Vacancies

MANAGER: SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides professional leadership and oversight to the Human Resources Department
Coordinates and reviews the day-to-day activities of staff, ensuring compliance with the overall objectives and service quality standards of the Company
Provides consultation to the Shared Services Executive and department heads in the execution of organizational analyses
Designs, develops and coordinates, organizational development activities such as strategic planning, team building, process consultation, and management coaching.
Create and design human resources programs, services, strategies, and initiatives that are responsive to the needs of each department and integrated with overall company policy.
Monitors program efficiency, develops reporting procedures and other methods to measure success, and revises processes and procedures as necessary to improve program effectiveness.
Provides day-to-day guidance and support to management regarding human resource practices, interpretation of the human resources policies, problem resolution, and compliance with national and provincial legislation
Establishes, coordinates, and evaluates internal workflow systems and procedures as well as establishes and maintains work control systems in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Develops written departmental procedures to guide management in the application of established recruitment, employment, and compensation processes and documentation
Oversees the recruitment of management, professional, trades, and administrative support staff for all departments
Provides expert guidance and consultation to management in all aspects of the recruitment, selection, and compensation process
Develops effective and cost efficient recruitment strategies and screening for qualified applicants.
Develops relationships with educational institutions, professional organizations, and recruitment companies in order to identify potential applicants.
Educates company Executives and Departmental Managers about the Companies hiring process.
Develops annual operating budgets with relation to the Human Resource Department
Regulates compensation per department to ensure the proper classification of positions and oversee the distribution of salary analysis data to departments as necessary.
Communicates with departments on compensation programs to prepare for the impact on employees such as merit and classification salary adjustment programs.
Consults with departments in the planning stages of compensation proposals such as career progressions, market and equity salary adjustments, supplemental compensation, etc.
Conducts classification reviews to establish new or revise existing positions.
Consults with departmental managers regarding employee relations concerns and issues, such as management and employee rights and responsibilities and best practices designed to reduce conflict and litigation.
Consults with departmental managers on performance management issues, such as performance evaluation systems.
Assists with development of departments’ reward and recognition initiatives and coordinates these departments recognition initiatives in conformance with established JM policies and procedures
Provides consultation and leadership in the interpretation of employment, employee relations, and performance management policies, systems, procedures, and documentation
Develops internal protocols and procedures in accordance with existing employment law, regulations, policies, and systems.
Recommends and participates in the development and establishment of JM Human Resources related policies and procedures
Promotes JM’s organizational fitness and vitality by conducting research, analyses and studies to address significant issues and problems related to human resources as well as recommends or initiates programs, actions or services to resolve these problems.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
Knowledge of organizational development theory and practices.
Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of the nature and implementation of union bargaining agreements.
Knowledge of budgeting cost estimating, and fiscal management principles and procedures.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of human resources management principles, practices, and standards, as applied to public institutions.
Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools.
Knowledge of financial/business analysis techniques.
Employee development and performance management skills.
Knowledge of management principles and practices.
Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management
Knowledge of and skill in applying the principles, practices and procedures of human resources administration in the areas of recruitment and employment, compensation and classification, employee relations, and employee development and training.
Skill in effectively using a variety of communications processes.
Skill in facilitating meetings and delivering presentations.

JM is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments will be made in accordance with JM's Employment Equity Policy.

Please forward all applications to Thomas Msibi at 5th Floor, Administration Building, Joburg Market, City Deep. Fax to 086 602 2164 or email at tmsibi@jfpm.co.za. The closing date is 30 July 2010 at 12:00 am.

MANAGER PROJECT MANAGEMENT

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee the running of the Project Management Office in the company
Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables by defining project tasks and resource requirements
Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
Develop full scale project plans, assemble and coordinate project staff, and provide direction and support to project team
Identifies resources needed, assigns individual responsibilities and manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.
Concurrently manages multiple simple to complex projects, or portions of projects and oversee the work of permanent or contract project manages employed in the project management office.
Assists with the development process of complex projects, leads or manages the development process of smaller collaborative projects, and serves as primary or support liaison between client groups, consultants, and various company units;
Oversees the work of external consultants for assigned projects; ensures that designs are consistent with planned objectives, relevant regulations, and company standards. Effectively applies company project methodology, enforces project standards and track project deliverables using appropriate tools.
Minimizes and manages company risks related to the project.
Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
Assists in the preparation of appropriate procurement documentation and participates in the selection of consultants, contractors, vendors, and other service providers for the execution of the projects
Manages project budget, and determines appropriate revenue recognition, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing, and monitors receivables for projects.
Analyzes project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization
For assigned projects, prepares detailed reports on project progress; identifies problems, solutions, milestones, financial cost projections, and analyses.
Provides advice, training, and support to project staff as related to assigned projects.
Provide quality assurance, constantly monitor and report on progress of the project to all stakeholders
Direct work experience in project management capacity
Proven experience in people management
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Advanced project planning, management, and leadership skills
Familiarity with various project management software
Skills in workflow analysis and management, and the ability to effectively manage time and schedules.
Ability to select, evaluate, coordinate, and quality-control the activities of professional consultants.

JM is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments will be made in accordance with JM’s Employment Equity Policy.

Please forward all applications to Thomas Msibi at 5th Floor, Administration Building, Joburg Market, City Deep. Fax to 086 602 2164 or email at tmsibi@jfpm.co.za. The closing date is 11 June 2010 at 12:00 am.

WELLNESS OFFICER

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides general patient care and basic patient education.
Performs duties which indirectly support patient care such as scheduling, recordkeeping, and maintaining supplies inventories
Schedules and coordinates paperwork for patient appointments and treatments.
Reviews patient charts, obtains and records patients information and medical history and determines reasons for patient visits as and when required.
Records and reports observed symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in the patients' conditions.
Obtains patient histories and develops patient care charts, ensuring completeness and accuracy
As appropriate to the operating environment of the position, assists patients with hygiene and daily living activities such as bathing, oral care, skin care, meals, and turning in bed
Administers medications; applies sterile dressings.
Educates patients regarding health-related issues.
Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
Performs medical examinations and evaluations, diagnoses, treatment, follow-up, consultation, and health education.
Assists with emergencies and injuries on duty
Ensures that staff has adequate continuing medical and other relevant health care education
Administers a specific health care activity, such as HIV prevention and education.
Indirectly strive to reduce employee absenteeism
In cooperation with the Senior Human Resources Manager, manage the budget of the wellness centre in regards to wellness activities and the acquisition of required stock and supplies
In cooperation with the Senior Human Resources Manager, plan and execute a variety of wellness activities to improve the general physical and mental well-being of the JM employees
Maintain all relevant documents and project files for audit and inspection purposes.
Designs and facilitate in co-operation with the Skills Development Facilitator health care training programs to the benefit of all employees and the Company as a whole
Participate in planning programs and in developing specific health policies and procedures
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Relevant tertiary education and necessary registration with controlling body.
Ability to interact with employees in an occupational health care environment.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

JM is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments will be made in accordance with JM’s Employment Equity Policy.

SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepares audit plans, reviews and evaluates operations, and completes working papers to document work performed.
Performs initial and follow-up audits in accordance with professional standards.
Evaluates audit findings; prepares and presents the results of audit work and recommendations to management in the form of oral and written communications
Consults with and advises senior managers, department heads, and line managers on operational and administrative issues.
Keeps abreast of company policies and procedures, current developments in accounting and auditing professions, and changes in municipal, provincial and governmental laws, as applicable.
Monitors and evaluates programmatic and operational effectiveness, and effects changes required for improvement
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

B-Comm degree and 5 years internal audit experience
Honours degree will be an added advantage
Completed articles.

JM is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments will be made in accordance with JM’s Employment Equity Policy.

RIPENER

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To plan and control the ripening of certain fruit types (in particular bananas, paw-pas and avocados)
Determine, and ensure maintenance of the correct temperature and humidity levels in accordance with the product type and the stage in the ripening process
Keep record of quantities of produce in the ripening-rooms
Monitor instrumentation controls so that correct readings are obtained
Ensure that daily documentation are submitted to management, are counted for and filed
Experiment with environment control variables to determine their effect on ripening time and product quality-to improve quality and shelf-life to the benefit of the producer and the consumer and
Perform miscellaneous job related duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

National Diploma in Agriculture or Food Technology and
Industry specific experience will be an added advantage.

JM is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments will be made in accordance with JM´s Employment Equity Policy.

Please forward all applications to Thomas Msibi at 5th Floor, Administration Building, Joburg Market, City Deep. Fax to 086 602 2164 or email at tmsibi@jfpm.co.za. The closing date is 26 April 2010 at 12:00 am.

QUALITY ASSURANCE SUPERVISOR

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise and play a role of lead inspector for the QA Inspectors on a day-day basis and report issues to the line manager
Coordinate, monitor and approve work of QA inspectors to ensure a satisfactory and uninterrupted delivery of service to all stakeholders
Ensure products received meet statutory requirements for local market products and or approved minimum standards.
Perform and co-ordinate audits relating to the food safety programmes (e.g. cleaning, hygiene and pest control).
Coordinate all QA training activities in liaison with the Joburg Market training officer. Assist and train QA inspectors on the correct application of agricultural product standards and regulations (APS Act 119 of 1990)
Compile a concise report on weekly activities and address matters arising. Assist in the compilation of divisional reports including budget planning
Co-ordinate and update the food safety producer database
Communicate and liaise with producers, market agents and other stakeholders
Perform ad-hoc job related duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of the fresh produce industry
Knowledge and experience in product inspection and food safety systems (HACCP,etc)
3 year Degree/Diploma in a science discipline (preferably food science or related)
Minimum 3 years working experience in quality control inspection and food safety systems implementation

JM is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments will be made in accordance with JM’s Employment Equity Policy.

QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (QMS) CONTROLLER

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Control all food safety and quality management system documents (internal and external document control)
Maintain a central database and responsible person register of all QMS policies, procedures and internal audit reports with latest review dates.
Play a lead role as QMS document controller at SANAS assessment for ISO 17025 accreditation
Schedule, coordinate and execute internal audits of the food safety and quality management systems. Follow-up on audits and close-out audit findings
Analyse results of internal and external audits and make recommendations
Evaluate and improve system procedures and processes. Ensure continual improvement of food safety and quality management systems
Assist in training of staff in QMS requirements, including internal audit training
Contribute to the development and drafting of procedures and reports with regard to achieving and maintaining food safety certification and laboratory accreditation
Compilation of a producer food safety risk profile
Communicate and liaise with producers, market agents and other stakeholders
Continuously evaluate the effects of new legislation and/or latest requirements published and implement changes to address these where applicable.
Perform ad-hoc job related duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of the fresh produce/food industry
Knowledge of food safety and quality management systems, i.e. SANS 10330(HACCP), ISO 9001, ISO 17025, ISO 22000, SANS 10049/PAS 220,etc
Knowledge of quality control and laboratory processes; and the internal auditing of these processes
3 year Degree/Diploma in a science discipline plus Lead Auditor (QMS) certificate and or Internal Auditing qualification coupled with a science background.
Minimum 3 years working experience in food safety and or quality management systems
Sound experience in internal auditing of quality management systems
Prior experience of Project Administration advantageous

JM is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments will be made in accordance with JM’s Employment Equity Policy.

HALL INSPECTORS X2

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform stock take in the halls
Conduct hall and platform hygiene inspections
Authorize sales transactions within specific procedures
Provide customer service to stakeholders and
Administration duties

REQUIREMENTS

Grade 12 & Agricultural Business Qualification
Industry specific experience will be an added advantage.

JM is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments will be made in accordance with JM’s Employment Equity Policy.

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