Remote Farm Management Specialist

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Remote work

Training resources

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a client to hire a seasoned Farm Management Specialist for a fully remote role supporting operations near Tembisa, Gauteng. You will drive farm productivity, efficiency and sustainability through remote oversight and data analytics.

Leverage digital tools to guide farm managers, implement best practices, and meet operational targets. This role offers autonomy, advanced analytics, and opportunities to shape agricultural strategies across diverse ventures from

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Farm Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in farm operations or agricultural consulting.
• Experience analyzing large datasets with farm management software; strong remote communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote guidance on farm planning, resources, and operations.
• Analyze yields, costs, and inputs to identify improvement areas.
• Develop best practices for crop management, pests, and soil health remotely.
• Conduct virtual training sessions for farm staff on new technologies.
• Collaborate with local farm teams via video conferencing to resolve challenges.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Remote leadership

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Farm Management, or related field

Tools

Farm management software

Digital collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Farm Management Specialist to join their team in a fully remote capacity, supporting operations near Tembisa, Gauteng. This role is crucial for optimizing farm productivity, efficiency, and sustainability through remote oversight and data analysis. You will leverage digital tools and communication platforms to guide farm managers, implement best practices, and ensure adherence to operational targets. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to shape agricultural strategies from anywhere, utilizing advanced analytics and remote sensing technologies to drive farm success and innovation across various agricultural ventures.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote expert guidance on farm planning, resource allocation, and operational strategies.
• Analyze farm performance data (yields, costs, inputs) and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement best practices for crop management, pest control, and soil health via remote monitoring.
• Conduct virtual training sessions for farm staff on new technologies and methodologies.
• Collaborate with the local farm teams via video conferencing and digital platforms to resolve operational challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Farm Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in farm operations or agricultural consulting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and analyze large datasets using farm management software and tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience in remote team leadership.
• Proficiency in utilizing digital collaboration tools and virtual meeting platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance incentives based on farm output metrics.
• Flexible remote working environment with full autonomy.
• Professional development opportunities and access to online training resources.
• Contribution towards home office setup and internet expenses.
• Opportunity to impact agricultural practices across diverse farming operations.