Citrus Production Manager

Vine Recruitment; Clanwilliam; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural recruitment agency is looking for a Citrus Production Manager in Clanwilliam, Western Cape. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of citrus production, including planting, irrigation scheduling, and labor management. A background in agriculture, along with strong communication and leadership abilities, is essential for this role. Excellent Excel skills are also needed. This position offers an opportunity to lead in a dynamic agricultural environment.

Qualifications

• Post-matric qualification in agriculture with at least 4 years of experience in citrus cultivation.
• Knowledge of modern production practices and irrigation methods.

Responsibilities

• Plant citrus and schedule irrigation.
• Manage labor, recordkeeping, transport, and maintenance.
• Control costs while focusing on productivity.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Agricultural qualification

Job description

Citrus Production Manager position available Clanwilliam.

Requirements:

• Post-matric with a Agricultural qualification, with at least 4 years experience in cultivation of citrus
• Knowledge of modern production practices
• Specific knowledge / experience in irrigation practices
• Good leader and communicational skills
• Excellent Excel skills

Key Responsibilities:

Production:

• Plant citrus, schedule irrigation, apply fertilizer, pest, plague and weed control, prune, harvest, monitoring, all manipulations

Personnel and administration:

• Labor planning and management, recordkeeping, plan transport and accommodation, maintenance

Financial:

• Cost control by focusing on productivity.