Farm Operations Manager - Eastern Cape

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided on the farm

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Farm Operations Manager to lead agricultural operations near Queenstown. The role requires comprehensive oversight of all farm activities, including crop production, livestock management (if applicable), labor supervision, equipment maintenance, and resource management.

You will ensure efficient, sustainable, and profitable operations on-site. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in farm management, strong leadership, and practical agricultural knowledge.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in farm management or a similar supervisory role.
• Strong practical knowledge of crop production and/or livestock management.
• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse workforce.
• Proficient in farm record-keeping and basic financial management.
• Knowledge of farm equipment operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily farm operations, including planting, cultivation, harvesting, and animal husbandry as applicable.
• Supervise and train farm staff, ensuring productivity, safety, and adherence to standards.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of farm machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Manage resources (water, fertilizer, feed, energy) for sustainable use.
• Maintain accurate records of activities, yields, expenses, and inventory.
• Implement health, safety, and environmental protocols on the farm.

Skills

Farm leadership

People management

Record-keeping

Financial management basics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and hands‑on Farm Operations Manager to lead their agricultural operations near Queenstown in the Eastern Cape . This role requires comprehensive oversight of all farm activities, including crop production, livestock management (if applicable), labor supervision, equipment maintenance, and resource management. You will be instrumental in ensuring the farm operates efficiently, sustainably, and profitably. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities, practical agricultural knowledge, and a commitment to best practices. This is a critical on‑site role essential for the success and growth of the farming enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily farm operations, ensuring efficient execution of planting, cultivation, harvesting, and/or animal husbandry tasks.
• Supervise and train farm staff, ensuring productivity, safety, and adherence to work standards.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of farm machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Manage farm resources, including water, fertilizer, feed, and energy, ensuring optimal and sustainable use.
• Maintain accurate records of farm activities, yields, expenses, and inventory.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental protocols on the farm.

Requirements

• Proven experience (5+ years) in farm management or a similar supervisory role in agriculture.
• Strong practical knowledge of crop production techniques and/or livestock management relevant to the Eastern Cape climate and soil conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate a diverse workforce.
• Proficiency in farm record-keeping and basic financial management.
• Knowledge of farm equipment operation and maintenance.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for performance-related incentives.
• Accommodation provided on the farm.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning new agricultural techniques.
• Work within a key agricultural region of the Eastern Cape .

A vital role with significant responsibility and impact on the farm's success.