Junior Fruit Production Lead

United Exports; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

United Exports is seeking a Junior Production Manager to join our farming operations. The role focuses on hands-on leadership, planning, and coordination of planting, fertigation, chemical application, and harvest activities across fruit crops.

You will support admin tasks, asset management, and compliance with GAP, SIZA, and internal quality standards while developing your leadership capabilities in a dynamic farming business.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Senior Certificate is essential.
• Diploma or degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or related field preferred.
• Certifications in farming practices such as irrigation or crop scouting are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise planting, fertigation, chemical application, and harvest activities.
• Support farming planning, coordination, and administration to meet targets.
• Lead production teams; monitor attendance, performance and productivity.
• Coach and mentor staff; ensure health and safety compliance.
• Maintain records, asset management, and equipment inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Planning & Organisation

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Education

Grade 12 / Senior Certificate

Diploma or Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture

Farming certifications (Irrigation, Crop scouting)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

United Exports is seeking a Junior Production Manager to join our farming operations. The role focuses on hands-on leadership, planning, and coordination of planting, fertigation, chemical application, and harvest activities across fruit crops.

You will support admin tasks, asset management, and compliance with GAP, SIZA, and internal quality standards while developing your leadership capabilities in a dynamic farming business.