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" we've established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

Oversees sample taking process and ensures the grading of grain in accordance with statutory requirements


We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented team player to join our silo operations as a

Grain Grader Assistant

. In this role, you'll be responsible for overseeing the

grain sample-taking process

and ensuring the

grading of grain

is carried out in accordance with statutory and company procedures.


You'll play a vital role in protecting grain quality, supporting logistics, and ensuring that every grain delivered meets our high standards.

Requirements

Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification Experience in the

agriculture sector

will be advantageous Completion of all relevant grain grading courses through

in-service training

Computer literate

with strong administrative background Excellent

verbal and written communication skills

Thorough, precise, and accurate in execution Clear

criminal record

Traceable references

Must be committed to

adding value

to current responsibilities and continuous improvement

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct

grain grading

in accordance with statutory and VKB procedures Oversee and execute

grain intake and dispatch administration

Perform general

job-related admin

functions Handle and resolve

grading-related disputes

Successfully

complete all compulsory grain-related training courses

Support logistical and operational efficiency at the silo

Skills Required

High level of

accuracy and attention to detail

Strong

problem-solving and decision-making

skills Able to define and analyse problems quickly and effectively

Team player

- works collaboratively in a high-pressure environment

Other Information

The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion. VKB Group and/or its subsidiary companies will use any personal data collected through the job opportunities section of this website for recruitment purposes only and, should your application be successful, for purposes connected with your employment. VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.

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