Farm Manager

Ergasia Placements; East London; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm in East London is seeking an experienced Fruit Cultivation Manager to oversee the cultivation of apples and pears. Candidates should have solid experience in pome fruit cultivation, be results-driven, and possess strong management and communication skills. This role requires maintaining compliance with agricultural regulations and managing all farming activities on a 120-hectare site.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in the cultivation of pome fruit.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations.
• Ability to drive and optimize productivity.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate apples and pears on approximately 120 hectares.
• Manage planting and maintenance of fruit trees.
• Oversee pruning and irrigation.
• Control pests and diseases.
• Select and pack ripe fruit for sale.

Skills

Communication skills

Management skills

Ability to motivate subordinates

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Minimum Requirements

Solid experience (5-10 years) in the cultivation of pome fruit.

A relevant tertiary qualification will strengthen the application.

Knowledge of the relevant regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities

The farming activities involve the cultivation of apples and pears on approximately 120 hectares.

Solid experience in the cultivation of pome fruit is a requirement, while a relevant tertiary qualification will strengthen the application.

Possess above-average communication and management skills, and will be characterised by drive, independence, and the ability to motivate subordinates and optimise productivity.

Planting and Maintenance

Planting new fruit trees and vines, along with cultivating the soil to ensure healthy growth.

Pruning and Irrigation

Pruning trees to maintain their shape and health and managing the irrigation system to provide the necessary water for the crops.

Pest and Disease Control

Spraying crops to control weeds, insects, and fungal diseases to protect the fruit.

Harvesting and Post-Harvest

Carefully selecting and picking ripe fruit, then sorting, grading, and packing it for sale or storage.

Equipment Operation

Using farm machinery and hand tools for various tasks, including cultivation, fertilizing, and harvesting.

Recordkeeping

Maintaining records related to farming activities and ensuring compliance with regulations.