Farm Manager - Operations Oversight

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Farm Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at an agricultural facility in Richards Bay. The role requires hands-on leadership to maximize productivity, ensure workforce health and safety, and uphold high standards of crop cultivation and animal husbandry.

You will drive strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation, while mentoring staff and maintaining equipment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in farm management or a senior agricultural operations role.
• Strong knowledge of crop science, soil management, and pest control techniques.
• Experience with budget management and resource allocation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a demanding, hands-on agricultural setting in Richards Bay.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all aspects of farm operations, including crop planting, maintenance, harvesting, and livestock management.
• Develop and manage farm budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources and cost control.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental regulations across the farm.
• Manage and mentor farm staff, fostering a productive and collaborative work environment.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of farm machinery and equipment.

Skills

Farm management experience

Crop science

Soil management

Pest control techniques

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and hands-on Farm Manager to oversee daily operations at their agricultural facility in Richards Bay . This role requires a leader dedicated to maximizing farm productivity, ensuring the health and safety of the workforce, and maintaining the highest standards of crop cultivation and animal husbandry. You will be responsible for strategic planning, resource management, and implementing best practices to achieve operational excellence. This is a critical on-site position for an individual passionate about efficient and sustainable farming.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all aspects of farm operations, including crop planting, maintenance, harvesting, and livestock management.
• Develop and manage farm budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources and cost control.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental regulations across the farm.
• Manage and mentor farm staff, fostering a productive and collaborative work environment.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of farm machinery and equipment.

Requirements

• Proven experience in farm management or a senior agricultural operations role.
• Strong knowledge of crop science, soil management, and pest control techniques.
• Experience with budget management and resource allocation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a demanding, hands-on agricultural setting in Richards Bay .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• On-site housing or housing allowance may be available.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development within the agricultural sector.