FARM MANAGER – CATTLE/ FEEDLOT AND CROPPING

Farm Manager SA; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA in South Africa seeks a capable livestock farm supervisor with strong cattle experience to lead a dedicated team on a mixed cattle and cropping operation. The ideal candidate holds an Agricultural Diploma/Degree (advantageous) with at least 4 years’ livestock farming experience, plus feedlot exposure, Logix literacy, and proven admin skills. Strong stockmanship and effective communication are essential, along with a valid driver’s license and the ability to motivate staff.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Agriculture is advantageous.
• 4+ years’ experience in livestock farming.
• Experience with feedlots is essential.
• Strong stockmanship and maintenance orientation.
• Solid admin and record-keeping capabilities.
• Proficient in verbal and written communication.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Skills

Team leadership

Stockmanship

Admin and record keeping

Verbal and written communication

Motivating a team

Computer literacy (Logix)

Maintenance orientation

Valid driver’s license

Education

Agricultural Diploma/Degree advantageous

Job description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree advantageous
• Previous Stud and commercial cattle farming experience essential
• Min of 4 previous years’ experience in livestock farming
• Previous feedlot experience essential
• Ability to AI advantageous
• Previous cropping experience
• Computer literate – experience with Logix program
• Maintenance orientated
• Strong stockmanship
• Strong admin and record keeping skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work with and motivate a team
• Valid driver’s license

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted