Assistant Silo Manager (Swellendam)
Sentraal-Suid Co-operative Ltd
Swellendam, Western Cape
Permanent
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Posted 19 September 2025 - Closing Date 03 October 2025

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Job Description

Description
SSK currently has the following career opportunity at their Grain Department in Swellendam. For this position, we are looking for a person with at least 5 years of experience in a similar position. The ideal candidate will act as a supportive role for the Silo Manager and will assist in handling and storing grain in a silo and silo bag storage environment. The ideal candidate must be trained and have experience in grading the various grain types, especially winter grain crops.

Responsibilities
  • Grain receiving and shipping procedures
  • Grain fumigation, storage, and silo management practices
  • Supporting the Silo Manager with hygiene and site maintenance
  • Supporting the Silo Manager with the fumigation plan
  • Supporting the Silo Manager with quality and inventory administration
  • Supporting the Silo Manager with quality and inventory control
  • Assisting with shift work at the various silo locations
  • Assisting with miscellaneous inventory and record keeping
  • Assisting with the coordination and supervision of subordinates
  • Adhering to Occupational Health and Safety procedures on site
Requirements
  • At least a Matric (Grade 12) qualification
  • Relevant post-school qualification/ experience
  • Relevant experience in managing budgets and costings
  • Computer skills (MS Office) and numerical skills
  • Good interpersonal and negotiation skills
  • A mechanical and/ or technical aptitude
  • A valid Code EB (Code 8) driver's license
  • A willingness to work long hours in seasonal times
  • Physical ability to function in a silo environment
Please regard your application as unsuccessful if you do not receive feedback within one month of the closing date. SSK reserves the right not to fill any position. SSK is an equal-opportunity employer.