Junior Production Manager (Table Grapes)

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Malmesbury; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A local agriculture recruitment firm is seeking a Junior Production Manager in Malmesbury. This role focuses on the cultivation of table grapes, requiring at least 3 years of experience in citrus production. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with proficiency in modern production practices. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Post-matric with a relevant tertiary qualification in agriculture.
• At least 3 years experience in the cultivation of citrus.
• Knowledge of modern production practices.

Responsibilities

• Plant citrus, schedule irrigation, apply fertiliser and pest control.
• Labor planning and management, recordkeeping, plan transport.
• Cost control by focusing on productivity.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Irrigation practices knowledge

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Tertiary qualification in agriculture

Job description

Junior Production Manager (Table Grapes) – Malmesbury.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Production: Plant citrus, schedule irrigation, apply fertiliser, pest, plague and weed control, prune, harvest, monitoring, all manipulations
• Personnel and administration: Labor planning and management, recordkeeping, plan transport and accommodation, maintenance (equipment / orchards / general)
• Financial: Cost control by focusing on productivity

Requirements:

• Applicants should be post-matric with a relevant tertiary qualification in agriculture, with at least 3 years experience in the cultivation of citrus
• Knowledge of modern production practices
• Specific knowledge/ experience in irrigation practices will be to your advantage
• Good leadership and communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel)