Lead Citrus & Avocado Production Manager

Ntice Search Solutions; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Citrus and/or Avocado Production Manager. The role involves overseeing production processes including planting, irrigation, and harvesting while managing personnel and financial responsibilities. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in agriculture with a relevant qualification. This position offers a market-related TCTC package, pension benefits, and accommodation.

Benefits

Market related total cost to company (TCTC) package

Pension fund benefits

Accommodation

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience in the cultivation of citrus and/or avocados.
• Specific knowledge/experience in irrigation practices will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plant, schedule irrigation, apply fertilizer, pest, weed control, prune, harvest.
• Labor planning and management, recordkeeping, plan transport and accommodation.
• Cost control by focusing on productivity.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

MS Office (especially Excel)

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in agriculture

Job description

A leading agricultural company in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Citrus and/or Avocado Production Manager. The role involves overseeing production processes including planting, irrigation, and harvesting while managing personnel and financial responsibilities. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in agriculture with a relevant qualification. This position offers a market-related TCTC package, pension benefits, and accommodation.