Carpenter Assistant

**Introduction to the VKB Group**

The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.

Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.

This “house of brands” we’ve established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

**Our purpose**

**Touch lives - for the better**: We always aim to make a positive impact in people’s lives: our employees, producers, clients, communities and the larger industry. And, through collaboration with this group of people, we strive to make an even bigger and longer lasting impact in the lives of all South Africans.

**Values**

We live by five important values:
**We are HUMBLE**

We acknowledge that we are blessed

**We are HUNGRY**

We do not settle for mediocre

**We are BOLD**

We do what is right, even if it scares us

**We are SMART**

We consider our words and actions

**We are TEAM PLAYERS**

No-one can do this alone

**Our legacy**

**For the Love of the Land**: We do it all for our legacy and the love of nature, people, country, sustainability and progress.

**Requirements**:

- Grade 12 or NQF 4
- 2+ years’ experience in finish carpentry
- Willingness to learn and follow instructions
- Knowledge of power tools, including skill saw, mitre saw and jigsaw possession of basic hand of tools and construction techniques
- Willingness to work overtime when required
- Good physical condition and physically capable of lifting up to 36 kg and climbing ladders
- Strong knowledge of lumber grades and countertop materials
- Customer-focused with a service-orientated mindset
- Punctual, reliable, and hardworking
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings
- Attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Assist with cutting, measuring, and preparing materials wood and materials accurately according to project specifications and plans.
- Install cabinets, countertops, and moulding according to specs
- Set up and maintain carpentry tools, ensuring they are in safe working condition and available when needed.
- Carry tools and supplies to and from work areas
- Help maintain a clean and safe job site
- Support carpenters with installation and repairs
- Work closely with other carpenters to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.
- Learn and follow safety protocols

**Skills Required**:

- Able to adapt in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical, numeracy and interpersonal skills
- Good computer literacy, with the ability to function at an advanced level in
- Excel Ability to function independently in a team and accept responsibility

**OTHER INFORMATION**
- The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
- 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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