Livestock Auction Logistics Lead

BKB Ltd; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

BKB Ltd is seeking an energetic Loadmaster based in Cradock to manage driving, loading/offloading livestock, and building pens for Special and Stud auctions. You will plan and coordinate auctions and oversee marketing actions and logistics across the Central region.

The role requires Grade 12, 3+ years in livestock, valid EC and PDP, and fluency in Afrikaans and English (Xhosa an advantage). Regular travel is required to cover auctions and operations.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is required.
• At least 3 years of experience in the Livestock environment.
• Valid EC license and PDP required.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English; knowledge of Xhosa is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate the truck for livestock transport.
• Load and offload livestock and build pens for auctions.
• Plan, coordinate and market livestock auctions.
• Maintain equipment and ensure gate/pen maintenance.
• Manage auction logistics, administration and wage staff.
• Coordinate advertising and procurement for catalogues and sponsors.

Skills

Livestock industry experience

EC license

PDP license

Bilingual (Afrikaans & English)

Xhosa advantageous

Education

Grade 12

Job description

BKB Ltd is seeking an energetic Loadmaster based in Cradock to manage driving, loading/offloading livestock, and building pens for Special and Stud auctions. You will plan and coordinate auctions and oversee marketing actions and logistics across the Central region.

The role requires Grade 12, 3+ years in livestock, valid EC and PDP, and fluency in Afrikaans and English (Xhosa an advantage). Regular travel is required to cover auctions and operations.