Farm Manager at Measured Ability Group of Companies

• Our client in the agriculture and farming industry is seeking an experienced Farm Manager to join their team on a permanent basis in Maruleng Local Municipality, Limpopo Province.
• The successful candidate will oversee open-field vegetable farming operations, manage farm labour, and ensure efficient crop production from land preparation through to harvesting.

Location:
Maruleng Local Municipality, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in vegetable farming or crop production
• Experience with open-field vegetable farming
• Knowledge of irrigation systems, particularly drip irrigation (pivot systems advantageous)
• Experience operating farm machinery, including tractors, TLBs, and farming implements
• Strong labour management and supervisory skills
• Ability to coordinate land preparation, planting, spraying, and harvesting activities
• Valid driver’s licence
• Willingness to live on the farm
• Agricultural qualification advantageous but not essential

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily vegetable farming operations on a large-scale open-field farm
• Supervise and coordinate a workforce of 10–100 farm workers, including seasonal labour
• Plan and oversee land preparation, irrigation, spraying, and harvesting activities
• Monitor crop health, pest control, and general crop management practices
• Manage and operate farm machinery and implements, including tractors and TLB equipment
• Oversee irrigation systems, primarily drip irrigation, ensuring efficient water management
• Maintain productivity and ensure farming activities are completed according to schedule
• Report directly to the Managing Director on farm progress and operational performance