Farm Operations Manager - People, Stock & Systems

Farm Manager SA; Plettenberg Bay; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA in Plettenberg Bay seeks an experienced farm manager to lead operations across stock, pasture and fodder programs. The role involves coordinating teams, optimizing resources and maintaining robust farm systems for smooth daily activities.

The ideal candidate will have strong agricultural management experience, fluent in English and Afrikaans, a valid driver's license, and proven ability to source value farm purchases while liaising with the accounting team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large work teams.
• Stock management experience with horses/cattle.
• Pasture management including alien species clearing.
• Fodder production experience.
• Ability to liaise with accounting team and participate in meetings.
• Ability to create robust management systems for farm operations.
• Ability to source farm purchases at best value.
• Computer literacy with Excel and Word.

Skills

Excel

Word

Driver's license

English fluency

Afrikaans fluency

Mechanical experience

Staff management

Stock management

Pasture management

Alien species clearing

Fodder production

Accounting liaison

Management systems

Sourcing farm purchases

Compost experience

Worm farming

Avocado orchard experience

Job description

Farm Manager SA in Plettenberg Bay seeks an experienced farm manager to lead operations across stock, pasture and fodder programs. The role involves coordinating teams, optimizing resources and maintaining robust farm systems for smooth daily activities.

The ideal candidate will have strong agricultural management experience, fluent in English and Afrikaans, a valid driver's license, and proven ability to source value farm purchases while liaising with the accounting team.