Farm Manager

6 months ago


South Coast, South Africa Arivu Recruitment and Consulting Full time

My client is currently looking for a Farm Manager. This position reports to the Estate Agricultural Manager.

You will lead and manage farm operational activities to maintain and grow the sugar cane production capacity of the cane growing area. You will be responsible for managing all operations on the farm including budgets, human resources, environmental and risk management

**Key performance areas**
- Maintaining and growing the supply of good quality sugar cane on the farm
- Developing work programs to ensure achievement of Crop Forecasts
- Developing, reviewing and controlling operational budgets
- Managing all aspects of the cane growing operations from crop husbandry, crop removal and allancillary support services such as vehicle fleet management
- Managing farm safety, health, environment and risk
- Managing farm assets and infrastructure
- Managing local farm forums

**Minimum specifications / Requirements areas**
- A S.A.S.A Senior Certificate in Agriculture or a qualification of a similar standing.
- A Degree or Diploma in Agriculture or a qualification of a similar standing would be an advantage.
- At least five years’ experience in the field of sugar cane production.
- Be computer literate.
- Transport and Logistic Qualification would be an added advantage
- Good disciplinary and attendance records
- Have good understanding of OHS Act.
- Have a code 8 Drivers license
- The ability to communicate effectively in isiZulu

**Salary**: Market related with benefits

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

- Do you hold a S.A.S.A Senior Certificate in Agriculture or a qualification of a similar standing?
- Do you hold a Degree or Diploma in Agriculture or a qualification of a similar standing?

**Education**:

- Primary (required)

**Experience**:

- agriculture: 6 years (required)

**Language**:

- isiZulu (required)

License/Certification:

- drivers (required)


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