Senior Agricultural Farm Manager | Housing Allowance

Placements24; Vereeniging; Sur place; ZAR 600 000 - 1 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Housing allowance

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks an experienced Agricultural Farm Manager for its Vereeniging, Gauteng operation. This hands-on role oversees crop production, livestock where applicable, staff supervision, and financial administration to ensure productive and profitable farming.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma/Degree in Agriculture or related field, at least five years of progressive farm management experience, strong leadership and budgeting skills, and a track record of safe, efficient operations on

Qualifications

• A Diploma or Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Farm Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in farm management or a similar agricultural operations role.
• Proven experience in crop production, soil management, and pest control.
• Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in farm budgeting, financial management, and record-keeping.
• Knowledge of relevant agricultural machinery and equipment operation and maintenance.
• Familiarity with the Gauteng province conditions.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and adapt to changing environmental conditions.
• A valid driver's license is essential for operating across the farm.

Responsabilités

• Manage daily farm operations, including planting, cultivation, harvesting, and post-harvest activities for various crops.
• Oversee livestock health, feeding, and breeding programs (if applicable).
• Supervise, train, and motivate farm workers, ensuring safety and efficient practices.
• Develop and manage the farm's budget, controlling expenditures and optimizing resources.
• Maintain farm equipment and infrastructure, ensuring timely repairs.
• Implement pest and disease management strategies using IPM where possible.
• Monitor crop and livestock performance, analyze data to identify improvements.
• Ensure compliance with agricultural regulations, environmental standards, and safety guidelines.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, service providers, and buyers.
• Contribute to strategic planning for long-term growth and sustainability.

Connaissances

Leadership

Team management

Communication skills

Budgets/Financial management

Record-keeping

Decision making under pressure

Adaptability

Formation

Diploma or Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Farm Management, or related field

Outils

Farm machinery operation knowledge

Description du poste

Placements24 seeks an experienced Agricultural Farm Manager for its Vereeniging, Gauteng operation. This hands-on role oversees crop production, livestock where applicable, staff supervision, and financial administration to ensure productive and profitable farming.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma/Degree in Agriculture or related field, at least five years of progressive farm management experience, strong leadership and budgeting skills, and a track record of safe, efficient operations on