Senior Farm Ops Leader - Large-Scale Agribusiness

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance‑dr­

Private medical aid

Life assurance

Retirement fund contribution

Housing allowance or company housing

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Farm Operations Manager to oversee extensive agricultural operations in East London, Eastern Cape. You will lead day-to-day farming activities, drive productivity, and ensure sustainable practices across crops and livestock.

Responsibilities include strategic planning, budgeting, staff supervision, resource management, and compliance with agricultural regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agribusiness Management, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive farm management experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership.
• Proven expertise in crops and/or livestock relevant to the region.
• Strong modern agricultural techniques knowledge including mechanization and irrigation.
• Excellent financial management, budgeting, and cost control skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily farm operations across crops and livestock.
• Oversee staffing, training, and motivation of farm workers and supervisors.
• Develop annual operational plans and budgets; drive financial targets.
• Manage resources: equipment, water, land; ensure maintenance and efficiency.
• Ensure safety, environmental compliance, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Farm management

Agronomy

Data analysis

Communication

Education

BSc/MSc Agriculture

Tools

Farm mgmt software

Irrigation systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Farm Operations Manager to oversee extensive agricultural operations in East London, Eastern Cape. You will lead day-to-day farming activities, drive productivity, and ensure sustainable practices across crops and livestock.

Responsibilities include strategic planning, budgeting, staff supervision, resource management, and compliance with agricultural regulations.