Plantation Manager

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company housing

Vehicle provided

Executive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a seasoned Plantation Manager to oversee extensive plantation operations. The role demands strategic planning, operational efficiency, and expertise in large-scale crop cultivation and management.

As a senior leader, you will maximize productivity, ensure plantation sustainability, manage a diverse workforce, and control budgets. This position offers executive-level responsibilities with housing and a company vehicle, aligning with our client’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field.
• 7+ years in plantation management or large-scale ag operations.
• Proven budget management and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term plantation development plans.
• Manage cultivation activities: planting, irrigation, pest control, harvesting.
• Oversee maintenance and efficient use of equipment and infrastructure.
• Lead and train a large farm workforce and supervisors.
• Implement health, safety and environmental policies.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and optimize resource allocation.
• Liaise with suppliers, buyers and regulators as required.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Strategic planning

Team management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Tools

Agricultural software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is recruiting a seasoned Plantation Manager to oversee their extensive operations in Randburg, Gauteng . This senior role demands strategic planning, operational efficiency, and a deep understanding of large-scale crop cultivation and management. You will be responsible for maximizing productivity, ensuring the sustainability of the plantation, managing a diverse workforce, and controlling budgets. This is a leadership position critical to the success and growth of our client's agricultural interests in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term strategic plans for plantation development and productivity.
• Manage all aspects of cultivation, including planting, irrigation, pest control, and harvesting.
• Oversee the maintenance and efficient utilization of all plantation equipment and infrastructure.
• Lead, train, and manage a large team of farm workers and supervisors.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and optimize resource allocation for maximum profitability.
• Liaise with suppliers, buyers, and regulatory bodies as required.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Forestry, Agronomy, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in plantation management or large-scale agricultural operations.
• Demonstrated success in managing significant budgets and large teams.
• In-depth knowledge of specific crop cultivation techniques relevant to the region.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision‑making abilities.
• Proficiency in agricultural management software and tools.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive executive benefits package.
• Significant performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to manage a large-scale, impactful agricultural operation.
• Company housing and vehicle provided.
• Extensive professional development and leadership training opportunities.