Senior Farm Supervisor — Lead Crop Operations (Klerksdorp)

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp is seeking an experienced Farm Supervisor to oversee daily crop production and supervise a team of farm workers. The role focuses on practical farming operations, safety, and efficient task execution on a large-scale farm.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in crop farming, proven supervisory experience, and the ability to manage planting, irrigation, harvesting, and machinery maintenance in the North West region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in large-scale crop farming.
• Previous supervisory experience required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to commute to Klerksdorp.
• Knowledge of crop cultivation for North West region.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily activities of farm workers involved in crop production.
• Ensure efficient execution of planting, cultivation, irrigation, and harvesting tasks.
• Monitor crop health and report signs of pests, diseases, or nutrient deficiencies.
• Oversee operation and basic maintenance of farm machinery and equipment.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental protocols on the farm.
• Manage distribution of tasks and ensure productivity targets are met.
• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to farm laborers.
• Maintain accurate records of daily activities, labor, and resource usage.
• Communicate with the Farm Manager regarding progress and challenges.
• Ensure proper use and storage of agricultural inputs such as fertilizers and pesticides.

Skills

Farm supervision

Crop farming experience

Leadership

Health & safety

Driver's license

Tools

Farm machinery

Job description

Placements24 in Klerksdorp is seeking an experienced Farm Supervisor to oversee daily crop production and supervise a team of farm workers. The role focuses on practical farming operations, safety, and efficient task execution on a large-scale farm.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in crop farming, proven supervisory experience, and the ability to manage planting, irrigation, harvesting, and machinery maintenance in the North West region.