Strategic Farm Operations Leader – Upington

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Housing allowance

Vehicle allowance

Strategic input opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Farm Operations Manager to lead and optimize extensive agricultural operations in Upington. You will drive crop planning, irrigation strategies, and workforce management to maximize profitability while implementing sustainable practices.

Responsibilities include overseeing all farm activities, coordinating equipment usage, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations in a challenging arid-region setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related field.
• 7+ years of farm management experience with leadership responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of crop production, soil science and water management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute operational plans to meet production and financial goals.
• Oversee crop production from planning to harvest.
• Manage water resources for optimal irrigation.
• Supervise and train farm staff to ensure safety and productivity.
• Oversee maintenance and proper use of farm machinery and infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Water management

Budget management

Team supervision

Farm software

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Tools

Farm management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Farm Operations Manager to lead and optimize extensive agricultural operations in Upington. You will drive crop planning, irrigation strategies, and workforce management to maximize profitability while implementing sustainable practices.

Responsibilities include overseeing all farm activities, coordinating equipment usage, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations in a challenging arid-region setting.