Job Description

BKB is currently seeking an experienced and reliable Biosecurity Practitioner who will be responsible for the Auction Biosecurity Plan at the group’s various auction venues, and will oversee compliance with the Biosecurity Rules for Livestock Agents (published in Government Gazette No. 43900 on 13 November 2020, Board Notice 135 of 2020).

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE:

• Bachelor of Health Science in Veterinary Technology (BHSc; BVSc; BVetNurs) or relevant qualification
• Registered with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC)
• At least 3 years’ experience in the animal health field
• Extensive knowledge of all relevant Legislative and Regulatory frameworks regarding animal health

SKILLS:

• Ability to work independently combined with excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Time management skills
• Good computer literacy
• Decision-making skills
• Ability to manage teams

COMPETENCIES:

• Drive and energy
• Persuasion
• Flexibility
• Initiating action
• Impact and influence

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Implementation of a reliable and accurate Auction Biosecurity Plan at each auction venue, and ensure compliance with the latest Biosecurity Rules for Livestock Agents. The plan must ensure that all actions at each auction venue are carried out in accordance with an auditable and traceable process.

• Ensure that the following legislation is adhered to:
  •       Animal Disease Act 35 of 1984
  •       Animal Identification Act 6 of 2002
  •       Stock Theft Act 57 of 1959
  •       Animal Protection Act 72 of 1962
  •       Agricultural produce Agents Act 12 of 1992 and rules of conduct
• Ensure that the documentation of all animals entering the demarcated biosecure areas at auctions venues has been verified, and that their identification and health status has been confirmed.

• Ensure that only persons who have been decontaminated to the satisfaction of the Biosecurity Practitioner are allowed to enter the demarcated biosecure area at auctions venues.

GENERAL

• Before offloading of an animal at an auction, to ensure that the registered brand belongs to the owner, check the brand marking certificate and the ID of the owner and driver/ transporter where applicable.
• Ensure that all documentation of animals, before entering the biosecure area, have been verified, identification and health status has been confirmed.
• Any suspicious animal, or an animal that does not comply with marking requirements, or a suspected stolen animal must immediately be reported to the local Stock Theft Unit (SAPS).
• Responsible for biosecure areas to be clearly demarcated with specific access points, and notice boards to give guidance of biosecurity protocols to be followed.
• Ensure that all movement of third parties in biosecure areas are subject to the biosecure protocols (included in the Biosecurity Plan) and must be diligently recorded, monitored, and managed.
• Attend to Covid-19 protocols in accordance to ‘The Covid-19 Directions Regarding Livestock Auctions’
• Arrange cleaning and disinfection of biosecure areas after every auction.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the legislative and regulatory requirements related to Animal Diseases
• Contribute to the delivery of programs and advisory services to achieve intended outcomes, compliance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures
• Provide feedback and information on animal health related issues with the intend to assist in monitoring, evaluation, reporting and improvement
• Undertake project activities which increase the capacity of customers to manage and deal with biosecurity issues
• Support delivery of compliance programs to ensure legislated biosecurity obligations including pest and disease management and livestock traceability meet national performance standards
• Update and maintain records and databases to ensure that all information is accurate and that records are maintained in accordance with relevant policies and procedures

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Job Description

Here at BKB, we want to do things differently. We have to, because the world is changing, and we want to keep up. Our people, no matter their position, are the ones to do this. We are looking for forward thinkers who want to make a difference.

The purpose of the job is to remove excess wool from overweight bales to create bags which are destined for the bin blending department. Create bags on the Talman system and capture the weight of the wool that was removed. Ensure that all information (i.e. on the system and bag) is correct and legible. Promote optimum production levels are maintain on the on the OM floor.

We have to get serious for a bit. We need: 

• Grade 12
• 2 years warehouse experience.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Be prepared to work overtime and shifts when required to do so.
• Be prepared to work under pressure for long hours.
• Be physical able to move wool bags  

KEY FUNCTIONS: 

Workflow and transporting of bags:

• Control conveyer to supply OM lines 6 and 7 with wool bales.
• Transport overweight bags to the Binning and Blending department
• Place overweight bag identification forms deep into the bags, so that it does not fall out accidentally.

Handling of overweight bags:

• Ensure that all information on the overweight bag identification form is correct and legible.
• Ensure that the correct identification details accompany the relevant bag of wool.
• Place overweight bag identification forms deep into the bags so that it does not fall out accidentally.

Correcting overweight bales:

• Remove the minimum required amount of wool so that the bales adhere to prescribed industry approved guidelines.
• Ensure that the wool is always identifiable, and that the information is always correct and legible.
• Ensure that all bales are closed properly and neatly after word was removed.

Recordkeeping and data capturing:

• Preliminary data capturing of wool producer details and references are done in the overweight record book provided.
• Follow the prescribed work procedure to create overweight bags on the Talman system.

Marking Bales:

• Ensure all farmer descriptions in a lot are the same and comply with the system.
• Any discrepancies with regards to bale markings should be reported to the line manager, immediately.
• Only the correct reference number should be written on the bale. Incorrect reference numbers must be scratched out.
• Only permitted to work with blue ink.

Quality Control:

• Compliance with applicable ISO standards
• Ensure that all the machinery in the Wool store is repaired and kept in a working condition.

 Ad Hoc:

• Perform any other ad hoc activities/duties/tasks/ as requested by the supervisor or management in the plant (BKB)
• Assist and follow any and verbal instructions that is being given by management/supervisor.

Health and safety:

• Always maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Report any safety hazards in the working environment to your supervisor/management.
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities.

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Job Description

Here at BKB, we want to do things differently. We must, because the world is changing, and we want to keep up. Our people, no matter their position, are the ones to do this, We are looking for forwarding thinkers who want to make a difference.

To maintain the integrity of the financial accounting function in accordance with sound accounting practices, company policy and legislative requirements. To facilitate financial integration of new acquisitions and provide financial support to subsidiaries.

We offer a competitive Total Cost to Company salary which includes, medical aid, retirement benefits and above average leave.

We need:

• Degree in Accounting or equivalent qualification, i.e. (B Com Accounting and/or Management Accounting)
• Honors Degree / Articles strongly recommended
• 2-3 years’ relevant financial experience
• Knowledge of General Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• Knowledge of Internal Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Knowledge of budgeting processes
• Understanding financial accounting and treasury
• Understanding of computerized financial systems

Competencies

• Initiating action
• Good communication abilities
• Time management
• Quality orientated
• Strategic decision making
• Stress tolerant
• Team success
• Technical & Professional skills

Skills

• Excellent administration skills
• Strong analytical/problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Good time-management skills
• Good conflict management skills
• Strong computer literacy

Key responsibilities of this role

• Financial management
  • Develop and maintain financial accounting processes and procedures
  • Implement and maintain sound internal controls
  • Oversee the management accounting and internal control processes and procedures
  • Identify financial accounting risks and develop and implement mitigating strategies
  • Attend to audit queries
• Budgeting
  • Establish and maintain a budgeting system and assist with setting up the planning parameters
  • Manage and control the annual planning and budgeting process
  • Prepare the budget
  • Interface and train users regularly regarding budget control and variance reports
• Financial administration
  • Prepare statutory returns (i.e. VAT, PAYE, SDL and RSC)
  • Verify the General Ledger, accruals and control accounts
  • Review local reconciliations before payments can be made
  • Review Creditors on a monthly basis
  • Prepare journal file and financial month-end pack
  • Verify and authorise Forex differences
  • Review alignment of contractual payment conditions with budgets and forecasts
  • Control commitments against budget
  • Manage cost control workflow
  • Ensure that work measurements are correctly accrued and accredited
• Financial reporting
  • Report on all cost activities (e.g. budget, forecasts) and on work in progress in line with company policies, legislation and GAAP
  • Report on variances between budgets, commitments and expenditure
  • Assist with refining and enhancing financial reporting for the organisation
  • Implement reporting software
  • Deadline driven
• Leadership
  • Manage the designated area within time and budget
  • Plan, select, develop, and maintain suitable manpower capabilities for area of responsibility.
  • Supervise, develop, lead and maintain a motivated and high-performance team
  • Identify and timeously address problems and opportunities
  • Provide direction in respect of decision making
  • Facilitate and resolve conflicting issues or requirements
  • Ensure compliance with relevant legal and statutory requirements and internationally accepted environmental, health, safety and quality standards