Job Description

Introduction to the VKB Group
The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.
Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.
This house of brands weve established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.
Our purpose
Touch lives for the better: We always aim to make a positive impact in peoples lives: our employees, producers, clients, communities and the larger industry. And, through collaboration with this group of people, we strive to make an even bigger and longer lasting impact in the lives of all South Africans.
Values
We live by five important values:
We are HUMBLE
We acknowledge that we are blessed
We are HUNGRY
We do not settle for mediocre
We are BOLD
We do what is right, even if it scares us
We are SMART
We consider our words and actions
We are TEAM PLAYERS
No-one can do this alone
Our legacy
For the Love of the Land: We do it all for our legacy and the love of nature, people, country, sustainability and progress.
More about QPro Feeds
QPro Feeds is a dynamic animal feed manufacturing company with facilities in Bethlehem and Vrede, servicing both in-house and external clients. We are looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented HR Assistant to support the Human Resources function, contributing to the success of our people and operations.

The ideal team player will gain hands-on experience and grow within the mechanical and metal fabrication industry. You will support our skilled boilermakers in the fabrication, assembly, and installation of boilers, tanks, and pressure vessels.
Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Technical training or apprenticeship in metal fabrication or welding preferred
• Minimum 12 months of relevant experience in a mechanical, fabrication or construction environment
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

• Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently
• Support boilermaker with cutting, welding, grinding and fitting metal parts
• Perform minor welding, tacking and fitting under supervision
• Clean and maintain work areas, machinery and tools
• Assist in testing and inspecting finished assemblies for leaks/defects
• Support boilermaker with project planning and documentation as required
• Maintain inventory of tools and materials and report shortages
• Hold or position parts during welding and fitting processes
• Perform other duties as directed by the boilermaker or supervisor

• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Ability for follow instructions and work under supervision

• Team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Safety-conscious and compliant with site safety procedures.