Senior Beef Cattle Farm Manager

Farm Manager SA; Stutterheim; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA in Eastern Cape seeks an experienced Farm Manager with a strong background in beef cattle and general farm operations. The role emphasizes managing cattle herds, staff, maintenance, and daily reporting.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership, practical farming skills, and the ability to coordinate across multiple farm activities, ensuring efficient production and compliance with farm safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ beef cattle farming experience.
• Extensive experience in beef cattle and general farm management.
• Proven cattle herd and staff management experience.
• Practical knowledge of cattle inoculation, dipping, branding, dehorning, breeding and calving management.
• Knowledge of cattle health conditions and diseases; pregnancy testing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Farm and livestock management across operations.
• Staff management and supervision.
• Farm maintenance and infrastructure oversight.
• Manage vehicles, machinery and equipment upkeep.
• Fire management and safety coordination.

Skills

Beef cattle management

Farm management

Staff management

Leadership

Communication

Daily reporting (WhatsApp)

Operating tractors and farm equipment

Diligence and self-motivation

Tools

Tractors

Farm vehicles

Farm machinery

Job description

Farm Manager SA in Eastern Cape seeks an experienced Farm Manager with a strong background in beef cattle and general farm operations. The role emphasizes managing cattle herds, staff, maintenance, and daily reporting.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership, practical farming skills, and the ability to coordinate across multiple farm activities, ensuring efficient production and compliance with farm safety standards.