Vacancies Currently Available at Farm Managers SA

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A Degree/diploma in Production/Agricultural qualification
• Agricultural background essential
• Previous experience with citrus
• HACCP / Global Gap / SIZA background, advantageous
• Computer Literate
• Strong admin and record keeping skills, good in problem solving, good interpersonal relationships, must be a good communicator
• Energetic & hands-on hardworking individual with sober habits
• Maintenance and mechanically orientated
• Valid drivers’ license

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Improve the process to ensure cost-effective production.
• Plan the schedules of production according to demand.
• Take decisions related to the materials to be used for production.
• Ensure timely completion of customer orders.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Any mechanic trade certificates or diplomas advantageous
• Min of 5 years previous workshop experience
• Previous on farm experience (potato & grain)
• Must be mechanically minded
• Proven experience working and repairing all farm related implements, including bakkies and tractors
• Ability to work with and motivate a team
• Effective verbal and communication skills
• Valid drivers license

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma/Degree in Agriculture (advantageous)
• At least 3 years’ experience on a dairy farm
• Ability to speak Zulu is advantageous
• Great stockmanship essential
• Exceptional leadership and management experience, with good interpersonal communication skills
• Mechanically orientated

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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

• Grade 12
• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Computer literate – MS Office, SAGE & or Psiber
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• General Administration skills
• Excellent telephone etiquette
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Valid drivers license

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Capturing invoices, timesheets, diesel rebates
• VAT
• Invoicing
• Office tasks – filing printing, documenting, visitors book.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree advantageous
• Min of 3 years previous vegetable farm management experience
• Previous production management experience essential
• Spinach, green beans and cauliflower experience highly advantageous
• Computer literate
• Must be someone who get things done, who is extremely organized and who works well under pressure
• Must be results driven
• Ability to work with and motivate a team
• Effective verbal and communication skills
• Valid drivers license

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree advantageous
• Min. of 5 years in cattle management and farm management
• Strong stockmanship
• Experience in planting of crop and grass pastures
• Pasture Management experience
• Mechanically orientated highly advantageous
• Strong management abilities
• Computer literate
• Ability to motivate and work with staff
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Valid drivers license

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 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree advantageous
• Minimum of 2 years previous dairy experience
• Minimum of 2 previous years in pasture management
• Great Stockmanship and passion for cows
• Computer literacy essential
• Ability to speak Zulu advantageous
• Mechanically orientated highly advantageous
• Valid drivers license

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, CPA preferable
• 3 years of experience, strong knowledge of accounting principles, and proficiency in relevant software.
• Previous Agricultural experience
• Previous experience with manufacturing / packhouse
• Computer literate with Paltrack & Xero advantageous
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Implement and maintain robust financial systems to ensure accurate and efficient financial reporting.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including stock control systems, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, tax regulations, and legal reporting requirements.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree advantageous
• Minimum of 4 years previous livestock experience
• Previous dairy management experience advantageous
• Great stockmanship
• Computer literate
• Mechanically orientated advantageous
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to speak Zulu essential