Farm Manager

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation or housing allowance

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Training & development

Career stability

Direct impact on food production

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Farm Manager to oversee operations at a facility in Pretoria. You will lead daily farm activities, manage a team of laborers, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations to drive efficient production and profitability.

You will supervise machinery, monitor crops, and manage budgets, inventory, and records. The role requires hands-on leadership in agriculture with a focus on quality and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Farm Manager or in a supervisory role in agriculture.
• Strong knowledge of crop production, soil management, and pest/disease control.
• Experience leading a team and overseeing farm operations.
• Familiarity with farm machinery operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and supervise daily farm activities, including crop cultivation, irrigation, pest control, and harvesting.
• Manage and lead a team of farm laborers, providing training, guidance, and performance feedback.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of farm machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Manage farm resources, including budget, inventory, and supplies, to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental regulations on the farm.
• Monitor crop performance and soil health, making adjustments to management practices as needed to optimize yield and quality.
• Maintain accurate records of farm activities, production, and expenses.

Skills

Farm management

Team leadership

Crop production

Soil & pest control

Tools

Farm machinery operation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Farm Manager to oversee operations at their facility in Pretoria . This role is essential for ensuring the efficient and profitable production of crops, managing a team of farm workers, and maintaining the highest standards of agricultural practice. You will be responsible for all aspects of daily farm operations, from planning and planting to harvesting and post-harvest management, ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a comprehensive understanding of agricultural techniques, and a hands-on approach to managing complex farm activities within the agriculture and forestry sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and supervise daily farm activities, including crop cultivation, irrigation, pest control, and harvesting.
• Manage and lead a team of farm laborers, providing training, guidance, and performance feedback.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of farm machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Manage farm resources, including budget, inventory, and supplies, to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental regulations on the farm.
• Monitor crop performance and soil health, making adjustments to management practices as needed to optimize yield and quality.
• Maintain accurate records of farm activities, production, and expenses.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Farm Manager or in a similar supervisory role in agriculture.
• Strong knowledge of crop production, soil management, and pest/disease control.
• Experience managing a team and overseeing farm operations.
• Familiarity with farm machinery operation and maintenance.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a physically demanding environment and outdoors in various weather conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• On-site accommodation or housing allowance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• A stable and rewarding career in the vital agricultural sector.
• Direct impact on food production and land stewardship.