Agricultural Operations Manager

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Career advancement opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Agricultural Operations Manager to lead extensive farming operations near East London. You will oversee land preparation, crop management, harvesting, and post-harvest handling, ensuring efficiency and profitability across the production cycle.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting expertise, and a solid understanding of modern agricultural techniques. You will manage a team of farm staff and drive sustainability and market leadership for the business.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in agricultural management with a track record in operations.
• Knowledge of crop science, soil management, pest control, and irrigation techniques.
• Proven ability to manage large teams and budgets.
• Familiarity with modern agricultural technologies and machinery.
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• A degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive operational plans for crop production, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Manage and oversee the daily activities of farm operations, including land preparation, planting, cultivation, irrigation, and harvesting.
• Supervise, train, and motivate farm staff, ensuring high levels of productivity and adherence to safety standards.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of all farm machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Manage farm budgets, control costs, and optimize resource allocation for maximum efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant agricultural regulations, environmental standards, and quality control measures.

Skills

Agricultural management

Budget management

Team leadership

Irrigation knowledge

Education

Degree in Agriculture or Agribusiness

Tools

Farm machinery

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Agricultural Operations Manager to lead and optimize their extensive farming operations based near East London . This strategic role involves overseeing all aspects of production, from land preparation and crop management to harvesting and post-harvest handling, ensuring maximum efficiency and profitability. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, a comprehensive understanding of modern agricultural techniques, and a proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively. You will be responsible for a team of farm staff and will play a critical role in driving the operational success and sustainability of the client's agricultural endeavors, contributing to their market leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive operational plans for crop production, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Manage and oversee the daily activities of farm operations, including land preparation, planting, cultivation, irrigation, and harvesting.
• Supervise, train, and motivate farm staff, ensuring high levels of productivity and adherence to safety standards.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of all farm machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Manage farm budgets, control costs, and optimize resource allocation for maximum efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant agricultural regulations, environmental standards, and quality control measures.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in agricultural management, with a strong track record in operations.
• In-depth knowledge of crop science, soil management, pest control, and irrigation techniques.
• Proven ability to manage large teams and operational budgets.
• Familiarity with modern agricultural technologies and machinery.
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• A degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, or a related field is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead significant agricultural operations.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Company vehicle and other operational allowances may be provided.
• A challenging and rewarding role within a leading agricultural enterprise.