Farm Supervisor

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Presencial; ZAR 180.000 - 300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Career advancement

Supportive community

Stable employment

Hands-on experience

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Kimberley, South Africa, is seeking a Farm Supervisor to lead farmhands, coordinate planting and harvesting, and ensure equipment and land are well maintained. The ideal candidate has practical farming experience, strong leadership, and a good understanding of crop cycles and basic machinery.

This hands-on role offers growth opportunities within a supportive agricultural community. Join Placements24 for a stable, hands-on position with potential for increased responsibilities and

Formación

• Proven experience in agricultural work with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Solid understanding of crop cultivation, soil management and farming practices.
• Ability to operate and perform basic maintenance on farm machinery.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for managing staff.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise and direct the work of farm laborers, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• Coordinate planting, cultivating, and harvesting activities according to the farm plan.
• Monitor crop health and implement basic pest and disease control measures as needed.
• Ensure farm equipment and machinery are operated correctly and maintained in good working order.
• Assist in managing inventory of supplies, seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides.
• Maintain records of farm activities, including planting dates, yields, and labor hours.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Farming experience

Crop cycles knowledge

Machinery operation

Staff management

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and motivated Farm Supervisor to assist in the day-to-day management of their agricultural operations in Kimberley . This role involves overseeing farmhands, coordinating planting and harvesting schedules, and ensuring the proper maintenance of equipment and land. The ideal candidate has practical experience in farming, strong leadership capabilities, and a good understanding of crop cycles and basic farm machinery. You will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of the farm, contributing to overall productivity and maintaining high standards of work. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to advance their career in agriculture in a hands‑on capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the work of farm laborers, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• Coordinate planting, cultivating, and harvesting activities according to the farm plan.
• Monitor crop health and implement basic pest and disease control measures as needed.
• Ensure farm equipment and machinery are operated correctly and maintained in good working order.
• Assist in managing inventory of supplies, seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides.
• Maintain records of farm activities, including planting dates, yields, and labor hours.

Requirements

• Proven experience in agricultural work, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Solid understanding of crop cultivation, soil management, and general farming practices.
• Ability to operate and perform basic maintenance on farm machinery.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for managing staff.
• Physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• A strong work ethic and reliability are essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunity to gain broader experience in farm management.
• Work within a supportive agricultural community.
• Potential for increased responsibilities and career advancement.
• Stable employment in the agricultural sector.