Estate Farm Manager: Lead Operations & Growth (Accommodation)

Placements24; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation on estate

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Access to modern farm equipment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Farm Manager to oversee a large estate near Midrand. You will lead farm operations, optimize water, fertilizer, and labor usage, and drive profitability while applying modern agricultural practices in the South African context.

The role requires strong leadership, record-keeping, and financial oversight, with accommodation on the estate and opportunities for development. On-site position based in Gauteng near Midrand.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in farm management or a related leadership role.
• Agronomy, soil science, and farming technologies knowledge.
• Proven ability to lead a workforce and manage resources.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement farm management plans including crop rotation and irrigation.
• Oversee daily operations, resource use, and safety standards.
• Manage farm staff, training, and performance expectations.
• Maintain production, expense, and yield records for reports.

Skills

Farm leadership

Agronomy knowledge

Record-keeping

People management

Financial management

Education

Agricultural degree or diploma

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Farm Manager to oversee a large estate near Midrand. You will lead farm operations, optimize water, fertilizer, and labor usage, and drive profitability while applying modern agricultural practices in the South African context.

The role requires strong leadership, record-keeping, and financial oversight, with accommodation on the estate and opportunities for development. On-site position based in Gauteng near Midrand.