Job Description

Responsible for the profitable management of the silo in Barkly-West, Northern-Cape. Further, a Silo Manager is responsible for overseeing the storage, handling, quality control, and movement of grain or other bulk agricultural products within a silo or grain storage facility.

The role ensures safe operations, accurate inventory management, equipment maintenance, and compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

Grade 12 or NQF4

Successful completion of the New Manager's Program (or relevant)

Proven industry management experience of 3-5 years is essential

All appropriate grain grading and silo operating courses are essential

Constantly adding value to the industry by reaching the organizational, operational and strategic goals

Computer Literate in MS Office

Duties and Responsibilities

Monitor flow of grain continuously

Continuous grain protection through fumigation

Monitor of grain tube temperature and report deviation to superior

Measure grain tubes according to policy and safety regulations

Responsible for input trade duties

Operate silo according to the VKB Group policy and regulations

Inventory management

Financial and administrative management

Infrastructure management

General management

Customer service

Skills

Responsible

Punctual

Conflict management skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Decision making

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Leadership skills

Time management

Closing Date 17 July 2026