Grains & Cereals Farm Ops Manager — Lead & Optimize Yield

Placements24; Southampton; Sur place; GBP 27 000 - 41 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Housing allowance or on-site housing

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Farm Operations Manager to oversee large-scale grain and cereal farming activities in the Benoni region. The role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution of planting, harvesting, and post-harvest processes to maximize yield and profitability.

You will lead a team of farm workers, manage inputs and equipment, monitor crops and soil, and ensure adherence to safety standards and sustainable farming practices.

Qualifications

• Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Management, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in farm operations, focused on grains/cereals.
• Experience in crop management, soil science, and integrated pest management.
• Experience operating and maintaining large-scale agricultural machinery.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement annual crop production plans for grains and cereals.
• Oversee field operations including planting, cultivation, and harvesting.
• Manage procurement and utilization of farm inputs, equipment, and machinery.
• Lead and supervise farm laborers and equipment operators with safety focus.
• Monitor crop progress, soil conditions, and weather, adjusting plans as needed.
• Maintain records of production, inventory, costs, and compliance.

Connaissances

Leadership

Budget management

Crop management

Pest management

Machinery operation

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Outils

Large-scale machinery

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Farm Operations Manager to oversee large-scale grain and cereal farming activities in the Benoni region. The role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution of planting, harvesting, and post-harvest processes to maximize yield and profitability.

You will lead a team of farm workers, manage inputs and equipment, monitor crops and soil, and ensure adherence to safety standards and sustainable farming practices.