Maintenance Planner - VKB Milling, Modderrivier

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is a leading agricultural enterprise, deeply rooted in the rural heartland of South Africa. Guided by more than a century of trust and innovation, VKB provides essential support and services to farmers while delivering high-quality, farm-produced food products to consumers.

Our operations span the entire agricultural value chain — from input supply and primary production to processing, logistics, and market access. Through our regional brands VKB, GWK, and NTK, we continue to grow a resilient and future-focused agri-business that contributes to food security, economic development, and community empowerment.

Built on the trust of our farmer-shareholders and the dedication of our people, VKB remains committed to sustainable progress and the development of South Africa’s agricultural sector.

More about VKB Milling

VKB Milling (Pty) Ltd is one of four subsidiaries of VKB Agri Processors (Pty) Ltd, the agri-processing division of the VKB Group.

VKB Milling operates white maize mills in Mokopane (Limpopo) and Mashishing (Mpumalanga), a wheat mill in Frankfort (Free State), as well as a maize mill in Christiana and a wheat mill in Modderrivier (Northern Cape).

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 looking for a Maintenance Planner who can keep our production wheels turning smoothly. If you thrive in organized chaos, enjoy solving problems before they happen, and find satisfaction in keeping spare parts and maintenance schedules perfectly aligned, this could be the opportunity for you.

Your Mission:

Ensure our maintenance operations run like clockwork by providing technicians with the right resources at the right time, coordinating schedules efficiently, and minimizing downtime. In short, you'll be the driving force behind reliable plant performance.

Minimum requirements:

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 4
• Valid Driver's License (Code B)
• Experience in maintenance planning and scheduling
• Experience working with the On-Key Maintenance System
• Knowledge of supply chain management principles
• Background in maize and wheat production
• Strong computer literacy
• Experience in a production or industrial environment
• Clear criminal record
• A proactive mindset with a passion for adding value

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintenance Planning

• Utilize the On-Key Maintenance System to effectively plan and manage maintenance activities.
• Coordinate and schedule critical maintenance functions, including:
  • Condition monitoring
  • Plant start-ups
  • Lubrication programs
  • Sensory inspections
  • Scheduled component replacements
• Identify and assess potential risks before they impact operations.
• Work closely with maintenance teams to ensure all planned activities are executed efficiently.

Spare Parts and Inventory Management:

• Ensure critical spare parts are always available and adequately stocked.
• Assist with the procurement of maintenance spares.
• Manage assets and maintain accurate spare parts records.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure replenishment of critical items.
• Receive, issue, and track spare parts accurately.
• Record all stock movements on the computerized inventory system.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient store environment.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• A collaborative team player who contributes positively to the workplace

• High attention to detail and commitment to compliance

• Excellent planning, organizing, and coordination skills

• Ability to prioritize tasks and perform well under pressure

• 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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