Farm Manager – Apples

Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing available on-site

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Farm Manager to oversee large-scale apple orchards in Eastern Cape / Western Cape. This hands-on leadership role involves managing production, operations, and a skilled team to ensure top-quality fruit for both local and export markets. Candidates should possess a degree in Agricultural Science or Horticulture, strong knowledge of pome fruit production, and proven leadership skills. Housing is available on-site.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Agricultural Science, Horticulture, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of pome fruit production.
• Leadership skills with proven ability to manage a team of seasonal and permanent staff.
• Excellent problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of apple orchard operations, from planting to harvest.
• Implement best practices for pome fruit cultivation, crop protection, and irrigation.
• Manage and mentor farm staff to optimize productivity and maintain safety standards.
• Ensure adherence to export quality standards.
• Collaborate with agronomists and operational teams to maximize yield and fruit quality.
• Budgeting, reporting, and resource planning for large-scale operations.

Skills

Strong knowledge of pome fruit production

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Planning and organizational skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Agricultural Science, Horticulture, or related field

Job description

Location: Eastern Cape / Western Cape
Industry: Agriculture / Horticulture (Apple Orchards)
Employment Type: Permanent

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Farm Manager to oversee large-scale apple orchards. This is a hands‑on leadership role, managing production, operations, and a skilled team to ensure top‑quality fruit for both local and export markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of apple orchard operations, from planting to harvest.

• Implement best practices for pome fruit (apple) cultivation, crop protection, and irrigation.

• Manage and mentor farm staff to optimize productivity and maintain safety standards.

• Ensure adherence to export quality standards.

• Collaborate with agronomists and operational teams to maximize yield and fruit quality.

• Budgeting, reporting, and resource planning for large-scale operations.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Agricultural Science, Horticulture, or related field

• Strong knowledge of pome fruit production

• Leadership skills with proven ability to manage a team of seasonal and permanent staff.

• Excellent problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.

• Willingness to work on‑site in the Eastern Cape / Western Cape. (Housing available)