Senior Farm Operations Leader — Hybrid (Durban)

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Hybrid work model

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Farm Operations Manager to lead and optimize day-to-day agricultural activities in the Durban region. The role demands on-site presence for hands-on supervision, with a hybrid setup for administrative planning and remote oversight of strategy.

You will manage a diverse team of farmhands and supervisors, implement modern farming techniques, and drive operational excellence across cropping, irrigation, and sustainable practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive farm management or agricultural operations experience.
• Proven track record managing large-scale farming operations with diverse teams.
• Knowledge of crop science, soil management, pest control, and modern farming tech.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all farm operations including production, irrigation, pest control, and harvesting schedules.
• Develop strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and boost yield and quality.
• Supervise and train farm staff, ensuring safety and best practices are followed.
• Manage equipment, infrastructure, and resources for optimal performance and uptime.
• Ensure sustainable farming practices and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with procurement and sales to ensure timely input supply and distribution of produce.

Skills

Leadership

Farm management

Strategic planning

Crop science

Soil management

Pest control

Data tracking

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Tools

Farm management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Farm Operations Manager to lead and optimize day-to-day agricultural activities in the Durban region. The role demands on-site presence for hands-on supervision, with a hybrid setup for administrative planning and remote oversight of strategy.

You will manage a diverse team of farmhands and supervisors, implement modern farming techniques, and drive operational excellence across cropping, irrigation, and sustainable practices.