Farm Operations Manager

Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Degree or Diploma in Agriculture/ Agribusiness/ Animal Production/ Agronomy
  • Proven experience in farm management or agricultural production
  • Knowledge of crop cultivation, livestock management, and farm operations
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Computer literate
  • Valid drivers license
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
  • In liaison with the Director, plan and execute delivery of daily, weekly and monthly targets
  • Oversee the daily running of the farm
  • Hiring and training of new staff and contracting services for all outsourced services
  • Directly supervise all field workers, plant and animal, machinery operations and all technical jobs within the farm.
  • Be the liaison between the management and the farm staff for timely execution of all the farm projects
  • Preparing plans and schedules for planting and harvesting and ensuring staff understands expectations.
  • Directing major operations at the facility such as cultivation, planting, harvesting on crops and routine maintenance practices for all animals, feed preparations, feeding and breeding.
  • Prepare and provide a budget for all farm operations including equipment, assets and machinery repairs and maintenance.
  • Manage cash flow, monitor the budget and prepare reports for the same over a period.
  • Ensure compliance with government regulations and health and safety standards on the farm.
  • Manage maintenance, repair and replacement of all farming structures, equipment and machinery.
  • Scheduling repairs, maintenance, and replacement of equipment and machinery.
  • Monitoring quantity and yield of crops and animals whilst implementing improvement strategies.
  • Analyzing existing operations, crops, livestock, staff, and financial documents and recommending improvements
  • Ensuring all company assets, equipment and machinery are used for the benefit of the company whilst managing wasteful usage
  • Visiting the different divisions to inspect crops, livestock, and also perform routine checks on soil and water for maximum yield
  • Ensuring seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and other supplies are regularly restocked
  • Handling the marketing and sale of products produced on the farm like vegetables, dairy, meat, and grain when required
  • Building professional networks and keeping abreast of developments in agricultural science
  • Planning and executing long term company goals
  • Perform any other duty an assigned by the Director
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1352666
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned