Farm Manager - Sustainable Agriculture

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Accommodation or housing allowance

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Ongoing training and professional 개발

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a hands-on Farm Manager to oversee operations at a modern farm near Centurion. You will plan, execute and supervise cultivation and harvests, emphasizing environmental standards and productive efficiency in a role that blends on-site management with off-site strategic planning.

The position offers a hybrid work model, opportunities to lead staff, manage budgets, maintain equipment, and implement sustainable techniques such as crop rotation and water conservation while

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Farm Manager or in a similar supervisory agricultural role.
• Strong knowledge of crop production, soil management, and pest/disease control strategies.
• Familiarity with sustainable and organic farming principles and practices.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Ability to operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
• Proficiency in farm management software and basic accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive crop management plans, including planting schedules, irrigation, fertilization, and pest control.
• Supervise and manage farm staff, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of farm machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage farm budgets, control costs, and track inventory of supplies and produce.
• Implement and promote sustainable farming techniques, such as crop rotation, water conservation, and organic methods.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Crop production

Soil management

Pest/disease control

Farming software

Tools

Farm management software

Accounting basics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a hands-on and forward-thinking Farm Manager to oversee operations at their innovative farm located near Centurion . This role is pivotal in managing day-to-day farming activities with a strong emphasis on sustainable practices and operational efficiency. You will be responsible for the planning, execution, and supervision of all cultivation and harvesting processes, ensuring adherence to environmental standards and maximizing productivity. The position offers a blend of on-site management and off-site strategic planning, supporting a hybrid work model that allows for flexibility while maintaining critical oversight of the farm's success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive crop management plans, including planting schedules, irrigation, fertilization, and pest control.
• Supervise and manage farm staff, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of farm machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage farm budgets, control costs, and track inventory of supplies and produce.
• Implement and promote sustainable farming techniques, such as crop rotation, water conservation, and organic methods.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Farm Manager or in a similar supervisory agricultural role.
• Strong knowledge of crop production, soil management, and pest/disease control strategies.
• Familiarity with sustainable and organic farming principles and practices.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Ability to operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
• Proficiency in farm management software and basic accounting principles.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a balance between on-site and remote duties.
• Accommodation or housing allowance provided.
• Health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities in Centurion .