Precision Ag Farm Foreman: GPS & VRT Leadership

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Farm Foreman in the Upington region to lead daily farm operations, focusing on GPS-guided machinery, VRT, and data-driven decision making. You will oversee planting, irrigation, harvesting, and task planning, while mentoring a crew and ensuring safety and efficiency.

The role requires hands-on experience with precision agriculture tools, strong leadership, and the ability to optimize crop performance using data and modern farming practices.

Qualifications

• Experience as Farm Foreman, Farm Supervisor, or similar role.
• Demonstrated experience with precision agriculture technologies (GPS, VRT, GIS, farm management software).
• Ability to operate and maintain sophisticated farm machinery.
• Strong knowledge of crop production principles and practices.
• Leadership and communication skills to manage a farm team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily farm activities including planting, cultivation, irrigation and harvesting.
• Operate and maintain precision agriculture equipment such as GPS tractors and sprayers.
• Apply variable rate fertilisers, pesticides, and water based on data.
• Collect, manage and analyse farm data related to crop performance and soils.
• Ensure safe operation of machinery and maintain records of inputs and yields.
• Train farm workers on new technologies and best practices.
• Monitor crop health and plan tasks to optimize resources.
• Maintain records of activity, inputs, yields, and technology usage.
• Adhere to safety protocols and environmental standards.
• Troubleshoot precision ag equipment and software issues.

Skills

Farm supervision

Precision agriculture

GPS

VRT

Data analysis

Leadership

Problem-solving

Tools

GPS-enabled tractors

GIS

Farm management software

Precision ag equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Farm Foreman in the Upington region to lead daily farm operations, focusing on GPS-guided machinery, VRT, and data-driven decision making. You will oversee planting, irrigation, harvesting, and task planning, while mentoring a crew and ensuring safety and efficiency.

The role requires hands-on experience with precision agriculture tools, strong leadership, and the ability to optimize crop performance using data and modern farming practices.