15 Jobs in Louis Trichardt

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.

More about

VKB Milling (Pty) Ltd is one of four subsidiaries of VKB Agri Processors (Pty) Ltd, the agri-processing division of the VKB Group. The VKB Group is a significant role player in the agricultural industry in South Africa and strives, through best practices, continuous improvement and world-class operations, to add meaningful value to the industry.

VKB Milling (Pty) Ltd operates white maize mills in Mokopane and Louis Trichardt in Limpopo, and Mashishing in Mpumalanga, as well as a wheat mill and bakery in Frankfort in the Free State.

The company offers employees the opportunity to utilise and develop their skills and knowledge in a challenging and rewarding work environment.

Job Description

Performs general tasks, requiring the briefest induction

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF4
• Load and offload of stock
• Keeping premises clean and tidy
• Stock control
• Able to perform hard manual labour
• Constantly adding value to the function of the job
• Able to read and understand English
• Willing to work Monday to Saturday (6-day work week)
• Willing to work nightshift

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
• Good practical skills and dexterity
• Physical fitness and stamina
• Teamwork
• Effective communication
• Attention to details
• Being able to follow instructions
• Time management and focus on quality

Skills Required

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

Job Description

• Lead and coordinate the Underground Stay in Business (SIB) civil, structural & mechanical engineering effort to meet DeBeers Group and Anglo-American standards, specifications and procedures throughout the Life of Mine (LOM).
• Maintain discipline alignment with Principal Engineer, Specialist Discipline Engineers and Section Engineering Managers.
• Support successful project delivery within cost and schedule baselines.
• Assure that all fabrication and construction quality standards are met.
• Enhance and maintain integration and teamwork between the various technical disciplines and appointed engineering consultants.
• Maintain and ensure a safe and healthy working environment.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable SHE policies and procedures.
• Encourage a culture that focuses on safety.
• Ensure safety in design is achieved through support of appropriate technical risk management interventions.
• Ensure compliance with document control standards and procedures as well as quality of documentation, drawings and associated metadata.
• Lead and ensure engineering best practice, continuous improvement and fit for purpose engineering.
• Effectively manage appointed engineering consultants.
• Effectively manage relevant team members
• Enhance and maintain integration and teamwork between the various technical disciplines and appointed engineering consultants.
• Perform technical reviews to ensure safety, technical integrity and quality; Conduct technical evaluations as required.
• Ensure optimal use of project engineering and capital budgets (Capital Efficiency). Develop a project plan and budget aligned to the pre-production project plan.
• Develop and implement project designs from detail engineering to commissioning phase and handover
• Effectively apply engineering process methodology and enforce project standards
• Participate in implementation of appropriate quality management systems to ensure delivery of high-quality projects
• Initiates, designs and develops new processes/practices and procedures to enhance project outcome
• Recognised as a technical authority pertaining to discipline specific problems
• Proactively and independently identifies and solves problems - consults others about solutions to more complex or multidisciplinary technical issues

Qualifications

• University degree/National Diploma in Engineering (Civil & Structural/Mechanical) with a minimum of 6 years' experience Project, construction, and operational experience in the mining industry
• N6 in the field of Civil or Mechanical with a Mechanical Trade Certificate plus 10 years' experience in Project, construction, and operational experience in the mining industry.
• Valid EB / Code 8 Drivers License
• Qualification in Project Management is advantageous.

Role-specific Knowledge & Experience

• Civil, mechanical and Structural Engineering applicable to project scope
• Document and Data management
• Quality Assurance during detail engineering, fabrication, construction and commissioning
• Project Scoping, planning, execution and Change Management
• Safety and Technical Risk Management
• Procurement processes
• Commissioning processes
• Computer literacy - MS Office Suite

Additional Information

• Successfully obtained a Medical Fitness certificate for underground
• The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company's pre-employment protocol such as qualifications verification, relevant psychometric and technical assessments and a clear security clearance

How To Apply

• To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.
• Preference will be given to Venetia employees who meet the criteria
• Forall internal applicants, you arerequired to complete an internal application formand attach detailed CV. This formmust be accompanied with a signature from your immediate Line Manager and Head of Department, failure to do so will render your application invalid.

Who We Are
Venetia Mine - South Africa

De Beers Group is a company with a rich history and a sparkling future.

Since 1888 our experts have searched the world for nature's most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant - for our people, our customers, and the world around us.

Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group's people, shareholders, communities and partners.

Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Background Checks
By Applying For This Job, You Provide Consent That Your Personal Details, Including Your Fingerprints, Can Be Used To Conduct Background Screening Where Appropriate. For More Information, Please Visit

Values
Put Safety First
- We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.

Be Passionate
- We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.

Pull Together
- Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.

Build Trust
- We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish

Show we Care
- The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.

Shape the Future
- We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.

To Apply
Submit applications on or before the closing date to:

Closing date:
17 October 2025
Should you not have heard from the HR Department four weeks after the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

Company Description
Bold and optimistic. You communicate openly and enjoy being part of a fantastic team with an unwavering commitment to safety.

Come and join us working at Venetia, South Africa's most valuable diamond mine. As we develop the mine underground, it is also one of the largest infrastructure projects in the country.

To push our company forwards, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who spark fresh thinking and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions.

In return, we provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions.

Job Description

• Lead and coordinate the Underground Stay in Business (SIB) civil, structural & mechanical engineering effort to meet DeBeers Group and Anglo-American standards, specifications and procedures throughout the Life of Mine (LOM).
• Maintain discipline alignment with Principal Engineer, Specialist Discipline Engineers and Section Engineering Managers.
• Support successful project delivery within cost and schedule baselines.
• Assure that all fabrication and construction quality standards are met.
• Enhance and maintain integration and teamwork between the various technical disciplines and appointed engineering consultants.
• Maintain and ensure a safe and healthy working environment.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable SHE policies and procedures.
• Encourage a culture that focuses on safety.
• Ensure safety in design is achieved through support of appropriate technical risk management interventions.
• Ensure compliance with document control standards and procedures as well as quality of documentation, drawings and associated metadata.
• Lead and ensure engineering best practice, continuous improvement and fit for purpose engineering.
• Effectively manage appointed engineering consultants.
• Effectively manage relevant team members
• Enhance and maintain integration and teamwork between the various technical disciplines and appointed engineering consultants.
• Perform technical reviews to ensure safety, technical integrity and quality; Conduct technical evaluations as required.
• Ensure optimal use of project engineering and capital budgets (Capital Efficiency). Develop a project plan and budget aligned to the pre-production project plan.
• Develop and implement project designs from detail engineering to commissioning phase and handover
• Effectively apply engineering process methodology and enforce project standards
• Participate in implementation of appropriate quality management systems to ensure delivery of high-quality projects
• Initiates, designs and develops new processes/practices and procedures to enhance project outcome
• Recognised as a technical authority pertaining to discipline specific problems
• Proactively and independently identifies and solves problems – consults others about solutions to more complex or multidisciplinary technical issues

Qualifications

• University degree/National Diploma in Engineering (Civil & Structural/Mechanical) with a minimum of 6 years' experience Project, construction, and operational experience in the mining industry
• N6 in the field of Civil or Mechanical with a Mechanical Trade Certificate plus 10 years' experience in Project, construction, and operational experience in the mining industry.
• Valid EB / Code 8 Drivers License
• Qualification in Project Management is advantageous.

Role-specific Knowledge & Experience

• Civil, mechanical and Structural Engineering applicable to project scope
• Document and Data management
• Quality Assurance during detail engineering, fabrication, construction and commissioning
• Project Scoping, planning, execution and Change Management
• Safety and Technical Risk Management
• Procurement processes
• Commissioning processes
• Computer literacy – MS Office Suite

Additional Information

• Successfully obtained a Medical Fitness certificate for underground
• The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company's pre-employment protocol such as qualifications verification, relevant psychometric and technical assessments and a clear security clearance

How To Apply

• To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.
• Preference will be given to Venetia employees who meet the criteria
• For all internal applicants, you are required to complete an internal application form and attach detailed CV. This form must be accompanied with a signature from your immediate Line Manager and Head of Department, failure to do so will render your application invalid.

Who We Are
Venetia Mine – South Africa

De Beers Group is a company with a rich history and a sparkling future.

Since 1888 our experts have searched the world for nature's most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers, and the world around us.

Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group's people, shareholders, communities and partners.

Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Background Checks
By Applying For This Job, You Provide Consent That Your Personal Details, Including Your Fingerprints, Can Be Used To Conduct Background Screening Where Appropriate. For More Information, Please Visit

Values
Put Safety First
– We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.

Be Passionate
– We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.

Pull Together
– Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.

Build Trust
– We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish

Show we Care
– The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.

Shape the Future
– We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.

To Apply
Submit applications on or before the closing date to:

Closing date:
17 October 2025
Should you not have heard from the HR Department four weeks after the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

Den Laden am Laufen halten

• Mit deinem erlernten Wissen bedienst und berätst du unsere Kundschaft.
• Wir bringen dir bei, wie du das Sortiment gestaltest und den Verkauf sowie das Marketing unserer Waren verantwortest.
• Wie du die Kassen bedienst, Abrechnungen erstellst und die Zahlen analysierst, zeigen wir dir.
• Du lernst, bei der Sortimentsgestaltung mitzuwirken, denn auch auf deine Ideen kommt es an

Genieße die Vielfalt

Erkennst du dich wieder?

• Du hast einen Hauptschulabschluss und Interesse an betriebswirtschaftlichen Zusammenhängen.
• Unsere Kundschaft zu bedienen und im Team zu arbeiten macht dir Freude.
• Du verstehst schnell, worauf es ankommt, arbeitest selbstständig und kannst dich gut ausdrücken.

Gute Gründe für uns

• Dein Start: Bei unserer Azubi-Willkommensveranstaltung im Freizeitpark und spaßigen Aktivitäten lernst du die bunte EDEKA-Welt kennen.
• Arbeitszeiten: Du profitierst von einer flexiblen Einsatzplanung für eine gute Work-Life-Balance. Hierfür informieren wir dich rechtzeitig über deinen Arbeitsplan.
• Sicherheit: Eine hochwertige Ausbildung mit sehr guten Übernahmechancen – auch in Vollzeit – bei einem zukunftssicheren Arbeitgeber. Damit du dich während deiner Ausbildung sicher fühlst, hast du eine feste Ansprechperson.
• Karriere: EDEKA-Seminare, fundierte Prüfungsvorbereitung, ausgezeichnete Förder- und Weiterbildungsprogramme – auch nach der Ausbildung – und die Möglichkeit, die Karriereleiter Schritt für Schritt bis ganz nach oben zu steigen.
• Azubi-Projekte: Unsere spannenden Azubi- und Nachwuchsprojekte bringen nicht nur jede Menge Spaß, sondern helfen dir auch in der beruflichen und persönlichen Entwicklung.
• Digitales Lernen: Unsere EDEKA next-Lernplattform ermöglicht dir, ortsunabhängig und zeitlich flexibel zu lernen. Auch das Berichtsheft ist eine digitale Plattform und steht dir für alle wichtigen Elemente deiner Ausbildung zur Verfügung.
• Die Ausbildung erfolgt in unserem EDEKA Urban 15926 Luckau, Karl-Marx-Str. 22.

Mach mehr aus deinen Talenten .

• und bewirb dich schnell und nachhaltig über WhatsApp oder unser Online-Formular. Für die Vermeidung von Postwegen bitten wir um Verständnis, dass wir alle Unterlagen in unserem Bewerbermanagementsystem erfassen und Bewerbungsmappen nicht zurückschicken.

Willkommen sind bei uns alle Menschen - unabhängig von Geschlecht, Nationalität, ethnischer und sozialer Herkunft, Behinderung, Religion, Alter sowie sexueller Orientierung.

Ein attraktiver Arbeitgeber

Mit einem Außenumsatz von rund 12,24 Milliarden Euro und rund Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeitern (einschließlich des selbstständigen Einzelhandels und fast 3.400 Auszubildenden) ist die EDEKA Minden-Hannover die umsatzstärkste von insgesamt sieben Regionalgesellschaften im genossenschaftlich organisierten EDEKA-Verbund. Sie besteht seit 1920, erstreckt sich von der niederländischen bis an die polnische Grenze und umfasst Bremen, Niedersachsen, einen Teil von Ostwestfalen-Lippe, Sachsen-Anhalt, Berlin und Brandenburg. Mehr als drei Viertel der fast 1.500 Märkte sind in der Hand von rund 640 selbstständigen EDEKA-Kaufleuten. Zum Unternehmensverbund gehören mehrere Produktionsbetriebe, darunter die Brot- und Backwarenproduktion Schäfer's, die Produktion für Fleisch- und Wurstwaren Bauerngut sowie das Traditionsunternehmen für Fischverarbeitung Hagenah in Hamburg. Die EDEKA Minden-Hannover engagiert sich wegweisend in Sachen Nachhaltigkeit und Klimaschutz. Seit über 100 Jahren ist verantwortungsvolles und nachhaltiges Handeln eines der Grundprinzipien des Unternehmensverbundes.

Du bist das Fundament für den Erfolg unseres Marktes, kennst alle Tätigkeitsfelder und meisterst eine Vielzahl abwechslungsreicher Aufgaben. Gemeinsam mit dem Team bist du für die Warenwirtschaft zuständig und unterstützt tatkräftig bei verschiedenen Abläufen in unserem Markt.

Alles frisch oder was?

• Alle Bereiche des Einzelhandels, mit Schwerpunkt in den frische- und serviceorientierten Bereichen, wirst du kennenlernen.
• Mit deinem gelernten Wissen bedienst und berätst du unsere Kundschaft.
• Wir bringen dir bei, wie du den Einkauf, das Marketing und den Verkauf der Waren verantwortest.
• Bald kannst du das Sortiment gestalten, die Waren präsentieren und Marketingaktionen planen.
• Über deine Vorschläge und Ideen freuen wir uns

Frisch ans Werk

Erkennst du dich wieder?

• Du hast einen Hauptschulabschluss und Interesse an betriebswirtschaftlichen Zusammenhängen.
• Auch ein Quereinstieg ist möglich - sprich uns gerne auf eine Umschulung an.
• Unsere Kundschaft zu bedienen und im Team zu arbeiten, macht dir Freude.
• Du kannst dich gut ausdrücken, weißt schnell, worauf es ankommt und hast eigene Ideen.
• Und: Du liebst frische Lebensmittel und weißt, wie wichtig Hygiene und Qualität sind

Gute Gründe für uns

• Dein Start: Bei unserer Azubi-Willkommensveranstaltung im Freizeitpark und spaßigen Aktivitäten lernst du die bunte EDEKA-Welt kennen.
• Arbeitszeiten: Du profitierst von einer flexiblen Einsatzplanung für eine gute Work-Life-Balance. Hierfür informieren wir dich rechtzeitig über deinen Arbeitsplan.
• Sicherheit: Eine hochwertige Ausbildung mit sehr guten Übernahmechancen – auch in Vollzeit – bei einem zukunftssicheren Arbeitgeber. Damit du dich während deiner Ausbildung sicher fühlst, hast du eine feste Ansprechperson.
• Karriere: EDEKA-Seminare, fundierte Prüfungsvorbereitung, ausgezeichnete Förder- und Weiterbildungsprogramme – auch nach der Ausbildung – und die Möglichkeit, die Karriereleiter Schritt für Schritt bis ganz nach oben zu steigen.
• Azubi-Projekte: Unsere spannenden Azubi- und Nachwuchsprojekte bringen nicht nur jede Menge Spaß, sondern helfen dir auch in der beruflichen und persönlichen Entwicklung.
• Digitales Lernen: Unsere EDEKA next-Lernplattform ermöglicht dir, ortsunabhängig und zeitlich flexibel zu lernen. Auch das Berichtsheft ist eine digitale Plattform und steht dir für alle wichtigen Elemente deiner Ausbildung zur Verfügung.
• Die Ausbildung erfolgt in unserem EDEKA Urban in 15926 Luckau, Karl-Marx-Str. 22.

Ein attraktiver Arbeitgeber

Mit einem Außenumsatz von rund 12,24 Milliarden Euro und rund Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeitern (einschließlich des selbstständigen Einzelhandels und fast 3.400 Auszubildenden) ist die EDEKA Minden-Hannover die umsatzstärkste von insgesamt sieben Regionalgesellschaften im genossenschaftlich organisierten EDEKA-Verbund. Sie besteht seit 1920, erstreckt sich von der niederländischen bis an die polnische Grenze und umfasst Bremen, Niedersachsen, einen Teil von Ostwestfalen-Lippe, Sachsen-Anhalt, Berlin und Brandenburg. Mehr als drei Viertel der fast 1.500 Märkte sind in der Hand von rund 640 selbstständigen EDEKA-Kaufleuten. Zum Unternehmensverbund gehören mehrere Produktionsbetriebe, darunter die Brot- und BackwarenproduktionSchäfer's, die Produktion für Fleisch- und Wurstwaren Bauerngut sowie das Traditionsunternehmen für Fischverarbeitung Hagenah in Hamburg. Die EDEKA Minden-Hannover engagiert sich wegweisend in Sachen Nachhaltigkeit und Klimaschutz. Seit über 100 Jahren ist verantwortungsvolles und nachhaltiges Handeln eines der Grundprinzipien des Unternehmensverbundes.

Mit der Ausbildung zur Frischespezialistin oder zum Frischespezialisten sicherst du dir gleich zwei IHK-Abschlüsse auf einmal. Mit deiner gelernten Frische-Expertise beaufsichtigst du die Warenwirtschaft und unterstützt tatkräftig bei verschiedenen Aufgaben in unserem Markt - speziell im Bereich der frischen Waren wie z. B. Obst, Gemüse, Backwaren, Käse, Fisch, Fleisch und Wein.

Mach mehr aus deinen Talenten .

• und bewirb dich schnell und nachhaltig über WhatsApp oder unser Online-Formular. Für die Vermeidung von Postwegen bitten wir um Verständnis, dass wir alle Unterlagen in unserem Bewerbermanagementsystem erfassen und Bewerbungsmappen nicht zurückschicken.

Willkommen sind bei uns alle Menschen - unabhängig von Geschlecht, Nationalität, ethnischer und sozialer Herkunft, Behinderung, Religion, Alter sowie sexueller Orientierung.

Role Purpose

Attract, acquire and retain clients by selling company products to generate new business and to provide after sales service to clients to ensure client retention, increase market share and contribute to the overall business objectives and its long-term viability.
Requirements

• 2 - 3 years' experience in a Sales/ Call Centre environment (essential)
• 2 years' experience in the insurance and/or financial services industry rendering financial advice (advantageous)
• Matric or equivalent NQF 4 qualifications
• National Senior Certificate in Finance/ Business Management and or equivalent relevant qualification
• FAIS Compliance Requirements
• Regulatory examination (RE) 5
• Driver's license and own transport (desirable)

Duties and Responsibilities

INTERNAL PROCESS

• Engage with prospective clients to highlight the features and benefits of various products based on their financial wellness needs to support and guide their decision-making process.
• Sell products in line with client's financial needs by conducting affordability analysis to achieve clients' financial goals.
• Calculated and advise on tax and legal implications of products and or changes.
• Accurately capture client information, relevant actions and sales on the systems.
• Accurately complete all administrative and reporting requirements within agreed timeframes.
• Achieve set targets on production, quality and conversion.
• Adhere to compliance requirements in the sales process in line with legislative requirements.
• Provide financial advice in line with the engagement strategy to enhance client's financial wellness.

CLIENT

• Investigate client queries within the agreed service level and ensure that client receives timeous feedback.
• Escalate client queries to the relevant department or stakeholder.
• Provide accurate information and advice to clients and stakeholders to ensure that the client receives the appropriate services.
• Provide regular reports on delivery of services against agreed service level agreements and in terms of overall customer targets. Provide authoritative, expertise and advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and internal and external stakeholders.
• Make recommendations to improve client service and fair treatment of clients within area of responsibility.
• Participate and contribute to a culture which builds rewarding relationships, facilitates feedback and provides exceptional client service.
• Proactively build and maintain client relationships by presenting our innovative and trustworthy product offerings through professional and credible Financial Advisory services.

PEOPLE

• Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers and stakeholders.
• Positively influence and participate in change initiatives.
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislation knowledge.
• Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas.
• Take ownership for driving career development.

FINANCE

• Identify solutions to enhance cost effectiveness and increase operational efficiency.
• Manage financial and other company resources under your control with due respect.
• Provide input into the risk identification processes and communicate recommendations in the appropriate forum.

As an applicant, please verify the legitimacy of this job advert on our company career page

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

Purpose of the Role

The Category & Marketing Manager: (Packaging Solutions) is responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies for packaging material within VKB's Input Retail division. The role ensures that packaging solutions meet customer and business needs while driving sales growth, managing costs, and building strong relationships with farmers, suppliers, and internal branches.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF 4 as minimum requirement
• National Diploma or Degree in Marketing/Business/Communications will be an advantage
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in marketing or sales of packaging material
• Proven track record in agricultural input retail or related field will be an advantage
• Computer literate (MS Office essential; marketing tools advantageous)
• Proficiency in Afrikaans and English
• Clear criminal record
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively within the region

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and implement regional marketing campaigns for packaging products.
• Promote packaging material to farmers and retail customers, ensuring product suitability and quality.
• Support Input Retail branches with in-store promotions, product activations, and seasonal marketing activities.
• Monitor and analyse regional market trends, customer demand, and competitor activity.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to secure quality packaging material at competitive prices.
• Conduct regular customer visits and farmer days to strengthen client relationships and drive sales.
• Provide accurate and timely feedback to management on sales performance, stock movement, and customer needs.
• Ensure packaging budgets are managed effectively and cost controls are implemented.
• Collaborate with internal departments to align packaging initiatives with overall business strategy.
• Maintain high standards of customer service and resolve queries or claims efficiently.
• Oversee marketing stock, promotional materials, and branding for packaging across the region.
• Complete required reports and administration related to marketing and sales.
• Stay updated on industry developments and participate in training and skills development activities.

Skills Required

• Strong knowledge of packaging material and related products
• Excellent communication (written and verbal)
• Relationship-building and networking skills
• Negotiation and influencing ability
• Creative problem-solving and adaptability
• Planning and organising skills
• Financial and business acumen
• Customer service orientation
• Teamwork and collaboration

Why you'll love it here:

At VKB, we live by our values:

Humble – we stay grounded and open to learning

Hungry – we're driven to grow and succeed

Smart – we work with insight and creativity

Bold – we take initiative and make things happen

Team Players – we win together

And here's more:

• You'll work with passionate people who care about farmers and communities
• No two days are ever the same—one day you're on the road, the next you're brainstorming fresh ideas
• You'll get to flex both your creative and business-savvy muscles
• You'll make a real impact in an industry that feeds the nation
• PLUS… you'll get to call Louis Trichardt home—where mountain views, mopane trees, and legendary avocados are part of everyday life

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
• Things to take note of when applying through our Career Portal.
• Use Google Chrome when accessing the portal
• Clear copy of your CV in either PDF or Word

• The CV should not have handwriting on the document

• NB Only Submit your CV on the Upload CV section of the application form and not a PDF that includes other documents such as ID, Driver's License and other documents. The application form will make provision for the candidate to upload supporting documents.

• When uploading profile picture, make sure the minimum size uploaded is 300 x 300px

Company Description
You'll make it happen.
You communicate openly and enjoy being part of a fantastic team with an unwavering commitment to safety. Come and join us working at Venetia, one of the world's greatest mines.

We're the world's leading diamond company – a unique luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion and knowledge of our people.

To push our company forwards, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who spark fresh thinking and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions.

In return, we provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions.

Job Description
The Senior Manager Mining Pre-Production (development) will be accountable for leading the mining Pre-Production team to deliver safe, sustainable productive outcomes in accordance with the business plan. Accountable for managing, directing and leading the execution of mining development together with related surface and underground activities. The role requires a strong emphasis on safety, risk management, design, engineering, procurement, cost management, scheduling, construction activities, commissioning and handover.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Take personal accountability for the Safety Leadership agenda for the Pre-Production section, exemplifying and instilling a culture of Zero Harm throughout the business, maintain and encourage a safe work environment at all times
• Lead the Pre-Production team and manage all mining personnel and resources
• Overseeing the development execution planning, engineering, scheduling, mining quality and construction activities associated with the underground development plan including raise bore activities and report on progress
• Accountable for the operation of trackless mining equipment and the full delivery from the underground Pre-production area and any underground scope awarded to the mining contractors associated with pre-production activities.
• Accountable for the preparation of the Pre-production and operational budget, authorizing payments and report performance and costs
• Identify and pro-actively manage all changes and deviations, through the relevant Change Management Process and recommend course of action to mitigate schedule and cost risks.
• Actively collaborate and integrate with internal and external stakeholders on integration matters, resource allocation, and P101 initiatives affecting the effective and efficient delivery of pre-production targets.
• Propose capital expenditure projects to expand capacity or improve operations.
• Recognize operational, technical and safety challenges, take action to prevent or overcome them, and continuously seek improvement
• Contribute to business strategy to improve the company's competitiveness, profitability and growth
• Engage with regulatory authorities to ensure company policies are met
• Oversee the recruitment and development of superintendents, supervisors, and operators, providing support and guidance to build an effective workforce
• Manage relations with trade unions

Qualifications

• University degree in Mining Engineering.
• Qualification or certification in General Management and / or Project Management - advantageous.
• Mine Managers Certificate of Competency.

Knowledge And Skills Required

• Mining Operations and Technical experience of large scale, UG mechanized mines .
• Massive mining experience in a Cave Mining Environment (Sub Level Cave, Front Cave and/or Block Cave)
• Large team leadership (5-10 direct reports with large complex teams)
• Technical areas including geology, geotechnical engineering, ventilation, hydrology, mining (pre-production and production), maintenance and engineering.
• Construction / engineering project management of medium to large sized projects
• Project & Mine Management experience of large scale mechanised UG Project &/or Mines.
• Managing partnership best practice performance with Tier 1 Mining Contractors.
• Legal appointment 3.1a

Additional Information
Who We Are: De Beers Group
Established in 1888, De Beers Group is the world's leading diamond company with unrivalled expertise in the exploration, mining, sorting, valuing, selling and marketing of diamonds. Together with our joint venture partners, we operate in more than 20 countries across six continents.

We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us.

We build partnerships and connect with our people and their communities to make a positive contribution to the wider world. We're constantly developing new ways to make an impact and build a beneficial legacy. We call it 'Building Forever' - it's fundamental to our pioneering spirit and the purposeful way we do business.

Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect
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Inclusion & Diversity
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.

Closing date: 06 October 2025

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