Maintenance Planner - VKB Milling, Christiana

VKB Agriculture; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent agricultural firm in South Africa is in search of a Maintenance Planner to ensure efficient production operations. This role requires a proactive individual skilled in planning, maintenance, and communication. Candidates should have a Grade 12 education, proficiency with the On-Key system, and knowledge of maize and wheat production. Strong organizational and decision-making skills are essential along with a clear criminal record. This position offers the opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional growth

Challenging work environment

Dynamic team atmosphere

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance planning & scheduling is a bonus.
• Knowledge in supply chain management is an advantage.
• Background in maize and wheat production is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use On-Key Maintenance Program to keep machines in good condition.
• Plan maintenance schedules and monitor conditions.
• Maintain stock levels of spare parts and procure as needed.

Skills

Confident decision-making

Clear and friendly communication

Teamwork

Strong sense of compliance

Organizing skills

Planning abilities

Education

Grade 12 or NQF4

Tools

On-Key system

Job description

Introduction

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, a wheat mill in Frankfort in the Free State as well as a maize mill in Christiana and a Wheat Mill in Modderrivier in the Northern Cape.

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

Our Values

At VKB, we live by five core values:

• HUMBLE: We acknowledge that we are blessed.
• HUNGRY: We don’t settle for mediocrity.
• BOLD: We do what is right, even when it’s difficult.
• SMART: We think carefully before we act.
• TEAM PLAYERS: We achieve more together than alone.

Maintenance Planner

Because even great machines need a great planner behind them!

We’re on the hunt for a Maintenance Planner who can keep our production wheels turning smoothly. If you love organized chaos, thrive on solving problems before they happen, and feel strangely happy around spare parts… this might just be your dream job.

Your mission

Your mission? Make sure technicians have what they need, schedules run like clockwork, and downtime stays as rare as a Monday without coffee.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF4
• Valid Driver’s License (Code B)
• Experience in maintenance planning & scheduling (bonus points!)
• On-Key system experience (another gold star!)
• Supply chain management knowledge (you’re on a roll!)
• Background in maize and wheat production (we’ll love you even more)
• Solid computer skills
• Production/industrial environment experience
• Clear criminal record
• A natural ability to add value wherever you go

Duties & Responsibilities

• Use the On-Key Maintenance Program like a pro to keep our machines happy and healthy
• Plan all the important “behind-the-scenes” stuff:
  • Condition monitoring
  • Plant start-ups
  • Lubrication routines
  • Sensory inspections
  • Scheduled component replacements
• Analyze risks like a detective—spot the issues before they become problems
• Make sure the right spare parts are always in stock
• Assist with procurement of maintenance spares
• Manage assets and keep track of spare parts like the stock wizard you are
• Keep stock levels updated and ensure critical spares are always ready to go
• Receive and issue spares with precision
• Keep the store clean, tidy, and impressively organized
• Record stock movements on a computerized system—because accuracy is your thing

Skills

• Confident decision-making
• Clear and friendly communication
• Teamwork that lifts everyone up
• Strong sense of compliance
• Organizing skills that would make Marie Kondo proud
• Planning abilities that keep the plant running smoothly

Other Information

• The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
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• 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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