Agricultural Operations Supervisor

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Career growth

Sustainability focus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Agricultural Operations Supervisor to support the management team on our client’s farm near Tembisa, Gauteng. The role combines hands-on supervision of field activities with oversight of planting, cultivation, harvesting and maintenance to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

You will supervise farm labourers, coordinate equipment, enforce health and safety protocols, and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory role within agriculture.
• Understanding of crop management and irrigation relevant to Gauteng.
• Ability to communicate instructions and motivate a team.
• Basic knowledge of farm machinery maintenance.
• Excellent organization and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Supervise farm laborers and ensure efficient workflows.
• Monitor crop health and report issues to Farm Manager.
• Ensure activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Schedule and deploy farm equipment and machinery.
• Maintain daily logs of activities, labor hours and resource use.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Agricultural knowledge

Team motivation

Communication skills

Record-keeping

Tools

Machinery operation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent Agricultural Operations Supervisor to support the management team in their operations near Tembisa . This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth execution of day-to-day farming activities, focusing on efficiency and compliance. You will be directly involved in supervising field activities, coordinating labor, and ensuring that established protocols for planting, cultivation, harvesting, and general maintenance are followed meticulously. The ideal candidate will possess practical agricultural knowledge and strong supervisory skills, with the ability to foster a positive and productive work environment for the farmhands under their charge. This role offers a blend of hands‑on work and supervisory responsibility within a growing agricultural enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the work of farm laborers in various agricultural tasks, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Monitor crop health and growth, reporting any issues or deviations from expected progress to the Farm Manager.
• Ensure all farming activities are conducted in accordance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Assist with the scheduling and deployment of farm equipment and machinery.
• Maintain accurate daily logs of activities, labor hours, and resource usage.
• Uphold quality standards throughout the growing and harvesting processes.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a supervisory role within an agricultural setting is essential.
• Good understanding of common farming practices, crop management, and irrigation systems relevant to the Gauteng region.
• Ability to effectively communicate instructions and motivate a team of agricultural workers.
• Basic knowledge of farm machinery operation and maintenance.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for record-keeping.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Performance incentives based on operational efficiency and yield.
• Exposure to diverse agricultural practices and technologies.
• Contribution to a company committed to sustainable farming in Tembisa .
• Potential for career advancement within the organization.