Organic Farm Manager – Coastal Horticulture (Housing)

Placements24

Mossel Bay

Hybrid

ZAR 350,000 - 650,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Pension plan

Annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Farm Manager to lead our client's organic farming operations. You will oversee crop planning, cultivation, harvesting, and post-harvest handling, ensuring compliance with organic standards and certification processes.

The role balances field leadership with administration: manage field crews, optimize irrigation and soil fertility, monitor budgets, liaise with suppliers and cert bodies, and drive continuous improvement in quality and

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Diploma in Horticulture, Agriculture, or related field.
Minimum 5 years in farm management with organic focus.
In-depth knowledge of organic farming principles and certification processes.
Experience with crops suitable for Western Cape region.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement annual crop plans for organic markets.
Oversee field operations: land prep, planting, irrigation, cultivation, pest management (organic).
Manage and train farm workers; ensure safety protocols.
Maintain records for inputs, treatments, and practices for certification.
Monitor soil health, water use, and nutrient management.
Oversee harvesting and post-harvest handling for quality.