Farm Operations Coordinator

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Wine-region work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Farm Operations Coordinator to support comprehensive agricultural operations in Paarl. You will link farm management with field teams, coordinating resources, equipment, and personnel to meet production goals.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, experience in farm operations, and familiarity with records, inventory, and logistics in a dynamic farming environment in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Experience in farm operations, logistics coordination, or administrative roles in agriculture.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with farm management software or general record-keeping tools.
• Basic understanding of agricultural principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily farm activities including labor deployment, equipment usage, and task scheduling.
• Manage inventory of seeds, fertilizers, and other inputs.
• Facilitate communication between farm management, field staff, and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate farm records on planting, harvesting, and expenses.
• Support maintenance and repairs coordination for farm equipment.
• Assist with compliance with safety regulations and best practices.

Skills

Farm operations experience

Logistics coordination

Administrative role in agriculture

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Farm management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and efficient Farm Operations Coordinator to support the smooth running of their extensive agricultural operations in Paarl. This role serves as a crucial link between farm management and the field teams, ensuring that resources, equipment, and personnel are coordinated effectively to meet production goals. You will be involved in managing schedules, tracking inventory, coordinating logistics, and maintaining detailed records. The ideal candidate is proactive, possesses strong organizational skills, and has a foundational understanding of agricultural processes to contribute to operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily farm activities, including labor deployment, equipment usage, and task scheduling.
• Manage inventory of supplies, seeds, fertilizers, and other agricultural inputs.
• Facilitate communication between farm management, field staff, and external suppliers.
• Maintain accurate farm records, including planting, harvesting, and operational expenses.
• Assist with the coordination of maintenance and repairs for farm machinery and equipment.
• Support compliance with safety regulations and best agricultural practices.

Requirements

• Experience in farm operations, logistics coordination, or a similar administrative role within agriculture.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in using farm management software or general record-keeping tools.
• Basic understanding of agricultural principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic farm environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to gain broad experience across various farm operations.
• Work in a beautiful wine-producing region.
• Supportive team environment committed to agricultural success.
• Potential for growth into management roles.