Jobs at Farm Managers SA

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma or certificates advantageous
• At least 1-2 years’ experience in agricultural field
• Ability to work accurately and take initiative.
• Independence and a proactive mindset
• Effective communication and written skills
• Must have great attention to detail
• Ability to work accurately and take initiative.
• Computer literate
• Willingness to learn
• Valid driver’s license

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural degree or diploma advantageous’
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in similar role.
• Experience in Stone Fruit and or Nuts and Vegetable production.
• A huge passion for plants in general and an open-minded approach for permaculture farming and farming with nature.
• Computer literate
• Being maintenance orientated essential
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Strong leadership skills and able to motivate team
• Must have valid driver’s license

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE AND NOT LIMITED TO

• Operational Management
• Financial Management
• Human Resource Management
• Guest Experience & Hospitality
• Farm & Operation Oversight
• Maintenance & Asset Management
• Housekeeping & Facilities
• Procurement & Inventory Control
• Health, Safety & Compliance

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in hydroponic farming, horticulture, nursery management, or intensive crop production.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a management or supervisory role.
• Proven experience managing production teams and operational processes.
• Experience with irrigation systems, crop nutrition, pest management, and nursery operations

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• Leadership and People Management
• Hydroponic Production Management
• Nursery Operations Management
• Operational Planning and Control
• Financial and Resource Management
• Compliance, Quality and Safety

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant qualification or proven experience in pack house management or fresh produce operations.
• Experience with GlobalG.A.P. systems, audits, and traceability (essential or highly advantageous).
• Tech-savvy with experience using online labour or farm management systems (Agrigistics experience highly advantageous).
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Proven leadership and staff management experience.
• Computer literacy and good administrative skills

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
Pack House Operations Management

• Oversee daily pack house operations including receiving, grading, packing, storage, and dispatching fresh produce.
• Plan and manage packing schedules in line with harvest volumes and delivery requirements.
• Ensure efficient workflow, labour utilisation, and use of equipment.
• Monitor productivity and implement improvements where necessary.
• Ensure produce meets market and customer specifications. 

Quality Control, Food Safety & Traceability

• Implement and maintain quality control systems throughout the packing process.
• Ensure strict hygiene and sanitation standards are adhered to.
• Maintain full product traceability from field to dispatch.
• Capture and verify accurate labour and batch data as part of the traceability system.
• Manage non-conformances, corrective actions, and customer complaints.

 GlobalG.A.P. Implementation & Compliance

• Assist with the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of GlobalG.A.P. systems and procedures.
• Ensure pack house compliance with GlobalG.A.P. standards, food safety, and audit requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records required for certification.
• Conduct internal inspections and assist with internal and external audits.
• Address audit findings and corrective actions timeously.

Digital Systems

• Be technically competent and confident using digital systems.
• Use the farm’s online labour management system (Agrigistics) to record attendance, labour hours, work activities, and traceability-linked records.
• Ensure electronic records are accurate, complete, and audit-ready.
• Generate reports to support operational decision-making and compliance.

Staff Management & Training

• Supervise pack house supervisors, team leaders, and general staff.
• Manage staff attendance, discipline, and performance.
• Train staff on packing standards, hygiene, food safety, GlobalG.A.P., and system usage.
• Foster a positive, disciplined, and productive working environment.

Health & Safety

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety regulations.
• Identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure correct use of PPE and safe operation of machinery.
• Report and investigate incidents or near misses.

Stock, Equipment & Resource Management

• Manage packaging materials, consumables, and cleaning chemicals.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate timely ordering.
• Ensure pack house equipment and facilities are maintained and clean.
• Report faults and coordinate repairs.

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate production, quality, labour, and traceability records.
• Compile daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Communicate operational updates and challenges to management.
• Ensure all documentation is properly filed and stored according to GlobalG.A.P. requirements.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Proven people management experience
• Computer literate
• Must be a strong client-service person
• Must be helpful, responsive, and tech-savvy
• Ability to work fast and think on your feet
• Bilingual – Afrikaans home language preferred
• Energetic, hands-on and ability to take ownership
• Valid driver’s licence and own transport

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in horticulture preferable but not necessary
• Minimum of five years citrus (orchard) work experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Computer literate
• Willingness to learn
• Valid driver’s licence

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• Assisting the Production manager achieve continuing excellence.
• He/ she needs to be competent, curious, focused and determined to attain the best standards possible.
• The position is 10% office and 90% orchard based.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• At least 15 years of practical experience in table grape production
• Thorough knowledge of modern production practices, systems, and management processes
• The ability to assume responsibility for the complete operational management of the unit
• Excellent human relations, leadership, and communication skills
• Experience in budget control and salary administration
• Strong technical knowledge of best practices per cultivar
• Good administrative and computer skills

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• Take full ownership of daily farm operations, technical management, and business administration.
• Plan and execute best practice production programs and protocols – including pruning, thinning, production management, and harvesting – to ensure top-quality product for their international markets
• Strict technical oversight of automated irrigation systems, soil fertilization, and chemical spraying protocols to guarantee total compliance with global Maximum Residue Limits (MRL’s) and GlobalG.A.P. food safety certifications.
• Being field agronomy, the successful candidate will manage large teams of permanent staff and seasonal staff, handle labour relations, and oversee payroll and salary administration.
• Management of the packhouse and coldrooms.
• Hold full financial accountability for operational budgets, management of cost chain, maintain farming infrastructure, and manage high-stakes harvest logistics to ensure cold-chain integrity from the vineyard straight into export containers.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 

• Accounting/ Bookkeeping diploma/degree/certificates
• At least 3 years previous experience in bookkeeping
• Computer Literate
• Good interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment
• General Administration skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Valid driver’s licence

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma / Degree advantageous
• Ability to speak Zulu essential
• Min of 3 years previous farm work experience
• Experience in cropping and beef farming
• Maintenance and mechanical experience essential
• Ability to operate a Case Patriot Sprayer
• Drone crop spraying would be advantageous
• Computer literate
• Valid driver’s licence

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree advantageous
• MIN of 5-year previous broad FARM management experience
• Previous feedlot management experience
• Ability to speak Xhosa essential
• Previous experience with:
• Beef
• Sheep
• Crops
• Being mechanically orientated
• Ability to work with and motivate staff essential
• Effective communication and written skills
• Valid driver’s licence