Farm Operations Manager

UD ASSET MANAGEMENT; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

UD ASSET MANAGEMENT seeks a Farm Manager to oversee daily operations, production planning, and staff. You will supervise workers, monitor crop/livestock health, and manage irrigation, fertilization, pest control, and equipment maintenance.

The role requires experience in farm management, knowledge of standards, and the ability to manage budgets and reports. The position involves outdoor, physically demanding work in Dubai and requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Horticulture, Animal Science, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in farm management or agricultural operations.
• Strong knowledge of crop production and/or livestock management.
• Understanding of irrigation, fertilization, pest control, and farm operations.
• Experience supervising farm workers and managing daily activities.
• Knowledge of agricultural machinery and equipment.
• Understanding of health, safety, environmental, and agricultural standards.
• Experience with budgets, inventory, suppliers, and cost control.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Good leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily farm operations and production activities.
• Develop seasonal production plans and work schedules.
• Oversee crop cultivation and/or livestock operations.
• Supervise farm workers and assign daily tasks.
• Monitor crop and livestock health, quality, and performance.
• Manage irrigation, fertilization, pest control, feeding, and related activities.
• Maintain farm machinery, equipment, facilities, and infrastructure.
• Manage farm supplies, materials, inventory, and storage.
• Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
• Maintain production records, operational data, and reports.
• Monitor yields, costs, productivity, and farm performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and agricultural standards.
• Identify operational issues and implement practical solutions.
• Improve productivity, sustainability, and cost efficiency.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and management reports.
• Train staff and promote safe and effective working practices.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Diploma/Bachelor's in Agriculture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

UD ASSET MANAGEMENT seeks a Farm Manager to oversee daily operations, production planning, and staff. You will supervise workers, monitor crop/livestock health, and manage irrigation, fertilization, pest control, and equipment maintenance.

The role requires experience in farm management, knowledge of standards, and the ability to manage budgets and reports. The position involves outdoor, physically demanding work in Dubai and requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.