Senior Mixed-Farm Operations Manager

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Company vehicle

Housing allowance

Career progression

Paid leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a seasoned Agricultural Operations Manager to oversee mixed farming activities, including crop and livestock operations. You will drive strategic planning, budgeting and team leadership in a hands-on role on-site near Vereeniging.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in large-scale farm management, strong agronomy and animal husbandry knowledge, plus expertise in farm finance and logistics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Management, Agronomy or related field.
• Master’s degree is advantageous.
• Minimum 7 years in blended farm management with crops and livestock.
• Proven financial management, budgeting and cost control experience.
• Strong leadership and ability to develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic operational plans for mixed farming activities.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and optimize resource allocation.
• Oversee daily farm operations across crops and livestock.
• Lead, train, and motivate a diverse farm team.
• Enforce health, safety and biosecurity protocols.
• Monitor crop health, soil conditions and livestock welfare.
• Manage equipment maintenance and procurement.
• Oversee inputs procurement and produce/livestock sales.
• Ensure compliance with agricultural regulations and environmental standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Agronomy

Animal husbandry

Decision making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field

Master's degree (advantageous)

Tools

Farm management software

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a seasoned Agricultural Operations Manager to oversee mixed farming activities, including crop and livestock operations. You will drive strategic planning, budgeting and team leadership in a hands-on role on-site near Vereeniging.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in large-scale farm management, strong agronomy and animal husbandry knowledge, plus expertise in farm finance and logistics.