Agricultural Operations Manager

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking an experienced Agricultural Operations Manager to oversee diverse farming operations in the North West province. You will lead a team, plan budgets, optimize resource use, and implement best practices in crops and livestock.

The role requires strategic leadership, hands‑on agricultural knowledge, and a focus on productivity and profitability, with a hybrid work model and benefits including a company vehicle and health/retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Management, or related field.
• Significant experience in managing large-scale agricultural operations.
• Strong knowledge of crop production, pest management, and soil science.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Familiarity with modern agricultural machinery and technology used in Rustenburg.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct all aspects of farm operations, including planting, cultivation, harvesting, and livestock care.
• Develop and implement annual operating plans, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Manage a team of agricultural workers, providing training, motivation, and performance evaluation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor crop health, soil conditions, and livestock, implementing appropriate management strategies.
• Source and manage relationships with suppliers and contractors to ensure the timely delivery of inputs and services.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Tools

Modern agricultural machinery

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and results-oriented Agricultural Operations Manager to oversee and optimize the day-to-day functions of their diverse farming operations in the North West province . This role requires a blend of leadership, strategic planning, and hands‑on agricultural knowledge to ensure maximum productivity, efficiency, and profitability. You will manage a team of farm workers, coordinate resource allocation, and implement best practices in crop cultivation and livestock management. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in agricultural management and a passion for sustainable farming.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct all aspects of farm operations, including planting, cultivation, harvesting, and livestock care.
• Develop and implement annual operating plans, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Manage a team of agricultural workers, providing training, motivation, and performance evaluation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor crop health, soil conditions, and livestock, implementing appropriate management strategies.
• Source and manage relationships with suppliers and contractors to ensure the timely delivery of inputs and services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Management, or a related field.
• Significant experience in managing large-scale agricultural operations.
• Strong knowledge of crop production, pest management, and soil science.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Familiarity with modern agricultural machinery and technology relevant to operations in Rustenburg .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between on-site and remote flexibility.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing organization.
• Health insurance and retirement savings plan.