Farm Operations Manager - Large Scale Production

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + incentives

Comprehensive benefits

Autonomy in role

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking a seasoned Farm Operations Manager for our client to oversee day-to-day farming activities across multiple sites. This hands-on leadership role focuses on maximizing efficiency, safety, and profitability in crop production and machinery operations.

You will lead a diverse team of farm workers, supervisors, and technicians, optimize resource allocation, and manage budgets while upholding best practices and sustainability goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in farm management, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience managing large-scale crop production operations.
• Strong knowledge of modern farming techniques, crop science, and machinery operation.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in farm management software and financial planning.
• Ability to analyze operational data and make informed decisions.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work extended hours during peak seasons.
• Familiarity with the Rustenburg, North West region is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of farm operations, including planting, cultivation, irrigation, pest control, and harvesting.
• Manage and coordinate the activities of farm personnel, ensuring efficient labor utilization.
• Develop and implement operational budgets, monitoring expenses and ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain farm machinery and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures on the farm.
• Manage inventory of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and other essential supplies.
• Ensure compliance with all agricultural regulations and standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains in farm operations.
• Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and relevant agricultural bodies.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Data analysis

Financial planning

Farm management software

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness Management, or a related field

Tools

Farm management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent agricultural producer with extensive operations in the Rustenburg, North West region, is seeking a seasoned Farm Operations Manager. This leadership role is responsible for the day-to-day management and strategic oversight of all farming activities across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing large-scale agricultural operations, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring the efficient and profitable production of crops. You will lead a diverse team of farm workers, supervisors, and technical staff, fostering a culture of productivity, safety, and adherence to best practices. The focus will be on maximizing operational efficiency, minimizing waste, and ensuring the highest quality output in alignment with market demands and sustainability goals. This is a hands-on leadership position requiring strong organizational skills and a deep understanding of modern agricultural techniques and machinery. The role is critical to the success of our client's extensive farming enterprises in the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of farm operations, including planting, cultivation, irrigation, pest control, and harvesting.
• Manage and coordinate the activities of farm personnel, ensuring efficient labor utilization.
• Develop and implement operational budgets, monitoring expenses and ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain farm machinery and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures on the farm.
• Manage inventory of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and other essential supplies.
• Ensure compliance with all agricultural regulations and standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains in farm operations.
• Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and relevant agricultural bodies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in farm management, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven experience managing large-scale crop production operations.
• Strong knowledge of modern farming techniques, crop science, and machinery operation.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in farm management software and financial planning.
• Ability to analyze operational data and make informed decisions.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work extended hours during peak seasons.
• Familiarity with the agricultural landscape of the Rustenburg, North West region is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client provides a competitive salary package, including performance incentives and a comprehensive benefits plan covering health, retirement, and disability.
• This role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to shape the future of large-scale agricultural production.
• Professional development opportunities, including management training and exposure to cutting-edge agricultural technologies, are provided.
• Join a stable and respected organization committed to agricultural excellence and operational efficiency in the heart of the North West province.