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Graduate (X2) (Centurion) at AFGRI Equipment
AFGRI Equipment
September 01, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Description
AFGRI is thrilled to announce two incredible opportunities for talented and driven graduates to join our Grain Management Department on an exciting 18-month Graduate Programme commencing 1 February 2027.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about agriculture, commodity markets, grain management and commercial decision-making and are looking to build a career in the agricultural sector.
The successful candidates will gain valuable practical exposure to grain management, agricultural markets, commercial analysis, risk management, grain logistics and the broader grain value chain.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Completed NQF Level 7 Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness Management, Agriculture, Economics, Finance, Risk Management, or related commercial or agricultural discipline.
Strong academic performance, particularly in quantitative, economic, agricultural or financial subjects.
Computer literacy with practical proficiency in Microsoft Excel
A valid driver's licence, or the ability to obtain one before commencement of the programme
Advantageous
The following will be considered and advantage:
Exposure to grain production, agricultural markets, commodity trading, grain logistics or silo operations
Completion of the Agricultural Products Markets Dealers Exam, or short-course exposure to
JSE agricultural derivatives
Futures and options
Hedging
Price-risk management
Vacation work, internship, job shadowing or other practical agricultural experience
Postgraduate studies in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Finance or Risk Management
What we are looking for
We are looking for graduates who are:
Analytical and comfortable working with numbers and data.
Commercially minded, with a genuine interest in agricultural markets.
Curious, eager to learn and willing to gain hands-on experience.
Strong communicators with good problem-solving skills.
Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Passionate about developing a career within the grain and agricultural industry.
Behavioural Competencies
High attention to detail and quality
Strong analytical and problemÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂsolving ability
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Adaptability, flexibility, and willingness to learn
Strong organisational skills and time management
Professionalism, integrity, and reliability
Ability to work under pressure and manage stress
Teamwork and collaboration
Commitment to continuous selfÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂimprovement
Patience and conflictÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂresolution abilities
Change readiness and proactive mindset
Closing Date: 30 September 2026
AFGRI is thrilled to announce two incredible opportunities for talented and driven graduates to join our Grain Management Department on an exciting 18-month Graduate Programme commencing 1 February 2027.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about agriculture, commodity markets, grain management and commercial decision-making and are looking to build a career in the agricultural sector.
The successful candidates will gain valuable practical exposure to grain management, agricultural markets, commercial analysis, risk management, grain logistics and the broader grain value chain.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Completed NQF Level 7 Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness Management, Agriculture, Economics, Finance, Risk Management, or related commercial or agricultural discipline.
Strong academic performance, particularly in quantitative, economic, agricultural or financial subjects.
Computer literacy with practical proficiency in Microsoft Excel
A valid driver's licence, or the ability to obtain one before commencement of the programme
Advantageous
The following will be considered and advantage:
Exposure to grain production, agricultural markets, commodity trading, grain logistics or silo operations
Completion of the Agricultural Products Markets Dealers Exam, or short-course exposure to
JSE agricultural derivatives
Futures and options
Hedging
Price-risk management
Vacation work, internship, job shadowing or other practical agricultural experience
Postgraduate studies in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Finance or Risk Management
What we are looking for
We are looking for graduates who are:
Analytical and comfortable working with numbers and data.
Commercially minded, with a genuine interest in agricultural markets.
Curious, eager to learn and willing to gain hands-on experience.
Strong communicators with good problem-solving skills.
Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Passionate about developing a career within the grain and agricultural industry.
Behavioural Competencies
High attention to detail and quality
Strong analytical and problemÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂsolving ability
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Adaptability, flexibility, and willingness to learn
Strong organisational skills and time management
Professionalism, integrity, and reliability
Ability to work under pressure and manage stress
Teamwork and collaboration
Commitment to continuous selfÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂimprovement
Patience and conflictÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂresolution abilities
Change readiness and proactive mindset
Closing Date: 30 September 2026