Farm Supervisor - Vegetable Production

Placements24; Vereeniging; Presencial; ZAR 250 000 - 400 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Provident fund

On-site training and skill development

Growth opportunities

Competitive salary

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Farm Supervisor in Vereeniging, Gauteng to oversee daily vegetable farming operations, including planting, irrigation, harvesting and packing. You will lead a team of farm workers, ensure crop health and quality, and maintain equipment in a hands-on farming environment.

The role requires practical vegetable farming experience, strong leadership, good communication, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualificações

• Proven experience in supervisory roles within commercial vegetable farming operations.
• Strong knowledge of vegetable crop cultivation, growth cycles, pest and disease management.
• Experience operating and basic maintenance on farm machinery and irrigation systems.
• Ability to motivate and manage a diverse farm workforce.
• Understanding of health, safety and environmental regulations in agriculture.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Basic literacy and numeracy for record-keeping and reporting.
• Experience in Vereeniging agricultural district is advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise daily activities of farm labourers involved in planting, irrigating, harvesting and packing vegetables.
• Implement crop management plans including fertilization, pest control and weed management.
• Monitor crop growth and health, implement corrective actions as needed.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and irrigation systems.
• Oversee irrigation to ensure optimal water delivery.
• Coordinate harvesting, grading and packing to quality specs.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Assist with inventory management of seeds, fertilisers, pesticides and other supplies.
• Report daily activities, crop yields and operational challenges to management.
• Train new staff in farm operations and safety procedures.

Conhecimentos

Supervisory experience

Vegetable farming

Team management

Equipment maintenance

Ferramentas

Irrigation systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role Our client, a significant commercial farm operation in the Vereeniging, Gauteng region, is seeking an energetic and experienced Farm Supervisor to oversee daily operations for vegetable production. This hands-on role requires strong leadership skills to manage a team of farm workers, ensure the efficient cultivation, harvesting, and packing of high-quality produce, and maintain farm equipment. You will be responsible for implementing best agricultural practices, monitoring crop health, managing irrigation, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate has practical experience in vegetable farming and a keen understanding of crop management techniques in the Gauteng agricultural landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily activities of farm laborers involved in planting, cultivating, irrigating, and harvesting vegetables.
• Ensure efficient implementation of crop management plans, including fertilization, pest control, and weed management.
• Monitor crop growth and health, identifying any issues and implementing corrective actions promptly.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, ensuring they are in good working order.
• Oversee irrigation systems to ensure optimal water delivery to crops.
• Coordinate the harvesting, grading, and packing of produce according to quality specifications.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Assist with inventory management of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and other farm supplies.
• Report on daily activities, crop yields, and any operational challenges to farm management.
• Train new staff members on farm operations and safety procedures.

Requirements

• Proven experience in supervisory roles within commercial vegetable farming operations.
• Strong knowledge of vegetable crop cultivation, including planting, growth cycles, pest and disease management, and harvesting techniques.
• Experience with operating and performing basic maintenance on farm machinery and irrigation systems.
• Ability to effectively manage and motivate a team of farm workers.
• Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations in agriculture.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for record-keeping and reporting.
• Experience within the Vereeniging agricultural district is an advantage.
• A valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work with modern farming techniques.
• On-site training and skill development.
• Contribution to a provident fund.
• Positive and dynamic work environment.
• Potential for growth within a reputable agricultural enterprise.