Executive Farm Ops Leader - Tech-Driven Growth & Profit

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Company vehicle

Health & retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa seeks a Senior Farm Operations Manager to lead extensive agricultural operations, from crop planning to financial oversight, ensuring profitability and sustainability.

You will manage a large team of farm managers and workers, implement advanced agricultural technologies, and drive efficiency in production, supply chain, and cost control across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Agriculture or related field.
• 10+ years of farm management experience.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Expertise in large-scale crop production, supply chain, and financial planning.
• Strong leadership and strategic planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive farm operational plans with strategic goals.
• Manage crop production from planting to harvest and pest control.
• Oversee farm equipment, infrastructure, and technology.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team of farm managers and workers.
• Develop and manage annual budgets to maximize profitability and ensure compliance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and labor regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting/Financial planning

Supply chain management

Crop production

Team management

Modern agricultural technologies

Education

Master's degree in Agriculture or related field

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa seeks a Senior Farm Operations Manager to lead extensive agricultural operations, from crop planning to financial oversight, ensuring profitability and sustainability.

You will manage a large team of farm managers and workers, implement advanced agricultural technologies, and drive efficiency in production, supply chain, and cost control across the enterprise.