Farm Operations Lead — Crops & Team Supervision

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Training opportunities

Team environment

Food production impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a hands-on Farm Supervisor for our agricultural team in Tembisa, South Africa. You will oversee farm laborers, supervise planting, irrigation, weeding, and harvesting, and ensure daily operations meet quality standards.

This role requires practical farming experience, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate equipment maintenance. You will contribute to efficient crop production and a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years in a supervisory role in agriculture.
• Proven experience supervising farm laborers.
• Knowledge of crop cultivation techniques and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and coordinate daily activities of farm laborers.
• Ensure farming operations follow established protocols and quality standards.
• Monitor crop health and address pests, diseases, or nutrient deficiencies.
• Assist in maintenance and basic repair of farm machinery.
• Maintain accurate records of daily activities, labor, and inputs.
• Promote a safe working environment and enforce safety regulations.

Skills

Farm supervision

Agricultural fieldwork

Crop cultivation

Team leadership

Equipment maintenance

Record keeping

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a hands-on Farm Supervisor for our agricultural team in Tembisa, South Africa. You will oversee farm laborers, supervise planting, irrigation, weeding, and harvesting, and ensure daily operations meet quality standards.

This role requires practical farming experience, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate equipment maintenance. You will contribute to efficient crop production and a safe work environment.