Durban Farm Operations Leader - Sustainable & Innovative

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Farm Operations Manager for a prominent agricultural enterprise in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The role requires leadership of all farm activities, from crop planning to labor management and resource optimization, with a strong focus on sustainability and profitability.

You will oversee budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement in production processes while maintaining ecological integrity across South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Management or related field.
• Master's degree is advantageous for progression.
• Minimum 8 years progressive experience in farm management or large-scale operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive farm operational plans (crop rotation, planting, harvesting, pest management).
• Manage and supervise farm staff; provide training and set performance expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Farm management software

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

MS Office Suite

Farm management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Farm Operations Manager for a prominent agricultural enterprise in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The role requires leadership of all farm activities, from crop planning to labor management and resource optimization, with a strong focus on sustainability and profitability.

You will oversee budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement in production processes while maintaining ecological integrity across South Africa.