Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a Fruit Receiving and Degreening Manager to join our team at Venco, where you will be responsible for daily planning and operations, managing staff and Forklift fleet, and achieving agreed business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures: Design, develop and implement relevant business policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that the work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner throughout the organization.
- Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Fruit Receiving: Bin counts communicated to production planner. Investigate and compile bin transaction movements to ensure system matches physical. Management of the drench (Cleaning and correct dosage of chemicals to use).
- Forklifts: Management of forklifts (Fruit receiving, packhouses & local Market).
- Venco planning: Ensure empty and full crates are scheduled to be delivered and collected, ensure bins from Venco are clean. Ensure all loadouts to Venco matches the system.
- Ensure that degreening process is followed as per company guidelines.
- Housekeeping: Ensure good housekeeping is followed in degreening rooms and that the ozone machine is used daily in degreening rooms. Ensure bins are clean from dust and rotten fruit when loading out to growers.
- Ensure all stock detail (PUC, orchard, variety, EU status) corresponds with phytclean.
- Ensure quick turnaround time for loading and off-loading trucks for the farmers.
Requirements
- 3 – 5 years experience at a junior management level.
- Agriculture or perishable goods knowledge is preferred.
- Must be innovative and detail oriented.
- Capable of managing multiple and high-priority tasks.
- Strong interpersonal skills to develop good working relationships at various levels.
- Strong organizational skills to ensure that daily operations run efficiently.
- Ability to manage processes effectively and meet firm deadlines.
Qualifications
No specific qualifications mentioned in the original job description.
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About Agriculture/Fisheries/Aquaculturist Jobs in Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape region in South Africa offers a promising career landscape for individuals interested in the agriculture, fisheries, and aquaculture sectors. These fields are typically driven by a growing demand for food security, sustainable livelihoods, and eco-tourism, making them attractive industries to work in.
Typically, salaries for professionals in these fields range from R400 000 to R1,5 million per annum, depending on factors such as experience, industry sector, and company size. For example, agricultural specialists may earn lower salaries than aquaculture experts with specialized knowledge of water management systems. Salaries can also vary widely within the same industry sector, with larger companies often offering higher compensation packages.
Common skills required for roles in agriculture, fisheries, and aquaculture include a strong foundation in natural sciences such as biology, chemistry, or environmental science; experience with farm management, crop protection, or water quality monitoring; proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software; and excellent communication and project management skills. Additionally, knowledge of sustainable practices, climate change mitigation, and policy development is often highly valued.
The Eastern Cape region is home to a diverse range of industries that commonly employ agriculture, fisheries, and aquaculture professionals, including organic farming, aquaculture, horticulture, and eco-tourism ventures. These sectors often require expertise in areas such as integrated pest management, water conservation, or sustainable land use planning.
Career progression for individuals working in these fields can be influenced by factors such as academic qualifications, relevant work experience, and specialized skills. Typically, entry-level positions may involve supporting roles such as farmhand, research assistant, or fisheries technician, while more senior roles could include agricultural specialist, aquaculture consultant, or environmental manager. Opportunities for career development may arise through participation in professional associations, networking events, or pursuing further education or training certifications.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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