Farm Sustainability Champion: Green Practices & Impact

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Farm Sustainability Coordinator in Mahikeng, North West, South Africa to champion environmental and social responsibility across our agricultural operations. You will assess current practices, develop improvement strategies, monitor KPIs like water and energy use, and conduct audits to ensure compliance with local standards.

The role blends office planning with on-site field coordination and community engagement, offering a meaningful career in greener farming.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Agriculture, Sustainability Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in sustainability coordination within agricultural or environmental sectors.
• Knowledge of sustainable agriculture principles, environmental regulations, and certification schemes.
• Strong data collection, monitoring, and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and training abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Proficiency in software for data analysis and reporting.
• Understanding of farming operations and challenges in the North West province is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sustainability strategies aligned with company goals and environmental best practices.
• Monitor and measure environmental performance indicators such as water usage, energy consumption, and waste.
• Conduct sustainability audits and assessments of farm operations to identify improvements.
• Research and recommend sustainable technologies, including organic farming methods and water conservation.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and certifications relevant to agriculture in South Africa.
• Develop training materials and conduct staff workshops on sustainability practices.
• Collaborate with management to integrate sustainability into daily operations.
• Engage with local communities and stakeholders on sustainability initiatives.
• Prepare regular sustainability reports for management and external stakeholders.

Skills

3+ years exp

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Agriculture, Sustainability Management, or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Farm Sustainability Coordinator in Mahikeng, North West, South Africa to champion environmental and social responsibility across our agricultural operations. You will assess current practices, develop improvement strategies, monitor KPIs like water and energy use, and conduct audits to ensure compliance with local standards.

The role blends office planning with on-site field coordination and community engagement, offering a meaningful career in greener farming.