Senior Livestock Manager: Genetics & Farm Operations Lead

Farm Manager SA; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA is seeking a Senior Livestock Manager for the Eastern Free State region. The role involves overseeing livestock health, pasture and staff management, feedlot oversight, and breeding-focused duties within a farming operation.

The ideal candidate will hold an Agricultural Diploma/Degree, have 8+ years livestock experience, and be fluent or proficient in Zulu/Sotho, with a passion for genetics and breeding. Strong leadership and loyalty are required.

Qualifications

• Agricultural diploma or degree required.
• 8+ years of livestock experience.
• Ability to AI advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Proficiency in Zulu or Sotho is essential.
• Passion for genetics and breeding.
• Loyalty and integrity.
• Experience in general infrastructure maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Animal health.
• Pasture management.
• Staff management.
• Feedlot management.
• Record keeping of calvings.
• Adhoc tasks that may arise.
• General farm maintenance.
• Farm security.
• Farm related admin duties.
• Animal feeding.

Skills

Livestock experience

Communication

Team leadership

Zulu/Sotho language

Genetics & breeding

Loyalty

General maintenance

AI advantage

Education

Agricultural Diploma/Degree

Job description

Farm Manager SA is seeking a Senior Livestock Manager for the Eastern Free State region. The role involves overseeing livestock health, pasture and staff management, feedlot oversight, and breeding-focused duties within a farming operation.

The ideal candidate will hold an Agricultural Diploma/Degree, have 8+ years livestock experience, and be fluent or proficient in Zulu/Sotho, with a passion for genetics and breeding. Strong leadership and loyalty are required.