Farm/technical Manager

1 week ago

Fort Beaufort, South Africa Staff Solutions Full time

Our client in the citrus industry, in Fort Beaufort, is looking to employ a Technical Manager who will report to the Senior Farm Manager. They offer a competitive salary with includes housing vehicle, provident fund and cellphone.

**Minimum requirements**:
5+ years’ experience in a similar role in the citrus industry - non-negotiable
- Valid driver’s license
- Related qualification advantageous
- AVCASA and BASOS certification advantageous
- Technically strong e.g., irrigation scheduling, spray calibration etc.
- Mechanical knowledge
- Preventative maintenance orientated
- Knowledge on general agricultural practices (H&S, SIZA, GlobalG.A.P)
- Computer literate
- Strong admin skills
- Strong motivational & leadership skills relating to a big workforce
- Deadline driven
- Ability to work under pressure
- Willingness to work overtime
- Ability to speak Xhosa advantageous

**Duties & Responsibilities**
**COMPLIANCE**
- SIZA (Social and Environmental)
- A.P
- Health & Safety
- Co-ordination of internal/external training
- PPECB, DAFF orchard inspections
- Environmental and Social Governance
- Co-ordination of all audits (SIZA, GlobalG.A.P etc.)

**TECHNICAL**
- Automation of irrigation systems

Crop manipulation
- Pruning
- Girdling
- Foliar feeds

Trial studies
- Testing and analysis of new products
- Data capturing
- Monthly analysis & reporting

Farm maintenance
- Calibration of spray machines
- General knowledge of maintenance of farm vehicles and equipment
- Calibration and use of GPS precision spreading.

Production
- Work in conjunction with Managers and supervisors to ensure the following:

- Co-ordination of picking teams
- General supervision of farm employees
- Ensure effective communication, co-ordination, and planning during picking season
- Motivate and improve productivity of employees
- Cost management

For more information please contact:
**Annine

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