farm manager – fm2264

Farm Manager SA; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A local agricultural company in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a hands-on Farm Manager to establish and oversee a new Dorper sheep flock of 1,000. The ideal candidate will have strong management and practical farming skills, with at least 5 years of experience in the agricultural field. Responsibilities include managing all areas of a sheep farm and assisting with budgets and procurement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in agricultural field.
• Previous experience with sheep farming.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Manage all administrative & practical areas of a sheep farm.
• Set up structures, facilities & resources for running a flock of 1000 Dorper Sheep.
• Assist in procurement of sheep, manage budgets & labour.

Skills

Management skills

Organisational skills

Practical farming skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Agricultural Degree / Diploma

Job description

Bergville Area – KwaZulu Natal: An exciting opportunity is available for a hands-on Farm Manager to establish and oversee a new Dorper sheep flock of 1,000 in the Bergville area. This role requires a candidate with strong management, organisational, and practical farming skills, who can set up and run the operation from the ground up.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Degree / Diploma advantageous
• Minimum 5 years' experience in agricultural field
• Previous experience with sheep farming
• Maintenance orientated
• Ability to motivate and work with staff
• Strong communication skills
• Computer literate
• Valid driver's license

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Manage all administrative & practical areas of a Sheep farm inc but not limited to
• To set up all structures, facilities & resources required for the effecting running of a flock of 1000 Dorper Sheep
• Assist in procurement of sheep, manage budgets & labour. All practically & administratively
• Reporting including budgets & expenditure on weekly & monthly basis