FARM MANAGER – VEGETABLE FARMING

Farm Manager SA; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA is seeking a Vegetable Farm Manager to oversee operations on a vegetable farm. The role requires supervising a team, managing irrigation systems, and ensuring efficient ground preparation and maintenance.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of vegetable farm management experience, strong record keeping, and a valid driver’s license. Experience with markets/retailers is a plus.

Qualifications

• Agricultural Diploma or similar qualification is advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years of vegetable farm management experience.
• Experience with markets and retailers is advantageous.
• Irrigation management experience is required.
• Ground preparation and irrigation equipment maintenance experience.
• Mechanical aptitude to assist with repairs of implements.
• Strong record keeping abilities.
• Ability to lead and manage a team.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Skills

Irrigation management

Team leadership

Record keeping

Mechanical orientation

Education

Agricultural Diploma

Job description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma highly advantageous
• Min of 3 years previous vegetable farm management experience
• Previous experience working with markets and retailers advantageous
• Irrigation management experience
• Ground preparation and maintenance of irrigation equipment
• Being mechanically orientated with ability to assist with repairs of implements
• Strong record keeping skills
• Ability to work with and manage a team effectively
• Valid driver's licence

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.