Farm Manager - Large-Scale Maize & Livestock, Accommodation

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation on or near farm

Professional development support

Medical aid and retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a prominent agricultural enterprise in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, to find an experienced Farm Manager. You will oversee maize production, livestock operations, and all farm activities, while leading staff and ensuring profitability.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of crop and animal husbandry, and a commitment to sustainable farming practices in KwaZulu-Natal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Animal Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive farm management experience in large-scale maize and livestock.
• Experience with farm machinery, irrigation systems, and equipment.
• Staff supervision, leadership, and resource management skills.
• Knowledge of crop science, animal husbandry, soil science, and IPM.
• Experience with budgeting and cost analysis.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency with farm management software and office tools.
• Willingness to work long hours including weekends; valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of Durban and KwaZulu-Natal agricultural context.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual farming plans for large-scale maize production.
• Oversee day-to-day livestock management and welfare.
• Manage all farm machinery, irrigation, and infrastructure.
• Supervise and train farm staff ensuring safety.
• Monitor crop growth and livestock health using data.
• Implement soil conservation, water management, sustainability.
• Manage farm finances: budgeting, costs, records.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental regs.
• Source inputs and manage inventory.
• Report farm performance to senior management.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Resource management

Crop science

Animal husbandry

Soil science

Pest management

Budgeting

Data analysis

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Tools

Farm management software

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a prominent agricultural enterprise in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, to find an experienced Farm Manager. You will oversee maize production, livestock operations, and all farm activities, while leading staff and ensuring profitability.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of crop and animal husbandry, and a commitment to sustainable farming practices in KwaZulu-Natal.