Farm Manager – Apples

Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd; South Africa; Sur place; ZAR 400 000 - 700 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Housing available on-site

Résumé du poste

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Strong knowledge of pome fruit production

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Planning and organizational skills

Organizational skills

Formation

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

Description du poste

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)