Farm Operations Lead – Mixed Farming & Field Tech

Farm Manager SA; Vaalwater; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA in Limpopo is seeking an experienced farm supervisor to oversee planting, spraying, and harvesting operations. The role involves hands-on harvesting with a JD Harvester and gradually taking on cattle farming responsibilities on a progressive farm setting.

The candidate should have a farming background, be proactive, and able to motivate staff, with a valid driver’s license and computer literacy helping day-to-day management.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Agriculture is advantageous.
• Farming background is essential.
• Min 3 years farming experience.
• Experience with maize & soya cropping and cattle.
• Computer literacy required.
• Experience with large combine harvesters and planting equipment.
• Drone crop spraying experience preferred.
• Remote Pilots Licence advantageous.
• Proactive, independent, ownership mindset.
• Mechanically & maintenance oriented.
• Able to motivate staff.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planting equipment and spray programs to keep equipment in good condition.
• Supervise planting process and spraying activities.
• Personally participate in harvesting with JD Harvester.
• Begin involvement in cattle farming activities.
• Perform any other duties as needed.

Skills

Agricultural skills

Farming background

Computer literacy

Ownership & initiative

Staff motivation

Safety awareness

Valid driver’s license

Education

Diploma/Degree in Agriculture (advantageous)

Tools

Combine harvesters

Planting equipment

Drone spraying equipment

Job description

Farm Manager SA in Limpopo is seeking an experienced farm supervisor to oversee planting, spraying, and harvesting operations. The role involves hands-on harvesting with a JD Harvester and gradually taking on cattle farming responsibilities on a progressive farm setting.

The candidate should have a farming background, be proactive, and able to motivate staff, with a valid driver’s license and computer literacy helping day-to-day management.