TECHNICAL FARM MANAGER

SUMMARY:
Butterworth / Centane Area – Eastern Cape: Our client is looking for a Technical Farm Manager to join the team.
 
Only candidates with the relevant experience will be considered.

POSITION INFO:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 5 years’ previous experience of commercial crop farming is essential.
• Excellent mechanical knowledge and experience.
• Understanding of modern agricultural practices.
• Knowledge of tractors, implements and harvesting equipment.
• Knowledge of crop chemical usage and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Prior experience in workshop management on a farm will be advantageous.
• Diligence, precision, accuracy, and execution form an integral part of the successful candidate’s daily operation.
• Strong mentoring and leadership skills and an ability to maintain discipline within the work-team are an absolute must for this position.
• Strong communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in both English. Proficiency in isiXhosa is an added advantage.
• A valid driver’s license.

• Direct and co-ordinate worker activities, such as planting, chemical application, harvesting.
• Determine procedural changes in field operations such as planting, spraying and other activities related to cropping for greater efficiency and accuracy.
• Coordinate growing activities with those of engineering, equipment maintenance, packing houses, and other related departments.
• Work closely with the maintenance staff ensuring that all equipment, machinery, and facilities are kept to an optimum level.
• Manage a team of tractor operators providing support and training on best practises.
• Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.