Junior Farming Field Manager

Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

Job Description


Join a highly successful agricultural company in the Free State area. They seek a talented, experienced Junior Farming Field Manager to join their dynamic team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a reputable company that values expertise, professionalism, and innovation in the industry. Enjoy competitive compensation, a supportive work culture, and room for professional growth.Ideal Candidate:

  • Minimum tertiary qualification: B.Sc. Agriculture or B.Comm Agricultural Economics degree.
  • Demonstrated work experience of 2 to 3 years is an advantage.
Duties & Responsibilities:Planning:
  • Construct crop production plans on Agworld for maize, soybeans, sunflower, wheat, and canola for designated farming units in conjunction with the Senior Field Manager and Farming Contractor.
  • Make chemical, seed, fertilizer, and lime recommendations in conjunction with respective representatives and agronomists.
  • Assist in building a set budget for each unit covering all necessary scenarios within an achievable cost range.
  • Evaluate different input prices and farming practices to determine the most efficient production plan.
Execution:
  • Execute the production plans within the set budget together with the Senior Field Manager and Farming Contractor.
  • Oversee accurate and timely land preparations.
  • Ensure timely planting and application of inputs within correct procedures and circumstances as set out in the production plan.
  • Ensure timely and accurate delivery of inputs and contracting services.
  • Coordinate the accurate delivery of harvested crops into designated silos and/or on-farm loading to end-point destinations.
Managing:
  • Coordinate the Farming Contractor by assisting with day-to-day crop production activities and decision-making.
  • Take full responsibility for certain farm activities, such as crop spraying, when required.
  • Continuously visit fields to follow up, solve challenges, and monitor general progress.
  • Ensure continuous farm visits by agronomists and representatives to evaluate crop development.
  • Manage on-farm stock with safe storage, regular stock taking, and implementation of inputs.
Reporting:
  • Frequently update and report on crop progress and project production outcomes based on agronomical characteristics and facts.
  • Report on factors influencing crops during the season and potential damage and/or solutions.
  • Report on the planned budget and any factors influencing potential over or under spending.
  • Manage on-farm and storage facility stock quantities using Shed as an inventory management tool.
  • Report daily rainfall for all farms.
  • Complete, report, and update crop estimations pre-harvest.
  • Report deliveries into designated delivery points of harvested crops and reconcile with reports from the Support team.
Essential Skills:
  • Self-driven
  • Good communication skills
  • Teamwork
  • Innovative
  • Ownership & Accountability
  • Management
  • Detail-oriented
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Analytical skills
  • Planning and organizing
  • Reporting and writing
Desirable Skills:
  • Knowledge of the grain industry and/or experience in farming/agriculture in South Africa
  • Agility
  • Ability to stay focused in a high-intensity and fast-paced working environment
General:
  • Reports to Senior Field Manager.
  • Salary is market-related with provident fund and medical aid benefits.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1342608
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned