VKB Group – Learner Grain Grader

If you are interested in agriculture, grain quality and operational administration, the VKB Learner Grain Grader role in Tweeling offers a practical entry point into the grain industry. The position is ideal for applicants with Grade 12 or NQF4 who can work carefully with records, samples, procedures and grain grading requirements.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This Learner Grain Grader role is focused on supporting grain grading and grain administration functions at VKB Grain in Tweeling. The successful applicant will be involved in sample-taking oversight, grain grading processes, incoming and outgoing grain administration and related administrative duties.

The role is suited to someone who wants to enter the agricultural grain environment and learn how grain quality, grading procedures, statutory requirements and logistics administration are handled in practice.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit applicants who are interested in agriculture, grain handling, quality checks, administration and operational support within the grain sector.

• Applicants with Grade 12 or NQF4.
• People interested in the agriculture and grain industry.
• Applicants who are computer literate and have an administration background.
• People who are thorough, precise and accurate.
• Applicants who can communicate clearly and work well in a team.
• People who can make decisions quickly and solve basic operational issues.
• Applicants who are willing to complete all relevant grain grading courses through in-service training.

What you’ll do / learn

The successful applicant will support grain grading, administration and logistics-related functions.

• Oversee the sample-taking process.
• Ensure grain is graded according to procedures and statutory requirements.
• Support grain grading according to regulations.
• Assist with logistics functions linked to incoming and outgoing grain administration.
• Complete job-related administrative duties.
• Handle, facilitate and help resolve disputes where required.
• Complete and pass all compulsory grading-related courses.
• Support accurate records and administration linked to grain movement.

Note: This is listed as a permanent role. Applicants should confirm all employment terms directly on the official VKB Group Simplify HR listing before applying.

Eligibility requirements

Minimum requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF4.
• Experience in the agriculture sector will be advantageous.
• All relevant grading courses must be completed through in-service training.
• Computer literacy.
• Administration background.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be thorough, precise and accurate.
• Must constantly add value to the current functions of the vacancy.
• Clear criminal record.
• Traceable references.

Skills required

• Thorough, precise and accurate work style.
• Team player.
• Quick decision-making ability.
• Problem definition and analysis skills.

What grain grading work really involves

Grain grading is an important quality-control function in the agricultural supply chain. It involves checking grain samples, applying grading procedures, supporting statutory compliance, helping with documentation and ensuring that incoming and outgoing grain records are accurate.

For this application, your CV should clearly show your Grade 12 or NQF4 qualification, computer literacy, administration experience, agriculture exposure, attention to detail and ability to work accurately. If you have worked with stock, logistics, quality checks, farming, grain, records, weighbridge work or agricultural admin before, include those details clearly.

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV in PDF or Word format.
• Certified copy of your South African ID, if requested during the application process.
• Grade 12 / NQF4 certificate.
• Any agriculture, grain, administration, computer literacy, logistics or quality-related certificates, if available.
• Traceable references.
• Clear contact details, including phone number and email address.
• Make sure your CV clearly shows administration experience and computer literacy.
• Do not upload a handwritten CV.

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About the sponsor

VKB Group is a South African agricultural group that supports farmers and operates across areas of the food supply chain, including agricultural services, processing, logistics and market channels. The group includes regional brands such as VKB, GWK and NTK, with operations rooted in farming and agribusiness. More information is available on the official VKB Group website and the VKB Group careers page.

Quick tips for applicants

• Make your Grade 12 or NQF4 qualification easy to find on your CV.
• Highlight computer literacy and administration experience clearly.
• Mention any agriculture, farming, grain, logistics, stock or quality-related exposure.
• Show that you are accurate, careful and able to follow procedures.
• Include traceable references.
• Upload your CV in PDF or Word format only.
• Apply before the closing date through the official VKB Group Simplify HR page.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Applying without Grade 12 or NQF4.
• Submitting a CV that does not clearly show computer literacy.
• Not mentioning administration experience.
• Using a generic CV that does not connect your background to agriculture, grain, quality checks or logistics.
• Leaving out traceable references.
• Uploading a handwritten CV.
• Uploading one combined PDF with ID, driver’s licence and other documents in the CV upload section, instead of following the portal’s document upload fields.
• Applying late or waiting until the closing date.

Scam warning

Applicants should only apply through the official VKB Group Simplify HR application page. Do not pay anyone for a job application, interview, assessment, placement, background check, training or document submission. If someone contacts you through WhatsApp, Facebook or another platform asking for money, treat it as suspicious and verify the vacancy through the official VKB Group careers platform.

How this opportunity was verified

This post was prepared using the official VKB Group Simplify HR vacancy page for the Learner Grain Grader – VKB Grain, Tweeling role. The listing confirms the employer, job title, Tweeling location, permanent employment type, posted date, closing date, GRAIN division, business unit, agriculture industry, entry-level experience category, job purpose, requirements, duties, skills and application notes.

The closing date was listed as 01 June 2026 at the time of verification. The listing also states that the company may expire jobs at any time at its own discretion.

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How to apply

1. Open the official VKB Group Simplify HR application link below.
2. Read the full Learner Grain Grader vacancy carefully.
3. Confirm that you meet the Grade 12 / NQF4, computer literacy, administration and criminal record requirements.
4. Prepare your updated CV and supporting documents.
5. Make sure your CV highlights agriculture exposure, administration, computer literacy, accuracy and communication skills.
6. Use Google Chrome when accessing the VKB career portal.
7. Upload your CV in the Upload CV section in PDF or Word format.
8. Complete the online application through the official Simplify HR page.
9. Submit your application before the closing date.
10. Keep proof of submission or any confirmation email you receive.

Application Closing Date: 01 June 2026

VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer and actively supports the recruitment of people with disabilities. Employment Equity considerations may form part of the recruitment process.