments against set standards.
• Optimize labour and supervision to ensure all personnel are utilized effectively and adjust needs as plant requirements change.
• Sales / Marketing / Processing / Finance/ Farm Services partnerships to optimize communication / service level agreements and potential of all internal departments contribution towards success of the business.
• Capex requirements and planning in conjunction with the Abattoir Manager.
• Ensure best practices are implemented across all shifts.

Budgets and Administration

• Prepare and administer department budget within established guidelines for maintenance and repair of building and equipment.
• Management of the Engineering/ Maintenance spend against budget through daily review of budget vs. actual financial reports.
• Provide input to the Abattoir Manager to co-create and commit to an appropriate budget during the annual budgeting process.
• Authorize stores requisitions and provide initial sign off of invoices prior to submission to the Abattoir Manager.
• Work with the Administration department to ensure accurate reporting.
• Co-ordinate and sign off on processing submission of all required documentation for inclusion in the information systems.
• Ensures that all Engineering/ Maintenance staff, keep timecards and other routine records (Leave planning etc.) and all relative documentation is submitted and authorized as per procedures.
• Organizes meetings with all staff, prepare month end reports to Abattoir Manager.

Planned throughput

• Design, implement and maintain preventive as well as predictive maintenance programs.
• Oversee full wastewater treatment and refrigeration systems.
• Manage all municipal & legal compliance issues i.e., lock out/tag out, confined space, etc.
• Maintain plant quality performance standards.
• Responsible for all of the engineering department safety related matters.
• Provide on and off-hour emergency response including equipment repair, damage control, and assignment of support personnel as needed.
• Facilitates waste disposal programs from the abattoir.
• Keeps up on technological changes such as retrofitting machinery to meet today’s new laws and efficiency standards.

Project Management

• Oversees Capital Expenditure items including equipment purchases, contracted labour and in-house construction and fabrication projects.
• Gives input to the Abattoir Manager on the feasibility of projects by analysing technology, resource needs and market demands to ensure that project is feasible.
• Works with the Abattoir Manager to ensure that the requirements of internal customers are met and to prepare accurate project specification for implementation of projects.
• Ensure necessary manpower is available to smoothly implement projects on time and within the agreed budget.

Repairs and Renovations

• Assist with the renovations of existing equipment and the construction of new facilities as part of the project team.
• Present any new technologies or best practices within the Poultry Industry.

Other

• Any other duties as may be required by management.

Skills Required

• Computer literate (Advanced Microsoft Office, incl. Advanced Excel).
• Ability to provide expertise, advice, and guidance around the operation of abattoir machinery.
• Technical-minded.
• People Management skills.
• Excellent planning skills.
• Strong administration and reporting skills.
• Must be a Team player.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication skills.
• Analytical thinking.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and trustworthy.