PRODUCTION ASSISTANT â TABLE GRAPES

Farm Manager SA; Malmesbury; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm in Malmesbury is seeking an experienced manager with a strong background in table grape cultivation. The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years of experience, relevant tertiary qualifications, and excellent skills in team leadership and administration. Key responsibilities include overseeing production, packing, and personnel management. This position is critical for maintaining high standards in grape production.

Qualifications

• Matric with relevant tertiary qualifications.
• 3-4 years experience in the cultivation of table grapes.
• Basic knowledge of sound production practices.

Responsibilities

• Planting of table grapes, irrigation scheduling, application of fertilizer, pest and plague control.
• Management of pack lines and logistics.
• Labor planning and management, supervisor training, disciplinary process.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Job description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Matric with relevant tertiary qualifications
• 3-4 years experience in the cultivation of table grapes
• Basic knowledge of sound production practices
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel)
• Good administrative and communication skills
• Ability to work with people and lead teams
• Drivers license

RESPONSIBILITIES

Production

• Planting of table grapes, irrigation scheduling, application of fertilizer, pest and plague control, pruning, harvesting, monitoring, all manipulations

Packing

• Management of pack lines, packing material, logistics, scales, reporting

Personnel and administration

• Labor planning and management, supervisor training, disciplinary process, recordkeeping, transport and accommodation planning, maintenance (equipment / orchards / general)

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted