Head Gardener & Garden Operations Leader

Farm Manager SA; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA, in the Cape Winelands Area of the Western Cape, seeks a Head Gardener to lead our garden operation. You will inspire a large team, drive innovative projects, and elevate garden standards year after year.

This senior role requires extensive horticulture experience, strong leadership, and excellent planning. Knowledge of irrigation, drainage, tourism logistics, and contract management is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in horticulture or agriculture.
• Senior-level experience managing a garden or agricultural operation.
• Ability to lead a diverse team of about 70 employees.
• Strong leadership, motivational and team-building skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning abilities.
• Sound knowledge of fruit and vegetable production.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and drainage.
• Understanding of tourism industry and logistical planning.
• Proven experience in project and contract management.
• High energy with a positive attitude and commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Head Gardener role driving our garden operation.
• Inspire and lead the garden team and manage projects.
• Ensure gardens set new standards of excellence year after year.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Strategic planning

Organizational skills

Horticulture expertise

Fruit & veg production knowledge

Irrigation knowledge

Tourism industry understanding

Contract management

Continuous improvement mindset

Tools

Irrigation systems

Drainage knowledge

Job description

Farm Manager SA, in the Cape Winelands Area of the Western Cape, seeks a Head Gardener to lead our garden operation. You will inspire a large team, drive innovative projects, and elevate garden standards year after year.

This senior role requires extensive horticulture experience, strong leadership, and excellent planning. Knowledge of irrigation, drainage, tourism logistics, and contract management is essential.