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Farm Operations Manager - StellenboschFull job descriptionFarm Operations ManagerWe are recruiting for a Farm Operations Manager who will manage and oversee the operations of a multifaceted estate comprising a farm, guesthouse, and recording studio situated in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The ideal candidate will be responsible for financial management, staff coordination, guest services, marketing, agricultural management, and general maintenance.Minimum RequirementsDiploma in Agriculture or Wildlife/Animal Management.Minimum of 5 years of experience working on a farm or in a related agricultural environment.At least 2 years of experience working in administration at a guesthouse or lodge.Strong financial management skills.Excellent communication and organisational abilities.Strong Microsoft Office skills.Ability to work collaboratively with staff and external partners.Knowledge of agricultural practices and maintenance procedures.Roles and ResponsibilitiesFinancial ManagementMaintain and update Management Accounts as per established ledgers.Liaise daily with Linda regarding payments, banking, VAT, PAYE, and taxes.Manage debtors, follow up on payments, and handle invoicing and payment schedules.Staff CoordinationCollect and verify daily timesheets and manage leave schedules.Source additional staff as needed and verify their bank details.Liaise with the labour broker on all staff-related matters.Asset and Inventory ManagementMonitor and log the movement of all movable assets related to the guesthouses and farm operations.Track and log usage of fuel, water, and electricity.Guest ServicesWelcome and assist guests, providing 24/7 contact during their stay.Manage guest check-in protocols and oversee guesthouse operations.Marketing and PromotionOperate and manage an online booking platform.Organise promotional meetings for the farm and studio.Manage social media profiles and liaise with delis to promote products.Seek tenants for unused warehouses or initiate bond storage permits.Grape Production ManagementAnalyse grape production, soil quality, and water systems; recommend improvements.Oversee pruning, maintenance, and harvesting of grapes.Market and sell grapes, with future plans to produce in-house wine.Flora and Fauna ManagementEnsure appropriate water delivery and manage nutrition for fauna.Remove undesirable foreign species and address water pollution issues.General MaintenanceFamiliarise with farm maintenance requirements and schedule necessary work.Maintain a list of on-call subcontractors for emergencies.Develop and implement emergency procedures for water/power failures, theft, and breaches.Grounds and Facility MaintenanceMaintain grounds and systems, including pruning, removing invasive plants, and preparing wood for BBQs.Inspect and maintain fences, drains, security cameras, and lighting.Ensure energy efficiency of solar arrays and maintain the system.Schedule maintenance checks for the generator, farm implements, and vehicles.Additional ResponsibilitiesSet up and maintain the farm butchery.Oversee culling and game supervision.Clean and maintain tools, machinery, landscaping equipment, and vehicles.Address any other reasonable requests as needed.Closing DateSubmissions for this vacancy will close on 9 August 2024, however, you will still have the opportunity to submit your CV for this position till 1 September 2024.Please NoteThank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. We value your submission, and we try our utmost best to get back to each applicant. However, should your application be successful, we will be in contact with you. Should you not hear from us within two weeks of application, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We are however recruitment specialists and will keep your details on our database for possible future opportunities.PoPI ActPlease note that Marvel Placement Consultants adhere to the POPI Act (Act No. 4 of 2013: Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013). Section 9 of PoPI states that Personal Information may only be processed if, given the purpose for which it is processed, it is adequate, relevant and not excessive.For more information please contact:Consultant ZS

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