Hybrid Farm Strategy Manager (Remote Oversight)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Paid time off

Professional development

Company vehicles for site visits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Farm Manager in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal to oversee diversified farming operations across multiple sites. The role blends remote strategic planning with on-site visits to ensure operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

You will lead crop and livestock activities, manage budgets, implement modern farming technologies, and drive safety and efficiency across all locations. Regular travel to farms is required, with a strong emphasis on sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Farm Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of farm management experience with crop and/or livestock production.
• Experience managing budgets and optimizing operations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Familiar with modern agricultural tech and precision farming tools.
• Knowledge of South African agricultural practices and regulations.
• Willingness to travel to farm sites.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive farm management plans.
• Oversee planting, irrigation, pest control, harvesting, and livestock care.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and optimize resources.
• Lead, train, and motivate farm staff for safety and productivity.
• Monitor crop health and soil conditions; adjust strategies.
• Ensure compliance with agricultural regulations and safety standards.
• Implement technology solutions for monitoring, data collection, reporting.
• Analyze farm performance data; generate regular reports for senior management.
• Build relationships with suppliers, customers, and stakeholders.
• Plan and manage capital expenditure for infrastructure and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Team management

Strategic planning

Agronomy knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture/Agronomy/Farm Management

Tools

Farm management software

Precision farming tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Farm Manager in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal to oversee diversified farming operations across multiple sites. The role blends remote strategic planning with on-site visits to ensure operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

You will lead crop and livestock activities, manage budgets, implement modern farming technologies, and drive safety and efficiency across all locations. Regular travel to farms is required, with a strong emphasis on sustainability.