Technical/ Agronomy Manager

7 days ago

South Africa Farm Manager Sa Full time

Krugersdorp / Tarlton Area, Gauteng:
Our client is looking for a Technical/ Agronomy Manager to join the team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing better planting, cultivation, and operational techniques, improving crop yield and Quality, and solving problems in the production department.

Implementing strategies, maintaining outputs in operations through engaging and Managing stakeholders while ensuring that Quality and Execution is Upheld.
Only candidates with the relevant experience will be considered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS BSc degree and a minimum of 5 years' experience in agriculture, agronomy, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in Managing a teamExperience working for or with agricultural retailers and sales agronomists.

Experience building, working in, or leading and interacting with multi-disciplinary teams including, farm managers, operators, agronomy technicians, business managers, and External scientists.

Experience in training farmers and agricultural industry professionals.
Experience managing projects, including managing finances, with diverse partners, both internal and external.

SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED Leading and managing a team of Agronomists and TechniciansPlanning, co ordinating, organizing and controllingAbility to interpret field data and communicate to non-scientific stakeholders.

Ability and willingness to apply science to decision-making and guide activities.

Ability to use applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Web Browsers, together with Business Management SystemsAbility to Develop Reporting from Data and Communicate clearly with the team.

Excellent communication skills via written, spoken and graphical means.
Ability to work independently with respect to timelines and objectives.
High Ability for Critical thinking and Problem solvingSelf
  • Disciplined and Motivated PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Required to TravelRequired to work outside and be in the fieldMay work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
Sitting at desk for prolonged hours RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Develop improvement plans and efficiency strategies for the Production department that result and relate to improved yields, and QualityPlanning, co ordinating, organising and controlling agronomic aspects of the production department.

Perform the best processes that lead to sustainable soil health and nutrient load reduction management.

Analysis and recommendations based on Soil and leaf samples, to make the best-informed decisions for the business and the CropsDevelop and maintain production schedule.

Develop growing and fertilizer programmes. Improve theOperations Standards and OutputsResearch and Development, for agrochemical/ biological products, Seed varieties, disease and pest control management.

Implement and uphold the Global GAP standard and requirement for the Business, Ensures program compliance with internal policies and external requirements.

Serve as a resource for farmer manager and Senior production manager relating to implementation of nutrient management, crop health and soil health practices.

Develop and implement agronomic production performance reporting to uphold the standards of the Production departmentFacilitate meetings, trainings, and the development of quality operators with the knowledge of pest control and how to manage Plant protection products.

Looking at all indicators that result in good outcome of inputsHelp design, implement and direct multiple complex production Schedules, set and meet deadlines, and ensure schedule accountability is flagged and managed.

Financial responsibility may include working within and managing a budget for planned schedules, negotiating and contracting with vendors or suppliers, assisting with budget development, and meeting financial efficiency targets.

Land performance reporting, such as but not limited too; land costing, quality and yield evaluationsLeading and managing a team of Agronomists and TechniciansOversee and co-ordinate all agronomical and technical field activities carried out by stakeholders (Irrigation and farmers) and provide necessary agronomical technical backstopping to them for the 3 farm locations (Tarlton, Bokpoort and Christiana).Performs tasks with minimal supervision and makes independent decisions based on analysis, experience and context.

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted
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