Butterworth / Centane Area – Eastern Cape: Our client is looking for a Technical Farm Manager to join the team.
Only candidates with the relevant experience will be considered.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
· Minimum 5 years’ previous experience of commercial crop farming is essential.
· Excellent mechanical knowledge and experience.
· Understanding of modern agricultural practices.
· Knowledge of tractors, implements and harvesting equipment.
· Knowledge of crop chemical usage and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
· Prior experience in workshop management on a farm will be advantageous.
· Diligence, precision, accuracy, and execution form an integral part of the successful candidate’s daily operation.
· Strong mentoring and leadership skills and an ability to maintain discipline within the work-team are an absolute must for this position.
· Strong communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills.
· Proficiency in both English. Proficiency in isiXhosa is an added advantage.
· A valid driver’s license.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
· Direct and co-ordinate worker activities, such as planting, chemical application, harvesting.
· Determine procedural changes in field operations such as planting, spraying and other activities related to cropping for greater efficiency and accuracy.
· Coordinate growing activities with those of engineering, equipment maintenance, packing houses, and other related departments.
· Work closely with the maintenance staff ensuring that all equipment, machinery, and facilities are kept to an optimum level.
· Manage a team of tractor operators providing support and training on best practises.
· Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted
