Description:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSDegree or Diploma in Agriculture / Agribusiness /Agronomy highly advantageous of 10 years experience in a similar position Sound Technical Knowledge and experience in Crop Farming and Farm Operations Knowledge on Irrigation (Centre pivot & Linear Irrigation Systems) Able to manage conflict and grievance resolution Proven management experience Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) Computer Literate Zulu/Xhosa or Swazi proficient
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
Planning, scheduling, and overseeing all day-to-day operations, including: planting, harvesting and maintenance of crops Directly Managing all farm personnel (including hiring and training), field work, machinery operations, technical and mechanical tasks Ensuring safe working conditions Implement and review farm development plans to ensure long term productivity, yield and quality Implement and maintain efficient production processes and procedures Establish and monitor crop growth, yield and quality and make necessary adjustments to optimise yields Develop test fields for crop and variety trials Prepare, schedule, execute and record agreed chemical, fertilizer, and spray programmes Prepare and control budget for all farm operations, including direct costs, labour, equipment, and machinery repairs and maintenance Monitor the budget and report thereon Manage repairs and maintenance of Farm implements, equipment, machinery, tractors, and structures Ability to maintain and report on accurate records, data, and documents as required Operate with a hands-on, detailed, practical and solutions driven approach and able to execute independently Responsible for Procurement and management of key relationships Ensure compliance with government regulations, health, and safety standards. Analyse existing operations, crops, staff, and processes and recommend improvements
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted
07 Mar 2025;
from:
gumtree.co.za