Junior Logistics Operator

COFCO International is a global agri-business with a clear vision, strong values and a positive culture, focused on being a leader in the global grains, oilseeds and sugar supply chains. We provide the food the world needs in a responsible way. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, we are ambitious, with the right structures and culture to meet the world's increasing and changing needs.

With 12,000+ people in 35 countries, our global portfolio includes assets across the Americas, Europe, Africa, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We trade with over 50 nations, while providing farmers unique direct access to the growing Chinese market.

Standerton Oil Mills is seeking a reliable, safety‑conscious and multi‑skilled Logistics Operator to support logistics operations across Seed Intake, Warehouse, Oil & Meal Loading, and Weighbridge. This role requires a hands‑on individual with strong attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic production environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant movement of materials within the plant.

• Safe Operation of Logistics Equipment
• Operate logistics equipment across Seed Intake, Warehouse, Meal and Oil Loading, and Weighbridge areas in a safe, controlled, and competent manner.
• Conduct pre‑use inspections on all equipment to identify defects, hazards, or non‑conformities before operation.
• Adhere strictly to all site‑specific safety protocols, lock‑out/tag‑out (LOTO) procedures, and mandatory PPE requirements at all times.
• Immediately stop unsafe operations and escape any equipment or process abnormalities.
• Compliance With Safety, Legal, and Operational Standards
• Ensure full compliance with company safety rules, legal requirements, work permits (hot work, confined space, height work), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Actively participate in safety programmes, including risk assessments, toolbox talks, incident reporting, and Eyes on Risk observations.
• Report unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and near‑misses promptly to prevent injuries and operational interruptions.
• Product Handling, Weighing, and Documentation
• Perform accurate weighing of raw materials, finished product, by‑products, and dispatch loads according to operational guidelines.
• Complete all documentation (weighbridge slips, intake logs, dispatch records, stock movement registers) with precision and integrity.
• Ensure correct product identification, segregation, and record‑keeping supporting traceability, food‑safety requirements, and compliance audits.
• Conduct measurements such as product temperature, tank levels, and stock readings as required.
• Equipment Monitoring, Housekeeping and Minor Maintenance
• Conduct routine checks on equipment such as intake conveyors, pumps, loaders, weighbridges, and loading systems.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks where competent (e.g., tightening fittings, clearing blockages, basic troubleshooting).
• Maintain a clean, organised, and audit‑ready work environment in allocated operational areas.
• Identify and report equipment faults, lubrication issues, leaks, unusual noise, vibration, or performance deviations.
• Operational Support, Stock Control and Reporting
• Assist with receiving, storing, loading, and dispatching product in line with warehouse/logistics workflows.
• Support accurate stock‑take processes, stock rotation (FIFO), and product quality checks.
• Record operational data daily and report variances, wastage, or discrepancies to the Logistics Supervisor or Manager.
• Maintain consistent communication with relevant departments to support smooth workflow and timely…