Farm Labour Manager: Lead Workforce, Compliance & Growth

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 230,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Farm Labour Manager to oversee the recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling, supervision, and performance management of farm workers across Randburg sites.

The role requires knowledge of SA labour laws (BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA), strong interpersonal skills, and hands-on organizational ability to maintain compliant, productive farm operations. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of labour management experience in agriculture preferred.
• Strong knowledge of SA labour laws (BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel to Randburg farm sites; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment and selection of farm labourers, ensuring compliance with employment equity.
• Manage onboarding and induction for new employees.
• Maintain accurate employee records, including contracts, hours, and payroll information.
• Create and manage work rotas to ensure adequate staffing for all farm operations.
• Supervise farm labourers daily with clear instructions.
• Monitor performance, conduct appraisals, and address disciplinary issues promptly.

Skills

Labour management

People management

Conflict resolution

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Human Resources Management

Industrial Psychology

Related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

HR/payroll systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Farm Labour Manager to oversee the recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling, supervision, and performance management of farm workers across Randburg sites.

The role requires knowledge of SA labour laws (BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA), strong interpersonal skills, and hands-on organizational ability to maintain compliant, productive farm operations. A valid driver’s license is required.