Citrus Production Lead: Grow & Optimize Yields

Suiderland Plase; Buffeljagsrivier; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Suiderland Plase, a leading citrus grower and exporter in the Western Cape, seeks a Citrus Production Manager for its Buffeljags River operations near Swellendam.

You will oversee planting, irrigation scheduling, fertiliser and pest control, harvest, and monitoring, while guiding labour, administration, and maintenance to drive productive outcomes.

Strong leadership, communication, and Excel proficiency are essential, with a minimum of three years citrus cultivation experience.

Qualifications

• Post-matric with a relevant tertiary qualification in agriculture.
• At least 3 years experience in the cultivation of citrus.
• Knowledge of modern production practices.
• Experience in irrigation practices advantageous.
• Good leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel).

Responsibilities

• Production: Plant citrus, schedule irrigation, fertiliser and pest control, prune, harvest and monitor operations.
• Personnel and administration: Labor planning, recordkeeping, transport and accommodation planning, maintenance of equipment and orchards.
• Financial: Cost control with a focus on productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Irrigation knowledge

Education

Post-matric qualification in agriculture

Tertiary qualification in agriculture

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Suiderland Plase, a leading citrus grower and exporter in the Western Cape, seeks a Citrus Production Manager for its Buffeljags River operations near Swellendam.

You will oversee planting, irrigation scheduling, fertiliser and pest control, harvest, and monitoring, while guiding labour, administration, and maintenance to drive productive outcomes.

Strong leadership, communication, and Excel proficiency are essential, with a minimum of three years citrus cultivation experience.