Senior Organic Farm Operations Lead – Large-Scale

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Performance bonuses

Professional growth opportunities

Beautiful Pretoria farm location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Farm Operations Manager for a large organic farm near Pretoria, Gauteng. You will oversee planting, irrigation, pest management, harvesting, and compliance with organic standards while leading a diverse team on a day-to-day basis.

The role requires a degree in agriculture and at least 6 years in farm management, including 3 years in organic operations. You will manage budgets, equipment, soil health, and collaborate with sales for timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, or related field.
• At least 6 years of progressive farm management experience, with 3+ years in organic farming.
• Experience managing large-scale crop production and teams.
• Strong knowledge of organic farming, soil management, and IPM.
• Proficient in farm management software and office applications.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage daily farm operations including planting, cultivation, pest & disease management, irrigation, and harvesting.
• Develop and implement annual crop plans and production schedules to maximize yield and quality.
• Ensure adherence to organic certification standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage and motivate a diverse farm labor force, ensuring safety and productivity.
• Oversee maintenance of farm machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Monitor soil health and implement sustainable practices to improve fertility.
• Manage inventory of seeds, fertilizers, organic pesticides, and other supplies.
• Control operating costs and work toward profitability targets.
• Collaborate with sales and logistics teams for timely delivery of produce.
• Implement farm safety protocols for all personnel on the Pretoria farm.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Project planning

IPM knowledge

Organic farming

Team management

Problem solving

Farm software

Soil health

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Tools

Farm management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Farm Operations Manager for a large organic farm near Pretoria, Gauteng. You will oversee planting, irrigation, pest management, harvesting, and compliance with organic standards while leading a diverse team on a day-to-day basis.

The role requires a degree in agriculture and at least 6 years in farm management, including 3 years in organic operations. You will manage budgets, equipment, soil health, and collaborate with sales for timely delivery.