Sappi Southern Africa

Forestry - Research Centre Tweedie

Team Leader (P12)

We are hiring!

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Team Leader - Hybrid Breeding based in Kwambonambi to manage in-field and nursery activities (including team members) for hybrid breeding in order to ensure the completion of specific projects and research experiments safely.

As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for:

• Plan and organize in-field and nursery activities on a weekly basis with both the manager and team members.
• Supervision of field crews, contractors and staff to complete daily work
• programmes.
• Conduct daily pre-work risk assessments, checklists and WSWP.
• Ensure that the correct PPE is used where necessary.
• Manage and assess the risks to staff during in field and nursery work throughput and quality on an ongoing basis to avoid injuries, loss of time and damage to equipment.
• Record data accurately and cross reference periodically to ensure accuracy.
• Report on a weekly basis with accurate and complete records.
• Be available to travel for extended periods for trials.

What are we looking for?

• Grade 12 or NQF 4 equivalent.
• One year relevant experience.
• Driver’s license.
• Basic computer skills are essential.
• Capable and willing to do physically demanding field work.
  

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
• Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
• Opportunities to travel (dependent on upon the role).
• Market leading leave benefits.
• Employee wellbeing benefits.
  

Closing Date: 14 November 2023

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Feel free to visit our website for further information www.sappi.com

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.