Area Manager

Danté Personnel Recruitment; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the agricultural sector is looking for an experienced Area Manager to lead their dynamic team. This role involves overseeing crop estimation processes, managing agricultural budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in citrus farming, strong management skills, and the ability to communicate effectively in both Afrikaans and English. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to innovative farming practices and enhance operational efficiency in a thriving environment.

Benefits

Vehicle

Benefits

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in citrus farming and 3 years in a management role.
• Valid driver's license and bilingual in Afrikaans and English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee crop estimation and collaborate with farm managers.
• Manage agricultural budget and advocate for best practices.

Skills

Management Skills

Bilingual (Afrikaans and English)

Crop Estimation

Project Management

Education

Matric

Relevant qualification or degree

Job description

R50 000 - R70 000 Basic + Vehicle + Benefits

Our client in the Agricultural industry, part of a leading international company, is seeking a experienced Area Manager to join their dynamic team Minimum requirements :

• Matric
• Relevant qualification or degree is highly beneficial
• 10 years' of experience in citrus farming
• 3 years' of experience in a management role (Area Manager or Division Manager)
• Bilingual in Afrikaans and English
• Valid drivers license

Key Responsibilities :

• Oversee the crop estimation process by collaborating with farm managers to gather necessary data, consolidating that information and coordinating with the Supply Chain team for effective planning
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to initiate, plan, coordinate and execute the following programs : Fertilization, irrigation, spraying and pruning
• Manage projects as needed to ensure successful implementation
• Develop and oversee the harvesting plan, taking on a proactive leadership role to ensure timely harvesting
• Maintain ongoing communication with supply chain and packing facilities to facilitate seamless coordination between harvesting, packing and shipping processes
• Prepare, present and manage the agricultural budget effectively
• Advocate for best practices and innovative technologies to enhance farm operations
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including HSE and audit standards
• Oversee the farm maintenance strategy to ensure optimal operational efficiency
• Establish, implement and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the designated area and team