Farm Operations Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Housing allowance

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking an experienced Farm Operations Supervisor to oversee daily agricultural activities and lead a team of farm workers.

You will coordinate planting, cultivation, harvesting, and maintenance, ensure safety policies, monitor crop health, and manage inventories while aligning with production goals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in farm operations or supervisory roles.
• Strong knowledge of crop production cycles, soil management and basic pest control.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team of farm workers effectively.
• Practical understanding of farm machinery operation and maintenance.
• Basic literacy and numeracy for record-keeping and task management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of farm laborers and assign tasks.
• Ensure planting, cultivation and harvesting follow plan and schedule.
• Oversee maintenance of equipment, machinery, and infrastructure.
• Enforce farm safety policies to ensure a secure environment.
• Manage inventory of supplies, seeds, fertilizers and consumables.
• Monitor crop health and report significant issues to farm manager.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Machinery operation

Literacy & numeracy

Crop production

Tools

None

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and proactive Farm Operations Supervisor to oversee daily agricultural activities on their farm located in Mahikeng . This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth and efficient execution of planting, cultivation, harvesting, and general farm maintenance tasks. You will lead a team of farm workers, ensuring that all operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in line with the farm's production goals. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with a practical understanding of farming operations and a commitment to excellence in agricultural production in the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of farm laborers, assigning tasks and monitoring progress.
• Ensure that all planting, cultivation, and harvesting operations are carried out according to plan and schedule.
• Oversee the maintenance of farm equipment, machinery, and infrastructure, reporting any issues promptly.
• Implement and enforce farm safety policies and procedures to ensure a secure working environment.
• Manage inventory of farm supplies, seeds, fertilizers, and other consumables.
• Monitor crop health and progress, reporting any significant issues to the farm manager.

Requirements

• Proven experience in farm operations or a supervisory role within the agricultural sector.
• Strong knowledge of crop production cycles, soil management, and basic pest control.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team of farm workers effectively.
• Practical understanding of farm machinery operation and maintenance.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for record-keeping and task management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Accommodation or a housing allowance may be provided.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and skill development.
• A stable work environment contributing to the agricultural output of Mahikeng .