Farm Manager - Mixed Farming Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package with incentives

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Generous annual leave and retirement

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg seeks an experienced Farm Manager to oversee mixed farming operations, combining crop production and livestock management. You will plan and execute farm activities, manage resources and personnel, and drive productivity and profitability in Gauteng.

The role requires a track record of leadership and strong knowledge of sustainable farming practices, with proficiency in relevant software and budgeting tools to support decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, or a related field.
• At least 6 years progressive experience in farm management, with a strong background in mixed farming.
• Demonstrated success in managing both crop and livestock enterprises.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in farm management software and financial planning tools.
• Knowledge of current agricultural technologies and sustainable farming practices in Randburg.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational plans for crop planting, cultivation, harvesting, and livestock husbandry.
• Manage farm staff, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance oversight.
• Oversee budget management, cost control, and financial reporting for farm operations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant agricultural regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines.
• Maintain and improve farm infrastructure, equipment, and machinery, ensuring operational efficiency.
• Monitor crop health and livestock conditions, implementing appropriate management interventions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Crop production

Livestock management

Resource management

Budget management

Financial reporting

Sustainable farming practices

Farm management software

Financial planning tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Master's degree in Agriculture/related field

Tools

Farm management software

Financial planning tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Farm Manager to oversee comprehensive mixed farming operations in the Randburg vicinity. This role demands strong leadership and a broad understanding of both crop production and livestock management. You will be responsible for the strategic planning and day-to-day execution of all farm activities, ensuring productivity, profitability, and adherence to best practices. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to manage resources, personnel, and diverse agricultural systems effectively within the Gauteng agricultural landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational plans for crop planting, cultivation, harvesting, and livestock husbandry.


• Manage farm staff, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance oversight.


• Oversee budget management, cost control, and financial reporting for farm operations.


• Ensure compliance with all relevant agricultural regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines.


• Maintain and improve farm infrastructure, equipment, and machinery, ensuring operational efficiency.


• Monitor crop health and livestock conditions, implementing appropriate management interventions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, or a related field; Master's preferred.


• At least 6 years of progressive experience in farm management, with a strong background in mixed farming.


• Demonstrated success in managing both crop and livestock enterprises.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.


• Proficiency in farm management software and financial planning tools.


• Knowledge of current agricultural technologies and sustainable farming practices in Randburg.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with performance-based incentives.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training.


• Generous annual leave and retirement benefits.


• A challenging and rewarding management role in a dynamic agricultural setting in Gauteng.