Grain Farm Operations Lead — Hands-On Management

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career advancement

Overtime pay

Uniform provided

Safety equipment provided

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Farm Operations Supervisor in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will lead field crews, coordinate planting to harvesting, and ensure safe, efficient day-to-day farm operations.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years in large-scale grain production, strong leadership and machinery proficiency, and a practical grasp of agronomy and safety standards. Weekend work may be required; valid driver's license is essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in large-scale agricultural operations, grain production focus.
• Proven experience supervising field crews and managing daily farm activities.
• Solid understanding of crop husbandry, agronomy principles, and grain cultivation best practices.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining agricultural machinery (tractors, harvesters, planters, etc.).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Basic knowledge of farm safety regulations and procedures.
• Flexible hours, including weekend work during peak seasons in Gauteng.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise farm laborers and machine operators in grain production.
• Oversee land preparation, planting, crop maintenance, pest/weed control, and harvesting.
• Ensure proper operation, maintenance, and repair of farm machinery and equipment.
• Enforce safety protocols on the farm to ensure a safe working environment.
• Monitor crop progress and field conditions and report issues to the farm manager.
• Manage allocation of resources to optimize efficiency.
• Assist in planning and scheduling farming activities across the season.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and production targets.
• Maintain daily records of activities, labor hours, equipment usage and yields.
• Collaborate with farm management to achieve overall objectives in Vereeniging.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Organizational skills

Crop husbandry

Agronomy principles

Machinery operation

Safety knowledge

Flexibility

Driver's license

Tools

Tractors

Harvesters

Planters

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Farm Operations Supervisor in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will lead field crews, coordinate planting to harvesting, and ensure safe, efficient day-to-day farm operations.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years in large-scale grain production, strong leadership and machinery proficiency, and a practical grasp of agronomy and safety standards. Weekend work may be required; valid driver's license is essential.