Farm Manager – Large-Scale Crop Production | On-Site Housing & Bonus

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation on the farm

Performance-based bonus

Medical aid

Provident fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Farm Manager for a major crop production operation in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. The role demands hands-on leadership to plan and oversee planting, irrigation, pest control, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.

You will lead a farm team, optimize inputs and machinery use, ensure quality standards, and drive profitability within sustainable farming practices across the farm. Accommodation may be provided.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Agriculture, Agronomy or related field as diploma or degree.
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in large-scale crop production management.
• Strong knowledge of crop physiology, soil science, irrigation, and pest management.
• Experience with modern farm machinery and technology.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Ability to develop and manage farm budgets.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with SA agricultural practices and regulations.
• Valid driver's license; willing to work long hours during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual crop production plans, crop varieties, rotations, and planting schedules.
• Supervise and manage a team of farm workers, providing training and guidance.
• Oversee soil preparation, planting, fertilization, irrigation, and pest/disease management.
• Ensure efficient use of farm machinery, equipment, and resources.
• Monitor crop growth and health, implementing corrective actions.
• Manage harvesting operations for timely collection of crops.
• Oversee post-harvest storage, handling and market preparation.
• Maintain records of farming activities, inputs, yields, and expenses.
• Implement health, safety, and environmental policies on the farm.
• Control farm budgets and manage operational costs.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Budget management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Crop physiology

Soil science

Irrigation systems

Pest management

Education

Diploma or Degree in Agriculture/Agronomy

Tools

Modern farming technology

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Farm Manager for a major crop production operation in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. The role demands hands-on leadership to plan and oversee planting, irrigation, pest control, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.

You will lead a farm team, optimize inputs and machinery use, ensure quality standards, and drive profitability within sustainable farming practices across the farm. Accommodation may be provided.