Join the Karan Beef team

The above-mentioned position has become vacant at our Heidelberg branch.

The Feedlot Veterinarian is responsible for the comprehensive management of animal health, welfare, and performance within intensive beef production systems. This role integrates preventative, diagnostic, and therapeutic veterinary practices while ensuring compliance with regulatory, food safety, and animal welfare standards. A critical component of this role is the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of biosecurity systems across all feedlot and satellite operations.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Registered Veterinarian with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).
• Minimum of 2–5 years’ experience in intensive animal production systems (feedlot experience preferred).
• Willingness to travel regularly to satellite operations in South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia, and liaise with export abattoirs.
• Strong computer literacy, particularly in Excel, data management, and statistical analysis.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Skills & Technical Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of infectious and production-related diseases in cattle.
• Practical application of Pathology, Epidemiology, Immunology, and Pharmacology.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving capabilities.
• Data-driven decision-making and reporting skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-performance, high-throughput environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Behavioural Competencies

• Detail-oriented and methodical
• Ethical and compliance-driven
• Resilient and adaptable
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Strong collaboration and leadership capabilities

Key Responsibilities Of This Role

• Animal Health Management
• Biosecurity Management
• Compliance, Welfare & Food Safety
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Research, Development & Technology Adoption

Main Activities Of This Role

Animal Health & Production Management

• Develop, implement, and monitor preventative animal health programs, including vaccination, parasite control, and treatment protocols.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage infectious, metabolic, and production-related diseases.
• Conduct routine clinical inspections, post-mortem evaluations, and herd health assessments.
• Optimise cattle performance through health risk management and evidence-based interventions.

Biosecurity Management (Implementation & Accountability)

• Design, implement, maintain, and continuously improve comprehensive biosecurity programs across all feedlot and satellite facilities.
• Take full ownership and responsibility for biosecurity compliance and risk mitigation.
• Establish and enforce protocols for animal movement, quarantine, visitor access, hygiene, and disinfection.
• Monitor biosecurity performance, investigate breaches, and implement corrective actions.
• Train and educate operational staff on biosecurity principles, procedures, and responsibilities.
• Ensure biosecurity alignment with animal welfare, food safety, and export market requirements.

Compliance, Welfare & Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure compliance with SAVC regulations, Animal Welfare standards, and statutory requirements.
• Support export and abattoir health programs through liaison and documentation.
• Participate in audits related to animal health, welfare, food safety, and biosecurity.

Data Management, Reporting & Technology

• Analyse health, mortality, morbidity, and treatment data to identify trends and risks.
• Maintain accurate veterinary, treatment, and medicine records.
• Utilise Excel and other digital tools for reporting, analysis, and decision support.
• Contribute to continuous improvement through data-driven recommendations.

5. Research, Development & Continuous Improvement

• Assist with internal Research & Development projects and clinical trials.
• Evaluate and support the introduction of new veterinary products, technologies, and management practices.
• Stay informed of emerging diseases, industry trends, and best practices in intensive beef production.

We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position.

Karan Beef is an equal opportunity Company and preference is given to applicants from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups.

Correspondence will only be conducted with candidates who reach the shortlist. Candidates who are not contacted within two weeks from the closing date can assume that they have not been shortlisted for an interview and they are hereby thanked for their application.

The Group Workshop & Logistics Manager, who will be based in Heidelberg, is responsible for the strategic,operational and financial management of the entire Karan Beef fleet, including cattle and feed trucks, agricultural tractors, feed cars, earthmoving equipment, farming machinery and implements. The successful candidate will ensure optimal fleet uptime, cost efficiency, safety compliance, supplier performance, and oversees the complete logistics chain, including route planning, fleet monitoring and cost analysis across all sites.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Technical or Mechanical Trade Test, Mechanical Engineering and/or(advantageous)
• At least 10 years’ experience in a Senior related role.
• Must be willing to travel from time to time.
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends.
• Must reside in or close to Heidelberg.

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Excellent management skills.
• Excellent planning abilities.
• Excellent numerical skills
• Excellent time-management skills
• Excellent problem solving skills

Competencies:

• Strong negotiator
• Detail-oriented
• Proactive
• Pressure resilient
• Friendly, patient and helpful
• Self-motivated and honest
• Presentable
• Customer-centric
• Assertive

Duties include but are not limited to:

1. Fleet Technical Management and Procurement
   Ensures the effective maintenance, repair, and operational readiness of the full fleet—including trucks, tractors, feed vehicles, and farming machinery—through structured workshop oversight, preventative maintenance planning, and minimizing fleet downtime across all sites. The incumbent is also responsible for the purchasing of new vehicles for the Group
2. Logistics & Route Planning
   Oversees all logistics functions by having oversight over the planning of efficient routes, allocating fleet resources, coordinating vehicle movements, and monitoring real‑time fleet performance to ensure timely and cost‑effective delivery of cattle, feed, and operational equipment. Includes safeguarding of assets against potential risks.
3. Supplier & Procurement Management
   Manages supplier relationships and procurement activities, including sourcing parts, machinery, and services; negotiating contracts; evaluating vendor performance; and ensuring reliable, cost‑effective supply to support fleet and workshop operations.
4. Fuel Management
   Controls all aspects of fuel usage across sites by monitoring consumption, managing fuel contracts, ensuring accurate reporting and stock integrity, and driving initiatives that reduce waste, prevent losses, and optimize overall fuel efficiency.
5. Financial Management & Cost Control
   Leads financial oversight of fleet and logistics operations by preparing budgets, authorizing capital expenditure, analysing operating costs, and implementing cost‑saving measures that improve financial performance and equipment return on investment. The Employee will also be responsible for Managing the parts store as well as managing regular stock takes.
6. Compliance & Safety
   Ensures adherence to all safety, legal, and regulatory requirements by enforcing fleet compliance standards, maintaining documentation, conducting safety meetings, and promoting a culture of safe working practices in workshops and logistics operations.
7. Leadership & People Management
   Provides leadership across multi‑site technical and logistics teams by setting direction, developing staff, managing performance, fostering teamwork, and ensuring personnel are aligned, motivated, and equipped to support operational excellence.

We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position.

Karan Beef is an equal opportunity Company and preference is given to applicants from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups.

Correspondence will only be conducted with candidates who reach the shortlist. Candidates who are not contacted within two weeks from the closing date can assume that they have not been shortlisted for an interview and they are hereby thanked for their application.

The above-mentioned position has become vacant at our City Deep Branch.

The successful candidate will be a motivated individual, with strong analytical skills and meet the following requirements:

Requirements:

• B.Com (Internal Audit or Accounting) Degree
• Membership with IIA
• CIA – Certified Internal Auditor – must requirement
• 4-6 years Internal audit experience (FMCG or Agriculture would be advantageous)
• Thorough understanding of best practice in internal audit, finance and operations and risk management
• Strong knowledge of the IIA Standards, COSO framework, and internal control best practice
• Strong project management and multi-task skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Afrikaans
• Ability to engage at various levels within the organisation
• Attention to detail and good analytical skills
• Deadline driven
• Ability to influence others
• Resilience and agility
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office). A working knowledge of Business Central would be an added advantage
• Must have own car, valid driver’s licence and be able to travel within the group

Duties will include, but will not be limited to the following:

• To plan and execute engagements in accordance with the IIA standards and annual audit plan
• Conduct process walkthroughs to understand business processes, identify key risks
• Develop comprehensive audit programs and perform audit testing in line with IIA standards and internal methodology
• Evaluate and advise on adequacy and effectiveness of controls and governance processes to ensure alignment with company objectives
• Prepare audit reports with findings and practical, cost-effective recommendations ensuring operational efficiencies and risk mitigation
• Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s implementation of agreed action plans
• Review compliance with company policies procedures, and applicable regulations
• Ensure audit assignments are delivered within scope, timelines, and quality expectations
• Provide independent objective assurance and consulting services to the business ensuring quality and continuous improvement of the control environment and processes
• Plan and execute special reviews as required by management
• Administrative and Ad hoc duties

We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position.

Karan Beef is an equal opportunity Company and preference is given to applicants from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups.

Correspondence will only be conducted with candidates who reach the shortlist. Candidates who are not contacted within two weeks from the closing date can assume that they have not been shortlisted for an interview and they are hereby thanked for their application.

The above-mentioned position has become vacant at our Heidelberg branch.

The successful candidate must be a self-starter, hands-on, and hardworking administrator and will be in possession of the following:

Requirements:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Computer Literate
• Basic to advanced knowledge of Excel
• Computer Literate
• Conversant in both English and Afrikaans
• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail are paramount
• Must be prepared to work under pressure
• Excellent communication skills
• Administration experience would be beneficial
• Own vehicle

Duties will include, but will not be limited to the following:

Invoices & Payments:

• Verify the accuracy of supplier invoices and print where required
• Submit invoices on the Business Central system
• Ensure invoices are correctly allocated to the relevant holding stations
• Contact clients to confirm banking details prior to processing payments
• Review supplier invoices against supporting documentation
• Process payments to cattle suppliers
• Process payments for external transport services

Supplier & Vendor Management:

• Open and maintain new vendor accounts
• Obtain and manage SARS compliance certificates from clients
• Perform general cattle creditor reconciliations

Cattle Administration & Stock Control:

• Daily capturing of cattle data
• Ensure cattle transfers are accurate and balanced
• Capture and reconcile slaughter totals
• Match loads received with supplier documentation
• Maintain and reconcile holding station stock sheets

Communication & Liaison:

• Liaise with cattle buyers and farmers to resolve queries
• Resolve processing and stock-related queries with holding stations

General & Administrative Support:

• Provide relief receptionist support when required
• Perform filing and document management
• Attend to ad hoc administrative duties as required

We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position.

Karan Beef is an equal opportunity Company and preference is given to applicants from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups.

Correspondence will only be conducted with candidates who reach the shortlist. Candidates who are not contacted within two weeks from the closing date can assume that they have not been shortlisted for an interview and they are hereby thanked for their application.

The above-mentioned position has become vacant at our Abbatoir in Balfour.

The successful candidate must be a motivated individual and must be in possession of the following listed below:

Requirements:

• Minimum of a BSc in Food Science (Biotechnology) or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 5 years’ relevant work experience in the food industry, particularly in manufacturing and processing.
• Computer literate with strong analytical skills.
• Results-driven, self-confident decision-maker with proven leadership capability.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Formulate and maintain Karan Beef meat specifications.
• Track, review, and authenticate all changes to product specifications.
• Ensure all specification changes comply with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with Marketing and Sales regarding packaging design, ensuring legislative compliance of all product declarations.
• Conduct operations research, including continuous monitoring of operational standards and implementation of improvements where required.
• Participate in the development of new products and packaging as necessitated by process changes or customer requirements.
• Stay informed of new technologies to improve production processes and efficiencies.
• Propose capital expenditure for machinery and equipment where necessary.
• Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives where feasible.
• Maintain and continuously improve quality standards throughout the production and assembly process, ensuring compliance with all applicable internal, external, local, and international legislation requirements.
• Ensure all required product inspections are conducted and documented.
• Provide skills transfer, training, and mentorship to technical staff and graduate interns.

We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position.

Karan Beef is an equal opportunity Company and preference is given to applicants from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups.

Correspondence will only be conducted with candidates who reach the shortlist. Candidates who are not contacted within two weeks from the closing date can assume that they have not been shortlisted for an interview and they are hereby thanked for their application.