Vacancies at Farm Managers SA

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma / Degree
• Minimum 5 - 8 years dairy farm management experience
• Dairy management experience
• Ability to AI
• Great stockmanship
• Ability to motivate and work with a team
• Strong record of management skills
• Computer Literate
• Ability to speak Zulu advantageous
• Maintenance orientated
• Valid driver’s license

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree advantageous
• Minimum 4 years management experience in agriculture
• Proven experience with maize
• Proven experience working with large combine harvesters and planting equipment essential
• Ability to lead and work with a team
• Computer literate
• Ability to lead and work with a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Maintenance and mechanically orientated
• Valid driver’s license

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Degree / Diploma advantageous
• Agricultural background essential
• Previous drone crop spraying experience highly advantageous
• Sales experience essential & or sales ability
• The ability to develop and maintain strong customer relationships at both senior and operational levels.
• Computer literate
• Must have ownership mentality
• Strong management skills
• Ability to work well independently and within a team
• Must be willing to travel

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12
• Relevant qualification is essential
• At least 5 years relevant experience
• Experience working with machine sizer will be advantageous

 SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and numerical abilities are crucial
• Excellent knowledge and computer skills (MS Office)
• Effective handling of detailed information and consistent attention to detail
• Must be a team player
• Ability to work with little supervision and track multiple processes

 KEY ACCOUNTABLE AREAS

•  Draft and monitor the weekly packing and pre-sorting plan, and daily packing programs.
• Ensure relevant quality controls are in place, adhere to and meet customer expectations. Ensure relevant safety controls and standards are in place according to HACCP/BRC and company regulations.
• Manage and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors, and other managers. Productivity monitoring and improvement.
• Ensure that all work areas and personnel comply with safety regulations and procedures. Control process to ensure ordering of materials match packing requirements.
• Ensure that stock control processes and transactions are in line with systems requirements and best practices.
• Ensure efficient packing process that optimise the use of resources and achieve set capacity and productivity levels.
• Lead and develop staff, ensure staff engagement levels are high.
• Verifying stocks and investigating delays.
• Managing the volumes of fruit, monitoring, and analysing volumes and throughput vs capacity. Computing the quantities, qualities and types of materials required by production programmes. Controlling expenditure and ensuring the efficient use of resources. 
• Controlling chemical stock and overseeing the mixture thereof.
• Must be willing to work irregular hours, including night shift

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

•  Degree in Engineering or Operations Management or other relevant fields
• Post graduate qualification will be advantageous
• Fruit processing and packing experience is desirable
• At least 10-15-years’ experience in factories and prepacking facilities, preferably agriculture
• At least 5-years’ experience in 16. (2) role or similar roles on Health and Safety. 

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

• Technically competent to manage an export subtropical fruit business
• Good people management skills across all levels of the business
• Detailed knowledge of external accreditation requirements for local and export markets. Financial planning and control 
• Knowledge of the legal framework for farming operations across Africa
• High levels of computer literacy

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Integrity, passion for work, excellence and success
• Excellent communicator with attention to detail
• Business acumen with analytical problem-solving ability
• Results driven team player
• Ability to work under constant pressure
• Self-starter and ability to work independently and as part of a team 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Factories and Prepacking Facilities Growth Strategy Development:

• Factories and Prepacking facilities productivity improvement
• Establishment of central admin function for all Factories and Prepacking facilities. Development and implementation of Five (5) year growth and expansion strategy/plan. Technical Evaluation of all Factories & Prepacking facilities and implement same standards across.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to build company image and positive reputation.
• Conducting industry benchmarks on cost, technology, and people trends

Financial & Business Management: 

• Collaborate and participate in setting-up budgets, monitor, allocate resources, review and making mid-year adjustment.
• Prepare monthly and/or project finance report for management to provide insight into the company.
• Contribute to the business profitability by managing people and resource to establish and accomplish business objective

People Management:

• Instil discipline within the management and labour force.
• Setting performance agreements, management subordinate, coach, and mentor the team. Developing successors for critical positions. 
• Create a healthy labour relations environment through continuous employee engagement.

Health & Safety: 

• Accept and execute 16(2) and GMR2(1) Role and Responsibilities
• Management and implementation of HSMS
• Drive Hazard identification and development Risk Assessments for all operations
• Support and Achieve and maintenance ISO45001 Accreditation in South African Production Units

Capital Projects: 

• Engagement with internal operations managers for requirement
• Technical Review and Approval of capital projects (Capex Requests)
• Setup Budget, Capex request and execute project timeously and within budget.
• Oversee manage the design process by both internal and external engineers.

Continuous Improvement

• Constant performance evaluation of packing practices/activities.
• Develop and implement process flows for all activities.
• Profit enhancement project – 2% gross profit improvement
• Measuring water usage and reporting for both management and compliance purposes.
• Secure at least two grower and increased volume by 5% year on year.
• Work with newly established Continuous Improvement Department.

Corporate Governance, Risk and Compliance: 

• Ensure that statutory obligations under the auspices of Factories & Prepacking facilities management are prepared and maintained, including but not limited to, fire protection, building registration, EIA, wastewater, solid waste, transport, electricity supply and use etc.
• Enforce ethical business practices, and exercise oversight to ensure compliance to corporate governance, ethical and responsible behaviour as per the policies.
• Create an inclusive culture.

Operational Activities:

• Develop and implement data management system and reporting for all Factories & Prepacking facilities
• Develop and implement maintenance strategy and performance of all equipment.
• Standardise all Factories & Prepacking facilities across the continent.
• Warehouse management and stock control

Accreditation Management:

• Ensure compliance for all relevant accreditations, including legal aspects regarding fire, water and food safety, and Health & Safety regulations.
• Current audits include GlobalGAP, Nurtures (Tesco), Albert Heijn, Farming for the Future, Waitrose, SIZA, Fairtrade, Rainforest Alliance, SMETA, LEAF and other assessment audits. Managing the audit process, from booking audits to internal audits and overseeing the audit itself. 
• Co-ordinating any audit related activities which may come up during the year.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree advantageous
• Minimum of 2 years previous livestock experience
• Previous dairy management experience advantageous
• Previous crop farming experience
• Great stockmanship
• Computer literate
• Mechanically orientated advantageous
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to speak Zulu advantageous

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree highly advantageous
• Min of 4 years previous dairy experience
• Min of 4 years previous pasture management experience
• Proven AI Ability
• Computer literate
• Being mechanically/maintenance orientated
• Must be a hands-on person, hard-working, deadline-driven and diligent
• Ability to work with and motivate staff
• Valid driver’s license

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree or relevant qualification
• FAGASA advantageous
• Min. 5 previous years Game farm management experience
• Must be honest, driven, organised & practically minded
• Must be able to work well with people
• Computer literate
• Basic tractor and farm machinery know-how
• Strong proven management skills
• Mechanically and maintenance orientated
• Valid driver’s license

 RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED:

•  Responsible for all aspects of the farm.
• Management of the land (including roads, fencing), the animals (managing population sizes, animal welfare), the accommodation (ensuring the offering continues to meet a high standard), managing operational staff.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A tertiary qualification in Fruit Technology, Microbiology, Quality Management, Business Administration, or currently pursuing studies in a related field is advantageous.
• Internal Auditing qualification and experience will be an advantage.
• Previous work experience in post-harvest fruit handling or fruit production environment will be an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is essential.

 COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

•  Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with team members across different levels.
• High level of emotional maturity, with the ability to adapt and work effectively under pressure. Excellent problem solving, analytical, and numerical skills are critical for success in this role. Outstanding attention to detail and the ability to manage detailed information consistently. 
• A strong team player who can also work independently and handle multiple tasks effectively. Ability to work with minimal supervision while tracking multiple processes 

The suitable candidate must:

• Be willing to travel frequently and relocate if required.
• Be willing to work extended hours when necessary to meet deadlines.
• Be able to think on your feet and use initiative in solving challenges.
• Be comfortable with receiving constructive feedback and using it to improve performance.
• Be organised, committed to self-development, and able to take initiative in own career planning.
• Have a strong desire for personal and professional growth, with a coachable attitude.
• Have a valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation

 RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

•  Familiarize yourself with current QC processes and product to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and effectiveness.
• Analyse quality data derived from growers, packhouse operations, and market feedback, preparing comprehensive reports for management.
• Provide training to employees on skills acquired during the program, contributing to team development
• Lean and understand compliance systems, recommending updates based on operational and regulatory changes.
• Assist in audit preparation, co-ordination, and the resolution of non-conformances for certification purposes.
• Conduct internal audits to evaluate compliance and support continuous improvement efforts. Facilitate risk assessments and lead related meetings 
• Administer the Health & Safety system, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
• Lead data-driven ad hoc projects aimed at improving operations and quality.
• Generate statistical reports and perform analyses to support data-driven decision making for senior management.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• BCom Degree is required
• Minimum 3 years' proven experience in accounting
• Pastel accounting experience
• Packhouse experience will be an advantage

SKILLS & COMPTETENCIES REQUIRED

• Effective handling of detailed information and consistent attention to detail
• Excellent Analytical Skills
• Must be able to perform calculations and prepare detailed reports
• Must be able to work with little supervision and track multiple processes

KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREAS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Accurate and timely processing of transaction on Pastel (Financial leases, Loans and other)
• Weekly cashflow management and payments preparation
• Ensure that correct procedures are followed for statutory reporting, completions of documents, submission and timeous payments, i.e., VAT, EMP201
• Calculate and evaluate monthly bill of material and monitor stock control procedures
• Monthly invoicing to producers, reconciliation and Accounts Receivable management
• Bi-Weekly Pay-out of advances, final, local and Woolworth’s payments received on behalf of producers
• Compile and trace data throughout a packhouse system
• Build reports and/or data extracts to support business analysis
• Ensure packhouse data reconcile to trail balance (producer accounts / inventory / wholesale)
• Forecast and analyse producer income
• Oversee Account Payable, ensure correct allocation and manage finance clerk
• Monthly budget vs actual reporting
• Participate in the preparation of annual budgets
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and annual external audit

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Proficiency in both English and Afrikaans
• Sales experience and a valid driver’s license
• Basic computer skills and comfort with office and outdoor tasks
• A fast learner who’s eager to gain new skills
• Resides in the Stellenbosch area and has reliable transport
• Clean and sober habits
• A team player who aligns with our core values of honesty, loyalty, and authenticity

 RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Assist clients in selecting their perfect trees from our nursery.
• Listen carefully to understand what clients truly need and want.
• Provide pricing, stock availability, and prepare quotations.
• Support our operations, production, and nursery teams to ensure smooth processes.
• Handle both office tasks and outdoor work, including managing tree inventory

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

•  Grade 12
• Strong mechanical, electrical and maintenance knowledge and experience
• Relevant Trade qualification is essential
• Minimum 5 years as a qualified artisan in a production environment, with electrical experience suited to a production environment.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, refrigeration, boiler making, rigging, etc.
• Experience working in the Agricultural Packhouse industry will be advantageous

 KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

•  Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to be a team leader and player
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to take initiative
• Strong time management, planning and preparation ability
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proven MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.)
• Proven skills in electrical planning, wiring, fault finding, and maintenance of motors, drives, gearboxes, conveyors, etc.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREAS

 Operations

• Supervise, coordinate and plan preventative maintenance schedules on equipment, machinery and buildings
• Organizing and coordinating the material and human resources required to complete jobs
• Assist with the installation of new equipment and seamless integration of new systems
• Participate in establishing work schedules. Ensure that the schedules are correctly executed
• Ensure forklifts (fleet) maintenance, repairs, and services
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration
• Data-Driven Decision-Making
• Implement and promote practices that enhance energy efficiency and sustainability in maintenance operations.
• Energy Management
• Parts availability management.
• Communication and Reporting
• Identify and address potential issues before escalation by keeping open lines of communication with all departments. Establish feedback loops to continuously improve communication and processes.

Management

• Develop and implement a proactive/preventative maintenance strategy
• Planning, managing and controlling the maintenance budgets
• Manage and oversee workshop and spare parts area
• Managing and planning a digital maintenance system (CMMS)

Compliance

• Ensure all compliance-related maintenance tasks, including certification (COC), services and repairs, are completed as required
• Adherence to policies and regulations

Health and Safety

• Ensure the efficient and safe operation of all materials and handling equipment
• Ensure safety protocols are followed and implemented
• Risk mitigation and hazard management

Human Resources

• Manage staff performance, discipline, and training
• Succession Planning