Hybrid Farm Operations Manager: Livestock & Crop Integration

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension fund

Accommodation options

Career advancement

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a highly skilled Farm Operations Manager to oversee daily activities across livestock and crop divisions, with hybrid on-site and remote oversight for admin tasks.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Agriculture, 5+ years in farm management, leadership and budgeting experience. You will drive efficiency, sustainability, and profitability through modern farming practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field; Master's preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of farm management experience across crop and livestock.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency with farm management software and office apps.
• Hybrid work model with on-site and remote tasks.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily activities across livestock and crop divisions.
• Develop strategic plans to boost productivity and profitability.
• Manage staff hiring, training, evaluations, and scheduling.
• Oversee procurement of inputs and equipment.
• Monitor crop health and animal welfare; implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
• Oversee budgets, costs, and resource allocation.
• Use farm management software to generate KPI reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

Farm management software

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a highly skilled Farm Operations Manager to oversee daily activities across livestock and crop divisions, with hybrid on-site and remote oversight for admin tasks.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Agriculture, 5+ years in farm management, leadership and budgeting experience. You will drive efficiency, sustainability, and profitability through modern farming practices.