Farm Foreman: Agro-Processing Support (Elsenburg), Ref No. AGR 50/2025 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose

• The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to oversee the execution of routine farming activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Senior certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification)
• A minimum of 1 year relevant experience
• A valid (Code 8) driving licence.
• Recommendation: Working knowledge and experience in operating specialised farming machinery and equipment (including implements).

Key Performance Areas

• Overall supervision of the vineyard section
• Monitoring of pruning activities
• Calibration and monitoring of sowing of cover crops
• Control of all activities that may arise
• Supervision of activities to take place during young vine development.

Competencies

• A good understanding of the following: Viticulture
• Vehicle maintenance and administrative support activities
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Proven computer literacy (MS Office)
• Planning and organising
• Teamwork abilities
• Proactive problem identification and solving ability.

Closing Date: 2025/08/18