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Farm Manager
Job summary
A leading agricultural firm in East London is seeking an experienced Fruit Cultivation Manager to oversee the cultivation of apples and pears. Candidates should have solid experience in pome fruit cultivation, be results-driven, and possess strong management and communication skills. This role requires maintaining compliance with agricultural regulations and managing all farming activities on a 120-hectare site.
Qualifications
- 5-10 years of experience in the cultivation of pome fruit.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations.
- Ability to drive and optimize productivity.
Responsibilities
- Cultivate apples and pears on approximately 120 hectares.
- Manage planting and maintenance of fruit trees.
- Oversee pruning and irrigation.
- Control pests and diseases.
- Select and pack ripe fruit for sale.
Skills
Education
Solid experience (5-10 years) in the cultivation of pome fruit.
A relevant tertiary qualification will strengthen the application.
Knowledge of the relevant regulations.
The farming activities involve the cultivation of apples and pears on approximately 120 hectares.
Solid experience in the cultivation of pome fruit is a requirement, while a relevant tertiary qualification will strengthen the application.
Possess above-average communication and management skills, and will be characterised by drive, independence, and the ability to motivate subordinates and optimise productivity.
Planting new fruit trees and vines, along with cultivating the soil to ensure healthy growth.
Pruning trees to maintain their shape and health and managing the irrigation system to provide the necessary water for the crops.
Spraying crops to control weeds, insects, and fungal diseases to protect the fruit.
Carefully selecting and picking ripe fruit, then sorting, grading, and packing it for sale or storage.
Using farm machinery and hand tools for various tasks, including cultivation, fertilizing, and harvesting.
Maintaining records related to farming activities and ensuring compliance with regulations.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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