Remote Farm Operations Lead for Sustainability

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,015,000 - 1,523,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement with a/c

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Home office allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Farm Operations Manager to oversee sustainable agriculture initiatives from anywhere. The role emphasizes implementing regenerative practices, data-driven oversight, and remote leadership of a dispersed team while ensuring compliance with environmental standards.

You will drive efficiency, coordinate with stakeholders, and promote the adoption of new technologies to enhance productivity and sustainability across farms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Environmental Science, Farm Management, or related field.
• A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in farm operations management with a focus on sustainable agriculture.
• Proven remote team management and virtual oversight experience.
• Strong knowledge of crop production, soil science, IPM, and sustainable farming techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic operational plans for farms with sustainable and regenerative practices.
• Oversee day-to-day farm activities remotely, including crop planning, planting, cultivation, and harvesting.
• Monitor performance metrics, analyze data, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability certifications.
• Manage resources (water, energy, inputs) to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
• Coordinate with staff and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
• Lead IPM and soil health programs and adopt new technologies.
• Prepare reports on farm performance, sustainability metrics, and financial outcomes.

Skills

Remote leadership

Data analysis

Project planning

Strong communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field

Master's degree (a plus)

Tools

Farm management software

Digital communication tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Farm Operations Manager to oversee sustainable agriculture initiatives from anywhere. The role emphasizes implementing regenerative practices, data-driven oversight, and remote leadership of a dispersed team while ensuring compliance with environmental standards.

You will drive efficiency, coordinate with stakeholders, and promote the adoption of new technologies to enhance productivity and sustainability across farms.