Executive Farm Operations Leader - Innovation & Growth

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive health benefits

Company vehicle

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Farm Operations Manager to oversee extensive farming activities in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. This executive role requires strategic leadership, tracking efficiency, and driving profitability across a large land portfolio.

The candidate will lead a team of farm managers and workers, implement sustainable practices, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance while adopting new technologies to optimize operations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Agricultural Management, Agribusiness, Agronomy, or related field.
• Minimum 12 years of progressive farm management experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Extensive experience managing large-scale agricultural operations, preferably in KwaZulu-Natal.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day farm operations, including crop production, livestock management, and infrastructure maintenance.
• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to achieve production targets, cost efficiencies, and profitability.
• Manage budgets, control operational expenses, and optimize resource allocation for ROI.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of farm managers, supervisors, and workers to foster high performance.
• Implement best practices in sustainable agriculture, environmental stewardship, and health and safety standards.
• Oversee procurement of inputs, equipment, and services with favorable supplier terms.
• Monitor crop cycles, livestock health, and market trends to inform decisions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards and company policies.
• Drive innovation and adoption of new technologies to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Prepare operational reports, performance analyses, and forecasts for senior management.

Education

Master's degree in Agricultural Management, Agribusiness, Agronomy, or related field

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Farm Operations Manager to oversee extensive farming activities in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. This executive role requires strategic leadership, tracking efficiency, and driving profitability across a large land portfolio.

The candidate will lead a team of farm managers and workers, implement sustainable practices, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance while adopting new technologies to optimize operations.