Jobs at Farm Managers SA

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12
• A mechanical/maintenance qualification will be an advantage
• Agricultural background
• Must have at least five years previous experience in general maintenance of farming equipment, including tractors, bailing equipment, planters, pumps and pivots.
• Must be neat and diligent.
• Ability to speak Xhosa is advantageous.
• Must be a team player.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant qualification in Operations, Food Science, Agriculture, Engineering, or similar
• Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in food processing / manufacturing / FMCG
• Strong experience in:
• Production planning & operations
• Supply chain and procurement
• Quality control systems
• Financial and cost management
• Proven leadership experience managing teams in a production environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making ability

KEY FOCUS AREAS

• Full responsibility for production and processing operations
• Overseeing procurement, inventory, and supply chain efficiency
• Driving quality assurance and food safety standards (HACCP, GMP, ISO)
• Managing financial performance, budgets, and cost control
• Leading and developing multi-disciplinary teams
• Ensuring health, safety, and environmental compliance

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

•  3 - 5 Years Relevant Experience
• CompTIA A+ and CompTIA N+ plus SDL experience  
• Microsoft MCSA/MCSE
• Additional Networking Certifications would be advantageous
• Computer literate
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Manage all calls on helpdesk
• Manage and support desktop technicians
• Communicate with users and provide in-person support
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
• Develop feedback reports on helpdesk to management

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

•  Diploma/Degree in Agriculture advantageous
• Minimum 5 years farm management experience essential
• Previous irrigation and pivot experience
• Mechanically orientated
• A minimum of 3 years of applicable experience on the maintenance and repair of agricultural machinery and equipment
• Energetic, hardworking, and self-driven individual
• Ability to speak Xhosa advantageous
• Valid driver’s license

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Mechanical Diploma/Qualification and or trade tested certificates advantageous
• Previous farming experience essential
• Proven ability with: Welding / fitting and turning / assembling / general mechanics
• Knowledge in repairing Tractor, TLB, Bakkies and ability to work on Plant Machinery.
• Maintenance oriented – general electrical, building, and plumbing knowledge
• Ability to work in dependent and manage a team
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agriculture Diploma/Degree
• Previous experience with flower farming
• Experience of growing in greenhouses and with knowledge of fertigation systems will be preferred.
• Good planning skills and the ability to work with workers is important
• Computer literate
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team and independently 
• Strong management skills
• Valid driver’s license

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• General farm management
• Admin
• Responsible for production, labour and growing
• Water management, fertilizer & pest control

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma / Degree advantageous
• Minimum of 4 years dairy herd management
• Ability to AI
• Great stockmanship
• Proven dairy parlour experience
• Knowledge and experience with milking routines
• Strong admin of management skills
• Computer literacy essential with proven experience working with Dairy software
• Previous experience working with Afikim Programs
• Maintenance orientated
• Ability to work with and motivate a team
• Valid driver’s license

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural diploma or degree  
• Experience with dairy management software  
• Mechanical aptitude  
• Proven experience managing a seasonal calving dairy herd 
• Proven ability to achieve exceptional breeding results
• Strong knowledge of pasture-based systems  
• Excellent leadership and communication skills  
• AI and herd health management experience  
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
• Ability to speak Zulu 
• Valid driver’s license  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• Full management of the dairy unit and herd performance  
• Implementation and oversight of seasonal calving programme  
• Pasture and grazing management  
• Staff supervision, training, and team leadership  
• Animal health, breeding, and record-keeping  
• Machinery and infrastructure oversight  
• Financial and fodder budgeting, reporting, and cost control  

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant Tertiary qualification will be advantageous
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in global fresh fruit marketing / trading from South Africa as well as local procurement within the fresh produce export industry in South Africa
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills with a collaborative team mindset
• An additional language will be advantageous but not a requirement.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
Procurement

• To work with South African producers requires fluency in Afrikaans and English
• Verbal and written
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working with Local South African producers with a focus on citrus
• Existing producer base / access to volume/product with a focus on citrus.
• Manage and grow relationships with the above-mentioned producers / growers in South Africa
• Exceptional negotiation skills with local producers and understanding how to work with them.

Trading / Marketing

• To negotiate with buyers / clients and expand client base, requires fluency in English
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in international Fruit Trading / Marketing
• Existing client/buyer base
• Negotiating, trading and marketing with overseas clients
• Manage and grow international customer /client relationships
• Deep knowledge and understanding of international markets
• Analyzing exported volumes and reaction planning.
• Exceptional negotiation skills with international and local clients / buyers
• Compliance and risk management

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MINIMUM REQUIRMENTS

• Diploma or Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, or related field
• Minimum 5–10 years’ experience in sugarcane farming, with at least 3 years in a senior/management role
• Strong knowledge of sugarcane production systems in KwaZulu-Natal
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Experience with budgeting, planning, and cost control
• Proficiency in isiZulu
• Valid driver’s licence

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Planning, organising and controlling cane production activities in collaboration with staff and contractors by managing resources to achieve agreed targets
• Develop and implement crop management plans to maximise yield and ratoon longevity
• Oversee labour teams and contractors, ensuring productivity and compliance with labour laws
• Monitor and manage input costs (fertiliser, chemicals, fuel, labour)
• Ensure that all farming operations are conducted according to agricultural best practices
• Maintain accurate records and reports on production, costs, and performance
• Monitor and control operational expenditure and reporting on variances against budget
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Liaise with mills, agronomists, and suppliers
• Drive continuous improvement and adoption of modern farming technologies