Assistant Depot Manager

Reference: 11039 NB
Consultant: Nine Broodryk

Job Description:

• Assist the Depot Manager with the day-to-day operational management of the depot.
• Support the efficient running of depot operations to ensure productivity and service delivery.
• Contribute to the maintenance of a safe working environment and compliance with health and safety standards.
• Assist with ground preparation, silo bag layout, and measurement activities.
• Support grain storage and handling operations, particularly relating to wheat.
• Monitor operational processes to ensure efficiency and minimise downtime.
• Assist with preventative maintenance planning and implementation.
• Supervise and coordinate staff activities within the depot.
• Support stock control, administration, and operational record-keeping.
• Assist with identifying and managing operational risks within the agricultural environment.
• Contribute to planning and problem-solving to ensure smooth depot operations.
• Support the management of On-Farm Depots (OFDs) where applicable.

Qualifications:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Agriculture.
• Certification in Fumigation.
• Certification in Wheat Grading.
• Health and Safety accreditation.
• 3–5 years’ experience as a Silo Bag Assistant Depot Manager or in a similar grain storage/depot operations role.
• Strong operational and agricultural background.
• Experience within grain handling, storage, or wheat-related operations.
• Strong staff supervision and people management skills.
• Good administrative and record-keeping abilities.
• Preventative maintenance mindset with experience in operational efficiency.
• Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Understanding of operational and safety risks within the agricultural sector, particularly wheat production and storage.
• Experience with On-Farm Depots (OFDs) would be advantageous.

How to Apply:

• Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
• If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
• We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
• Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.

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