Organic Farm Sustainability Lead

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a Farm Sustainability Coordinator to lead organic and regenerative farming initiatives across our farm network. The role focuses on developing, implementing, and monitoring sustainability programs to minimize environmental impact while enhancing agricultural resilience.

You will oversee organic certification processes, manage soil health and water strategies, and train staff to integrate sustainable practices into daily operations, reporting to management on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainable Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sustainability plans, with a focus on organic and regenerative agriculture.
• Monitor and assess current farming practices for their environmental impact and sustainability.
• Research and recommend innovative sustainable technologies and methods, such as water-efficient irrigation, cover cropping, and natural pest control.
• Oversee the transition to and maintenance of organic certification standards.
• Manage soil health programs, including nutrient management and erosion control.
• Implement water conservation strategies and monitor water usage across the farm.
• Promote biodiversity enhancement initiatives within and around the farm areas.
• Train farm staff on sustainable practices and their importance.
• Collect and analyze data related to resource usage, waste management, and environmental impact.
• Prepare reports on sustainability performance for management and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a Farm Sustainability Coordinator to lead organic and regenerative farming initiatives across our farm network. The role focuses on developing, implementing, and monitoring sustainability programs to minimize environmental impact while enhancing agricultural resilience.

You will oversee organic certification processes, manage soil health and water strategies, and train staff to integrate sustainable practices into daily operations, reporting to management on